A Study on the Correlation Between Overseas Study Experiences of Chinese University Faculty and Innovations in Their Teaching Methods
Abstract
This paper investigates the relationship between the overseas study experiences of Chinese university faculty and the innovation of their teaching methods. Through a comprehensive literature review, the study explores the impacts of overseas study on teachers’ educational beliefs, professional identity, and academic capabilities, as well as the implications for teaching method innovation. The findings indicate that overseas study experiences can broaden academic horizons, transform teaching concepts, enhance innovative awareness and practical skills, thereby promoting innovations in teaching content, formats, and assessment methods.
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