Learning together

Young people are embracing "companion studying" through videos and livestreams, creating supportive online communities that enhance focus and motivation for lifelong learning. Now in her early 30s, Zhang is part of a growing community of young people embracing the ethos of "lifelong learning".This group includes individuals preparing for postgraduate qualifying exams, civil service exams, and other tests that — if passed — have the potential to reshape their career paths. New ways of learning In addition to "study with me" videos, the rise of the internet and social media has introduced more innovative forms of "companion studying". Xiao Zheyue, 28, from Zibo, Shandong province, also began by creating "study with me" videos and later took it a step further by livestreaming her study sessions for up to 14 hours a day.