| My study focuses on the Double Reduction Policy implemented in China in July 2021, aiming to alleviate students’ academic burden, and regulate the shadow education market. The research takes a comparative approach, analyzing this policy alongside Japan’s Yutori Reform and South Korea’s High School Equalization Policy. The investigation delves into the backgrounds, objectives, and effects of these policies, emphasizing a detailed examination of China’s Double Reduction Policy. Drawing insights from experiences in Japan and Korea, the study anticipates potential long-term educational inequality exacerbated by the Double Reduction Policy. The analysis highlights the policy’s limitations in addressing the root causes of academic pressure, especially concerning competitive school admission and a singular evaluation system. The study also suggests potential challenges in the policy’s enforcement over time. On a positive aspect, the Double Reduction Policy appears effective in reducing household expenditure when compared with the other two policies. The paper also offers some direction for future research. |
