The PRC education system emphasizes academic achievement, particularly in STEM fields, with a strong focus on national exams like the Gaokao. Centralized curricula ensure consistency, but reforms are promoting creativity and reducing reliance on rote learning. The system faces challenges, including the urban-rural education divide, where rural schools struggle with limited resources. Technology integration is advancing, with digital learning and AI enhancing education. Additionally, the curriculum fosters national identity, though some argue it limits diverse perspectives. Ongoing reforms aim to balance tradition with modernization.