Modern Teaching Theory Basics

Author: Wu Ligang / Xia Huixian (editors)
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Publish Date: 2001-10-01
Features: This book breaks through the basic framework of Soviet teaching theory. Starting from the nature of teaching theory as both a theoretical discipline and an applied discipline, it analyzes, synthesizes, generalizes, and creates the original teaching theory system, designing a three-part teaching theory system: "Teaching Principles," "Teaching Models," and "Teaching Activities." The design and writing of this book also pay special attention to the following two aspects. First, the correct implementation of the "method of studying the past and the present, both at home and abroad." The method of studying the past and the present is a scientific research method advocated by Comrade Mao Zedong that aligns with Marxist principles. As early as the Yan'an Rectification Campaign in the 1940s, he advocated studying revolutionary theory, studying history, and studying the current situation. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, he further promoted the use of ancient wisdom for the present and foreign techniques for China. These ideas are also applicable to the study of teaching theory. In this book, we oppose historical nihilism and reject the idea of completely excluding foreign influences. Instead, we inherit and learn from ancient Chinese and modern foreign teaching theories and experiences through analysis and comparison. At the same time, we are also fully aware that no matter how good the "ancient" and "foreign" elements are, or how necessary it is to inherit and learn from them, they should still prioritize the "present" and the "Chinese," and cannot replace our own creativity. Second, closely combining theoretical research with applied research. Teaching theory is not only a theoretical science but also an applied science. While the study of teaching theory must be comprehensive, in-depth, and systematic, its purpose lies in application.