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China Bans Excessive Homework, Prioritizes Student Well-being
27 Mar
Summary
- Schools must not assign excess homework or reduce break time.
- Authorities aim to reduce academic pressure and improve mental health.
- Kindergartens banned from adopting primary school teaching methods.
China's Education Ministry has implemented a new framework aimed at enhancing students' physical and mental health. Announced on Friday, the directive prohibits schools from assigning excessive homework and encroaching on students' designated break times. This move signifies a pivot from the nation's historical emphasis on rigorous study and high academic achievement.
Authorities are actively seeking to alleviate academic pressure and improve the mental well-being of students. The new regulations also strictly forbid kindergartens from adopting primary school teaching methods or curricula. Furthermore, schools are banned from organizing examinations for student selection and from rewarding or punishing teachers based on college entrance exam performance. The directive also stresses the importance of maintaining students' break time and their freedom to leave classrooms during these periods.
