Application of Comprehensive and Design-oriented Experiments in Botany Teaching Based on Applied Talent Cultivation

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jhet.202515122

Author(s)

Lei Peng, Hongxia Li*, Min Li

Affiliation(s)

School of Biological and Food Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, Anhui, China *Corresponding Author.

Abstract

In response to issues such as the singularity of traditional botany experiment teaching content, outdated methods, and subjective and one-sided assessment approaches, a comprehensive and design-oriented experimental teaching model and a more holistic assessment system were established based on the cultivation of applied talents. This approach integrates foundational experimental content, designs experimental plans, and specifies operational processes. This paper presents the current status and problems of botany laboratory teaching. Students lack the time and space for independent thinking. The teaching model cultivates students who lack innovation and creativity, and their hands-on ability is not exercised, which fails to meet the current society's for talents. The assessment method is monotonous. and the evaluation of experimental performance is not comprehensive, objective, and fair enough, mostly focusing on experimental operations and reports. This paper highlights the shortcomings of traditional teaching methods and analyzes the critical role of comprehensive and design-oriented experiments in enhancing students' practical abilities and fostering innovation awareness. It provides significant insights into improving the quality of botany experiment teaching and developing students' practical application skills, innovative thinking, and overall competence as applied talents.

Keywords

Botany Experiments; Comprehensive; Ability Training; Design-oriented; Practical Application Ability

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