Cora Lingling Xu
Associate Professor at Durham University, UK. A sociologist interested in education mobilities and social inequalities, with research examining the intersection of class, time, rural-urban divides, gender, ethnicity, and geopolitics.
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May 13, 2025 • 1h 10min
Cora Lingling Xu, "The Time Inheritors: How Time Inequalities Shape Higher Education Mobility in China" (SUNY Press, 2025)
Cora Lingling Xu, an Associate Professor at Durham University and expert in educational mobilities, delves into the concept of 'time inheritance' in higher education in China. She reveals how disparities in access to time drive social inequalities and affect educational mobility. The discussion touches on urban versus rural experiences, the impact of the hukou system, and how socio-economic backgrounds shape students' futures. Through her extensive research, Xu uncovers the nuances of time as a social construct, suggesting that understanding these dynamics is essential for addressing systemic educational disparities.
May 8, 2025 • 1h 10min
Cora Lingling Xu, "The Time Inheritors: How Time Inequalities Shape Higher Education Mobility in China" (SUNY Press, 2025)
Cora Lingling Xu, an Associate Professor at Durham University and expert in educational mobilities, delves into how 'time inheritance' drastically shapes higher education mobility in China. She explores the contrasts in educational experiences between rural and urban students, revealing how disparities in time access influence opportunities. By challenging common views on inequality, she highlights the pivotal role of time over financial resources in determining educational outcomes, ultimately reshaping our understanding of social mobility in China.
