Group 1 - The core mission of education is to help individuals develop self-educational abilities, with reading as a fundamental focus to cultivate reading skills, interests, and habits [1][2] - The disparity in reading resources between urban and rural areas significantly impacts children's educational starting points, particularly for those from disadvantaged backgrounds [1][2] - The New Education Foundation's project "New Education Children's Library" aims to enhance reading enthusiasm among rural children by leveraging internet resources and increasing volunteer involvement [2] Group 2 - The New Education Experiment has reached over 10,000 schools, but the development is uneven, with some schools excelling while others struggle to implement the educational philosophy effectively [2][3] - Collaborating with local education departments is a strategy to improve educational quality in different regions, with the New Education Experiment serving as a model for exploring successful educational practices [3] - The "Belt and Road" initiative includes international seminars to share China's educational experiences, aiming to present a true picture of Chinese education to foreign educators [3] Group 3 - There is a perception among some foreign scholars that China's educational success relies solely on time and rote learning, but this view does not capture the full picture of Chinese education [4][5] - Balancing Western educational philosophies with traditional Chinese methods is essential, emphasizing the strengths of both systems to cultivate well-rounded future citizens [5][6] - The focus on educational reform in the era of artificial intelligence is crucial, with a shift towards learning centers and project-based learning as alternatives to traditional schooling [6]