Reconstructing educational research methods courses for pre-service teachers: a digital technology empowerment approach

Journal: Region - Educational Research and Reviews DOI: 10.32629/rerr.v8i1.4900

Yini YAO, Jiangmei BAI

Yunnan Technology and Business University

Abstract

In the context of the national educational digitalization strategy, traditional educational research methods courses for pre-service teachers face the dilemma of being disconnected from digital technology, research practice, and professional development. This study proposes a reconstruction framework guided by digital literacy, research capability enhancement, and deep technology integration. A new curriculum was developed by integrating digital research modules and innovative teaching methods. Preliminary practice indicates that this reconstruction can effectively equip pre-service teachers with the ability to apply digital research tools, solve complex educational problems, and showcase academic innovation in real-world teaching scenarios.

Keywords

digital technology; pre-service teachers; educational research methods; course reconstruction; digital literacy

Funding

This research was supported by the 2024 China Private Education Association Planning Project (School Development Category) Grant (CANFZG24523); 2025 Yunnan Technology and Business University University-Level Project (XGJJT- YYSQ-YX-2025120983934).

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