China’s Future in International Education | A Conversation with Julian Fisher

(REPLAY OF EPISODE 1)

In this episode, I spoke to Julian Fisher, the co-founder of Venture Education, a market intelligence consultancy focusing on education in China. If you're an international education leader, you won't want to miss this fascinating discussion on the Chinese education system including the challenges of maintaining a strong school culture in a diverse and constantly changing environment.

Here are some of the key takeaways:

• The Chinese school system is not uniform and varies from school to school, with some using more open teaching styles and group work.
• The best schools in China are arguably government schools where Chinese families prioritize their children attending good schools and universities in China, rather than international ones.
• The traditional model of international schools is seen by some with a somewhat neo-colonialist nature, and the transactional nature of the engagements.
• A school with a strong culture that lasts beyond any one leader or any one member of staff is crucial.
• Bilingual or international schools offer an advantage in terms of individual support for students.
• Chinese families have historically been brave and willing to explore opportunities, such as studying overseas.

To learn more about Julian’s work and Venture Education, visit their website at https://www.ventureeducation.org/.

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About the host

Shane Leaning is a passionate organisational development coach with over 14 years of international teaching and leadership experience. His approach to coaching and professional development is all about approachability and attentiveness to the unique strengths and contexts of schools and educators. Shane believes that empowerment fosters growth and success for both educators and students alike.

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Shane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports international schools globally. Passionate about empowering educators, he is currently co-authoring 'Change Starts Here.' Shane has extensive experience in the UK and Asia and is a recognised voice in international education leadership. Learn more at shaneleaning.com.

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