“It’s the mission of New Education to keep exploring and moving forward. The story is not finished yet, the road is unfolding before us.” —Zhu Yongxin A pioneer in the field of educational experiment, Zhu Yongxin has led the way to initiating positive, dynamic changes in today’s schools that benefit teachers and students alike. In this powerful collection of his most popular lectures, Yongxin takes us on an inspiring journey through China’s New Education Experiment, putting theory to practice, life into learning, and joy into hearts and minds. He shows us how to: Join Hands to Fulfill the Dream of New Education Create an Ideal Classroom Let the Classroom Be the Source of Happiness for Teachers and Students Construct the Daily Life of Education & Teaching with New Education Concepts and Actions Face Transformation Directly and Go All Out Let Life Bloom in the Classroom Based on the enlightening lectures of China’s forward-thinking educator Zhu Yongxin, this landmark collection tracks the ongoing evolution of the new educational ideals that are transforming our schools, our communities, and our future. Divided into three thematic sections—the New Education Experiment, micro educational issues, and macro educational issues—the book explores some of the most exciting advances in education today. With each thought-provoking lecture, Yongxin tackles subjects crucial to the success of our schools, from educating and motivating our teachers to engaging and preparing our students on the path to a brighter tomorrow. Lectures include: The New Education Experiment and Professional Development of Teachers Educational Think Tanks and Educational Innovation A Few Questions Concerning the Building of the Digital Community We Are All Dream Chasers Six Secrets to Success Be a Teacher Who Is Respected by Students How to Improve the Qualities of Rural Teachers Children’s Books in the Digital Era Small and Big Wisdom Thoughts on Reforming China’s Educational Management A Call for the Humanistic Spirit These are the concepts and practices that are changing the way we live and learn. This is the roadmap that will help us move forword, in our schools, homes, and beyond. This is the journey we all must make together, to evolve, grow, and succeed. In the words of Zhu Yongxin, “Education changes because of you.”