Design and Practice of Painting Courses for STEM Students in Chinese Universities

Abstract

This paper explores the design and implementation of painting courses for STEM students at Chinese universities, underscoring the importance of art education for the comprehensive development of STEM students and its positive contribution to societal advancement. The article identifies current challenges in art education within STEM fields, such as the imbalance between professional knowledge and artistic cultivation, and offers a reform strategy aimed at transcending disciplinary boundaries to nurture well-rounded, interdisciplinary talents. The paper elaborates on the educational objectives and the curriculum planning of the painting courses, aiming to enhance students' capabilities in interdisciplinary knowledge, innovative thinking, and aesthetic skills through a method that integrates theory with practice. This approach is intended to cultivate students' critical thinking and diverse cognitive patterns. The anticipated outcome is to provide STEM students with a comprehensive artistic educational experience that enriches both their learning and life with the arts.