Cai Yuanpei

Cai Yuanpei (1868-1940) was a prominent Chinese educator, philosopher, and a key figure in the modernization of Chinese education. He served as the president of Peking University, where he advocated for academic freedom and the importance of liberal education. Cai believed in fostering critical thinking and creativity, moving away from traditional rote memorization. His reform efforts helped shape modern Chinese education, promoting science, democracy, and cultural development during a time of significant change in China. Cai's ideas and leadership had a lasting impact on Chinese academia and influenced the country's educational policies.