The First Education Training Camp of the School of Languages and Communication Studies Successfully Launches

On the afternoon of November 21, 2019, the launch ceremony for the first Education Training Camp, jointly organized by the School of Languages and Communication Studies of Beijing Jiaotong University and TAL Education Group, was held in Classroom 105 of Siyuan West Building. Attending the ceremony were Gao Yongfeng, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of the School of Languages and Communication Studies; and representatives from TAL Group—Ms. Xie Bing, Mr. Wang Huaifeng, and Ms. Dong Leilei from the Campus Resources Department of Xueersi Online School. The event was hosted by Ms. Guo Yi from the School of Languages and Communication Studies.

At the beginning of the ceremony, Ms. Gao Yongfeng delivered the opening speech. She noted that a significant proportion of the School’ s foreign language graduates have pursued teaching careers in primary and secondary schools, universities, and training institutions, making the education and training industry a key sector for the employment and entrepreneurship of the School’ s students. This training camp, which invites TAL Group-a flagship enterprise in the training industry-to provide instruction for students, will enhance their understanding of the education and training sector and improve their practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship. Following this, Mr. Wang Huaifeng introduced the course schedule for the training camp and emphasized the important application of modern technologies such as big data in the education industry and within the Group.

After the launch ceremony, teachers from TAL Group delivered two insightful lectures. Ms. Tang Xueli, Assistant Dean of the TAL Education Research Institute and Head of the Policy Research Department, first explained to students the impact of policies on industry development, investment, and financing. She provided an in-depth analysis of how enterprises conduct policy research, assess the impact of policies on financing, and offered positive predictions and visions for the future direction of the education industry. In the second lecture, Mr. Li Rui, Deputy General Manager of the Central Office at TAL Group, shared vivid stories based on his own experiences and those around him, illustrating the past development of the private education industry and its future prospects. Students listened attentively to both lectures. During the interactive session, students actively asked questions and engaged with the teachers, who provided detailed answers based on their professional knowledge and work experience, earning continuous applause from the audience.

TAL is a technology-driven education company focused on smart education and an open platform, exploring new models for future education. From 2015 to 2019, TAL (Xueersi) was consecutively ranked among the “Top 100 Most Valuable Chinese Brands” for five years. In 2019, TAL established the first postdoctoral research workstation in the education industry.

The School of Languages and Communication Studies has always adhered to the educational philosophy of “integrating knowledge with practice,” emphasizing the importance of students’ practical abilities. By collaborating with a leading industry enterprise, the School has created a platform for students to gain exposure to the education industry and enhance their practical experience. Through such initiatives, students can build a comprehensive knowledge system, enrich their experience, and lay a solid foundation for future employment and entrepreneurship.

In the future, the Education Training Camp of the School of Languages and Communication Studies will host three additional lectures on innovation and entrepreneurship, covering cutting-edge topics such as the development and application of AI and brain science in the education industry. Students will also have the opportunity to visit TAL Group for observation and learning, gaining firsthand experience of the work environment and job roles. Upon completion of the entire training program, participants will receive a joint certificate of completion issued by the School of Languages and Communication and TAL Group.