Differences and Similarities between Chinese and the U.S. College Education System

There are several differences and similarities between Chinese and the U.S. college education system. Firstly, the class atmosphere is different. In China, students do not usually interact with the professors. When students have a question, they tend not to ask in the class because if the question is not critical, they might be teased by others or be seen as disrespectful toward the professors. In contrast, U.S. college class has more discussions and more interactions. It is welcomed to ask questions and bring out opposite ideas. Secondly, the focus of education is different. In China, the syllabus emphasizes on solid and deep knowledge, but is lack of practice. However, in the U.S. college, development on creativity and personality is very important. Many works such as making posters and delivering speeches make students versatile. Also, there are similarities between those two countries education systems. For example, college student in both country have access to a variety of information. The school libraries provide free Internet and computers for students to use; students can borrow books from library for free; if they have a question, faculties and staffs are there to help. In conclusion, Chinese college education system has both difference and similarity compare to the U.S..

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“We Asked, You Respond: Your Favorite College Class.” Photography. University of Virginia. the Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia, 7 October 2014. Web. 11 November 2009.

Caption: Those two images are college class in Chinese and the U.S.