Learning from the field : innovating China's higher education system / edited by Ronnie Vernooy [and others].

During the days in the field, we got to know the farmers ... They are unpretending, loyal, and warm-hearted. This experience is a rich treasure in my life. - Zhang Ziqin, course participant. Across China, university staff, researchers, students, and farmers are joining forces to promote rural develo...

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Other Authors: Vernooy, Ronnie, 1963-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Ottawa [Ont.] : Delhi [India] : International Development Research Centre ; Foundation Books, ©2008.
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Online Access:Click for online access
Table of Contents:
  • Foreword
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgements
  • Chapter 1. A new journey
  • Chapter 2. Preparations: every long journey begins with a first step
  • Chapter 3. The first CBNRM course in Beijing: an itinerary of remarkable experiences
  • Chapter 4. The 2006 CBNRM course: masters of our destiny
  • Chapter 5. The participatory rural development course in Changchun: making the road by walking together
  • Chapter 6. The Fellowship Support Programme: learning in the field
  • Chapter 7. The fruits of teamwork: a synthesis of our learning journey
  • Glossary
  • References
  • Notes on contributors.