Sound regulatory mechanisms are also needed to standardize the education market and improve coordination among education, population and employment policies.

　　The market, in turn, is expected to respond to diversified educational demands by providing differentiated services, deepening cooperation between schools and enterprises and leveraging digital technologies to enhance quality and efficiency.

　　Families too should make rational choices that align with their children's strengths and social needs, prioritize moral education and holistic development and work in coordination with national population and education strategies.

　　The author is a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee and the director of the Institute for Talent Development Strategy at East China Normal University.

　　The views don't necessarily reflect those of China Daily.