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The Spiritual Dilemma and Breakthrough of the Development of Higher Vocational Education in China: An Analysis Based on the Symbolic Frame

Author(s)

Sai Cheng1,2

Affiliation(s)

1College of Education, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China 2Zibo Polytechnic University, Zibo, Shandong, China

Abstract

High-quality vocational education is a key objective of SDG 4. China's higher vocational education faces a dual spiritual dilemma: the widespread spiritual void caused by technological progress, and the erosion of university ideals under utilitarianism. To address this, higher vocational education should establish a unique value narrative system, cultivating an educational ecosystem that harmonizes technical skills with "Dao". By achieving sustainable human development through cultural inheritance and innovation, it can provide spiritual impetus and cultural support for the high-quality advancement of vocational education in the new era.

Keywords

Higher Vocational Education; Spiritual Dilemma; Sustainable Development

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