Creativity and Education in China: Paradox and Possibilities for an Era of Accountability

By Carol A. Mullen

Book Overview

Published with Kappa Delta Pi, Creativity and Education in China takes readers on a journey through research-supported ideas and practical examples of creative and innovative schooling within a changing regime. Analyzing the consequences of exam-centric accountability on the creative and critical capacities of Chinese students, author Carol A. Mullen's dynamic portrait of a country serves as both a cautionary tale and an inspiring example to emulate. Examining creative endeavors and breakthroughs within a competitive, globalized educational landscape, the chapters are organized around environmental and global issues impacting education, expressions of creativity within pre-K-12 schools in China, and creative innovation in higher education learning environments. Presenting captivating cases from the field, the book offers novel approaches to fostering creativity as a natural, integrated part of high-stakes education systems in Eastern and Western cultures alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 113895456X
• ISBN13: 9781138954564
• Release Date: March 2017
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"