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Evolving Dynamics of Chinese Parenting: Influences, Trends, and the Quest for Children’s Rights

by Wushuang Zhang 1,*
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King's College London
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JASES  2024 6(3):206; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.ases.202408312
Received: / Accepted: / Published Online: 31 August 2024
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This essay critically examines the Chinese parenting style which incited widespread debate. The discussion highlights the cultural roots of Chinese parenting, and analysis based on  children's rights perspectives outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). Through a comprehensive review of parenting styles, including Baumrind's typology, the essay argues that while the Chinese parenting style yield academic success, it may disregard children's autonomy and rights. The paper advocates for a balanced approach that respects children's voices and promotes their holistic development, emphasizing the need for contemporary parenting practices to evolve in alignment with children's rights and modern educational philosophy. Ultimately, it calls for increased awareness and education regarding children's rights within Chinese society to foster healthier family dynamics and educational outcomes.

Keywords: Chinese parenting style; children’s rights; modern education theory;
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Zhang, W. Evolving Dynamics of Chinese Parenting: Influences, Trends, and the Quest for Children’s Rights. Journal of Arts, Society, and Education Studies, 2024, 6, 206. doi:10.69610/j.ases.202408312
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Zhang W. Evolving Dynamics of Chinese Parenting: Influences, Trends, and the Quest for Children’s Rights. Journal of Arts, Society, and Education Studies; 2024, 6(3):206. doi:10.69610/j.ases.202408312
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Zhang, Wushuang 2024. "Evolving Dynamics of Chinese Parenting: Influences, Trends, and the Quest for Children’s Rights" Journal of Arts, Society, and Education Studies 6, no.3:206. doi:10.69610/j.ases.202408312

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