艺培之“疾”

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the evolving landscape of art education in China, highlighting its transition from a valued component of holistic education to a marginalized sector facing significant challenges due to changing societal values and regulatory pressures [1][2][3]. Group 1: Historical Context - In 2015, the Chinese education industry experienced a significant financing boom, marking the beginning of art education being recognized as an industry with structured policies and capital investment [3][4]. - The introduction of policies such as the "Art Quality Assessment Measures" by the Ministry of Education in 2015 integrated art education into the national education governance system, elevating its status [3][4]. - By 2016-2018, the art training industry saw rapid growth, with numerous financing events and the establishment of regulations that allowed for profit-making in art training institutions [6][7]. Group 2: Recent Developments - From 2019 to 2021, the industry experienced a shift towards "non-academic" training, with a focus on quality education and the rise of online platforms during the pandemic [11][12]. - The introduction of the "Double Reduction" policy in 2021 led to a significant decline in academic training institutions, while non-academic training was not subjected to the same level of scrutiny, allowing for a temporary boom in art education [12][13]. - However, by 2022-2023, the industry faced a regulatory tightening, with new guidelines and standards being implemented, leading to a decline in financing and a restructuring of the market [16][18][20]. Group 3: Current Challenges - The art education sector is now characterized by a "white list" governance model, requiring institutions to meet stringent criteria to operate, which has led to the exit of many previously successful entities [22][23]. - The market is experiencing a bifurcation, with high-end institutions dominating and low-end individual teachers thriving, while the mid-tier market is being squeezed out [23][24]. - The overall financing for the education sector has drastically decreased, with art education projects becoming increasingly rare, indicating a significant contraction in the industry [24][25]. Group 4: Societal Perception - Art education is perceived as a non-essential expenditure by many families, leading to a decline in enrollment and investment in this sector [28][29]. - The lack of a clear narrative and recognition of the value of art education contributes to its marginalization, as it struggles to justify its existence in a results-driven educational environment [30][31]. - The article suggests that the decline of art education reflects broader societal attitudes towards "useless" pursuits, questioning the value placed on artistic endeavors in contemporary education [35][36].