From December 7th to December 14th, an innovative practice deepening educational cooperation between China and Kazakhstan successfully concluded in the ancient city of Xi'an. The eight-day study program for a delegation of Kazakh students, themed "Silk Road Learning Bridge," featured systematic academic courses, in-depth professional practice, and rich cultural experiences, creating a new model of educational cooperation under the framework of the "One Belt and One Road" Initiative and injecting new vitality into promoting cultural exchanges and mutual understanding among countries along the route.
This study program broke through traditional exchange models, establishing an innovative system integrating "academic guidance, practical verification, and cultural fusion." At the academic level, two core courses, "Introduction to China" and "Introduction to Optimization Methods," were specially designed. The course content emphasized the combination of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, particularly in professional fields such as "One Belt and One Road" infrastructure construction and transportation planning, providing Kazakh students with forward-looking academic perspectives.
The design of the practical sessions reflected the educational philosophy of "integrating knowledge with action." By visiting advanced manufacturing enterprises such as Shaanxi Automobile Group, students conducted on-site inspections of China's latest achievements in equipment manufacturing. This teaching model, extending classroom theory to industrial practice, not only deepened students' understanding of professional knowledge but also showcased the deep integration of academic research and industrial application. The cultural experience activities went beyond the superficial forms of traditional exchanges, focusing on exploring the philosophical connotations behind the culture.
From experiencing the Eastern philosophy of "balancing hardness and softness" through Tai Chi fan practice and Martial arts to understanding the Silk Road spirit of "connectivity" through Chinese knot making, these activities allowed students to grasp the deeper values of Chinese culture through hands-on participation, promoting profound civilizational mutual learning.
The School of International Education at Chang'an University stated, "This activity is not merely about personnel exchanges but represents a deep collision of educational philosophies. We are exploring the establishment of a regular exchange mechanism to institutionalize and systematize this study model, cultivating more professionals with an international vision for countries along the 'One Belt and One Road'." The Kazakh delegation highly praised the positive significance of the event, noting, "This study program provided us with valuable learning opportunities. We look forward to using this as an opportunity to promote closer cooperation between Kazakhstan and China in higher education and jointly cultivate international talents that meet the demands of the times."
The successful hosting of this study program marks a new stage in the development of educational cooperation between China and Kazakhstan. By innovating the study model and deepening the connotations of cooperation, it has not only built an academic exchange bridge for the youth of both countries but also provided talent support and intellectual backing for the high-quality development of the "One Belt and One Road" Initiative. Such innovative practices that promote international cooperation through education are bound to inject new vitality into building a community with a shared future for mankind.
