Science Education Serial Books for Children PublishedThe publication of the "Collection of Science Education Books for Chinese Children" provides the Chinese kids an excellent opportunity to learn about scientific developments around the globe.A seminar on the launching of the books was held Sunday. Educators said that these books will help nurture scientific and innovative spirit among children, as well as promote quality-oriented education. The Ministry of Education invited scientists from universities to write and edit the collection last year. These books cover 18 subjects including life science, information science, psychology, mathematics, physics, chemistry and environmental protection. Wang Zhan, vice-minister of education, pointed out that children are the future and hope of our country. "It's the responsibility of the society to help improve children's scientific knowledge, innovative spirit and ability", said Wang. Ding Shisun, vice-chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee, said that nature science will help to foster a child's scientific spirit, which is very important to the growth of a person as well as the progress of a nation. Wang noted that the collection, published by the presses of Beijing University, Qinghua University, and Beijing Normal University, has established a "scientific bridge" between scientists and children. Educational authorities in Henan will make compulsory psychological education in the curriculum at all higher learning institutions. |
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