I have learned so much in the first session alone! There is so much history, and it is all relevant to today's China. Here are key thoughts/questions:
1. How is the history of China and contemporary China taught in its school system(s)? From whose perspective is such information written and taught?
2. How do the various nationalities (whether the official 56 nationalities and/or the other nationalities) communicate (intellectually and cultural-wise) with one another?
3. Has there ever been an artistic presentation of the Yellow River? How have the stories of the economic and social growth around the foundational Yellow River been shared?
4. How do the citizens of China feel about "The China Dream?"
5. Is there documentation/oral history from individuals who were part of the "Great Leap Forward" era?
6. What psychological impact has the Hukou System had on China's citizens over the decades?
7. How is China preparing for the ongoing and forthcoming population shift(s) as it relates to the age demographics?
This week's session has peaked my interest and research inquiries even more.
