Beginning
this month, Beijing 156 High School will offer students a new set of
elective courses, including "Culture of Beijing Hutongs," "Stock
Investment Strategy Analysis," and "Urban and Rural Planning."
According to a report in Beijing News, over 50 teachers contributed
ideas for new elective courses, 20 of which were then selected. The
classes are aimed at developing personalities, comprehensive
abilities and special skills, the report said.
