International Journal of New Developments in Education, 2023, 5(25); doi: 10.25236/IJNDE.2023.052501.
Lin Du
School of Social Development, Tianjin University of Technology, Tianjin, 300382, China
This research delves into the augmentation of curriculum development and practical facets within the domain of gerontology under the New Humanities paradigm. It scrutinizes the historical evolution of gerontology courses, the current landscape of specialized courses, teaching materials, and the prevalent challenges faced in the implementation of gerontology undergraduate programs. Moreover, the study provides comprehensive recommendations for curriculum reform and development. Key focal points include the initiation of cross-disciplinary courses, the enhancement of faculty capacities, and the incorporation of innovative teaching methodologies. These strategic endeavors aim to foster a more all-encompassing and dynamic educational approach within the field of gerontology studies.
Gerontology; Cross-disciplinary; Educational Reform; New Humanities
Lin Du. Curriculum Development and Practice of Gerontology under the Background of New Humanities. International Journal of New Developments in Education (2023) Vol. 5, Issue 25: 1-4. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJNDE.2023.052501.
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