Strategies for Enhancing the Competencies of Economically Disadvantaged Students in Higher Education Institutions in the New Era

Abstract

Against the backdrop of the new era, China's higher education has entered a phase of high-quality development, with institutional support policies for student development becoming increasingly refined alongside the optimization of financial aid systems. This paper, grounded in the practical work of university counselors, systematically analyzes the current challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students in areas such as academic motivation, social psychology, integrity cultivation, and gratitude awareness. It elucidates the significance of enhancing the quality and capabilities of such students in the new era for implementing moral education, promoting educational equity, and cultivating new generations for the times. The paper proposes a comprehensive strategy of "strengthening value guidance, focusing on psychological development, Solidifying Professional Foundations, and Cultivating Innovative Practical Abilities." This comprehensive strategy aims to help economically disadvantaged students holistically enhance their comprehensive qualities and achieve high-quality growth and development.