In a broad sense, off-campus education refers to the positive influence of various media, social factors and families on the growth of teenagers, which is the supplement and expansion of school education. In a narrow sense, off-campus education refers to the positive influence and education of young people by social groups, off-campus educational institutions and families according to the target requirements of certain society and class for talent training. It is a social activity with positive educational influence, and it is also a supplement and extension of school education.

The characteristics of off-campus education: the relaxed educational environment; Diversity of educational content; Learners choose their own learning content; Lifelong influence of education. The role of off-campus education: off-campus education is the right-hand man of school education; Off-campus education plays an important role in shaping people's personality, world outlook and outlook on life; Off-campus education is one of the important ways to improve the quality of the population and cultivate outstanding talents; Off-campus education also plays an important role in people's lives.