Large minority of Chinese 
The Chinese public stands out from others surveyed in saying they prefer teaching both sets of skills. More than a quarter of Chinese volunteer that schools should emphasize both creative thinking and basic skills and discipline. This may be due in part to their educational system’s reliance on standardized testing (the gaokao). While rote memorization and discipline are seen as keys for success on this future-defining exam, there is much handwringing domestically about how gaokao preparation comes at the expense of more creative opportunities. Younger, wealthier and better educated Chinese are particularly likely to prioritize imagination and creativity in the classroom.
Large minority of Chinese  | prefer both creative and  | academic schooling  | Itis more important that schools in  | our country teach students  | Both  | (VOL)  | To be creative  | and think  | 28%  | independently  | 44%  | Basic academic  | skillsand  | encourage  | discipline  | 5%  | 23%  | Neither (VOL)  | Don't know  | Source: Spring 2016 Global Attitudes  | Survev 056,  | PEW RESEARCH CENTER 