Author(s)

Jianjun Liang ¹, Shu Liu ², Peili Zhang ¹, Dong Wang ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Engineering University of the Joint Logistics Support Force, PLA, Chongqing, China
² Chongqing University of Arts and Sciences, Chongqing, China

Corresponding Author

Shu Liu

ABSTRACT

In the digital context, teaching reform of professional basic courses requires balance between theoretical teaching and digital technology application. Taking the "Fluid Mechanics and Pumps" course as an example, this paper analyzes typical problems in the reform. Specifically, a deviation in course orientation results in weak theoretical instruction, excessive use of information technology intensifies students' cognitive load, and the abuse of AI tools undermines the effectiveness of after-school tasks. The study proposes optimization paths. Firstly, it involves strengthening the theoretical system by reconstructing course orientation. Secondly, it aims to optimize knowledge presentation with AI and mind maps to reduce students' cognitive load. Thirdly, it ensures the originality of after-school tasks through intelligent course platforms. The results provide practical references for teaching reform of professional basic courses in the context of digitalization, facilitating the transition from knowledge acquisition to ability generation.

KEYWORDS

Context of Digitalization, Professional Basic Courses, Course Orientation, Cognitive Overload, AI Technology, Intelligent Course Platform

CITE THIS PAPER

Jianjun Liang, Shu Liu, Peili Zhang, Dong Wang, Reflections on Teaching Reform of Professional Basic Courses in the Context of Digitalization. Curriculum and Teaching Methodology (2025) Vol. 8: 60-65. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/curtm.2025.080808.

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