THE "DOUBLE REDUCTION" POLICY OF CHINESE PRIMARY EDUCATION AND EDUCATIONAL COUNTERMEASURES

Abstract

 The implementation of the "Double Reduction" policy marks an important milestone in China's educational reform (Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China, 2021). Its core objective is to alleviate the homework burden and off-campus tutoring burden on students in the compulsory education stage, thereby steering education back to its true essence of nurturing individuals. This study begins with the background of the policy, delving into key issues such as the excessive academic burden on students, the short-sightedness of education, the uneven distribution of educational resources, and the urgent need to optimize the educational ecosystem. It elaborates on the necessity and urgency of the policy's introduction. Based on this, the paper proposes a range of implementation strategies, including optimizing homework management, enhancing classroom teaching quality, enriching after-school services, regulating off-campus tutoring, advancing educational evaluation reform, and strengthening cooperation among families, schools, and communities. The study argues that the "Double Reduction" policy not only provides strong support for the comprehensive development of students but also lays a solid foundation for building a strong education nation. Future efforts should continue to deepen educational reform, optimize resource allocation, and improve the educational ecosystem to achieve high-quality education development and ensure that every child can access fair and quality education.