The philosophy of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) emphasizes student-centered learning outcomes, aiming to innovate teaching content and methods through explicit learning objectives and outcome assessments. Preschool education, crucial for nurturing future early childhood educators, directly impacts students' professional competence and practical teaching abilities. However, current curriculum structures in higher education for preschool education often suffer from uniform content and insufficient practical application. This paper, grounded in the OBE philosophy, analyzes the current state of preschool education curriculum in universities, proposes principles for curriculum design aligned with OBE, and explores specific reform measures and strategies. Research indicates that integrating international best practices with local demands, introducing interdisciplinary courses and project-based learning, and implementing diverse assessment and feedback mechanisms are effective reforms that enhance comprehensive skills and practical abilities of preschool education students. This paper aims to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for the design and reform of preschool education programs in universities, promoting overall enhancement of preschool education quality.

Wu Junmei. Exploring the Curriculum Setting and Reform of Preschool Education Majors in Colleges and Universities under the Concept of OBE Education. Frontiers in Educational Research (2024) Vol. 7, Issue 7: 155-161. https://doi.org/10.25236/FER.2024.070723.

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