A Turning Point for Chinese Higher Education

This insightful book examines a Chinese university's shift to hybrid education due to the pandemic, offering valuable lessons for institutions worldwide.

This book delves into the transformative journey of a prominent Chinese university as it shifted to a hybrid model of online and campus education in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The research offers valuable insights that will resonate with students, academics, and policymakers in the field of higher education, as well as leaders in educational institutions worldwide. Through this exploration, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that arose during this unprecedented time.

A Turning Point for Chinese Higher Education not only examines the immediate effects of the pandemic on educational practices but also considers the broader implications for Chinese higher education and its influence on global trends. The book discusses how the prolonged disruption has reshaped the design and implementation of hybrid learning models, emphasizing the need for adaptability in educational frameworks moving forward.

Structured in four parts, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of Tsinghua University's strategic responses to the challenges posed by the pandemic. It highlights the role of innovative technology, effective leadership, and the establishment of robust technological infrastructures that facilitated this transition. By analyzing student and faculty experiences, the research offers projections for the future of hybrid education, outlining the next steps for Tsinghua and universities around the globe.