Invented in China

Invented in China
Re "China Makes Everything. Why Can't It Create Anything?" [Nov. 11]: It's all about education! China has long been criticized for its lack of originality. Its spoon-feeding education has strangled the creativity and critical thinking of the new generation. They lose their learning autonomy and initiative. Repetitive and monotonous exercises are required to cope with the National Higher Education Entrance Examination. That is why some Chinese students choose to sign up for the SAT and enroll in schools overseas for postsecondary education. They can by no means become innovative unless a reform of education is...

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