China is in the midst of transitioning from a manufacturing-based economy to one driven by innovation and knowledge. This up-to-date analysis evaluates China's state-led approach to science and technology, and its successes and failures.

"This book analyses the historical and contemporary place of education in China's political, social and cultural life, and how the past has influenced trends in education in China today. Ryan shows a nation grappling with how to modernize and internationalize its education system while still retaining China's intellectual traditions and values"--