Research on the Design of a Systematic Teaching Model Based on “Duifene” E-learning Platform: A Case Study of Macroeconomics

Abstract

Driven by advances in digital and intelligent technologies, innovative teaching approaches have exerted profound impact on Lecture-Based Learning model. Such creative attempts have also been introduced into undergraduate Macroeconomics instruction. However, to date, these approaches have only targeted certain disciplinary characteristics of Macroeconomics and have failed to establish a comprehensive and systematic teaching model. This study starts with the accurate identification of major issues derived from student evaluation feedback on the conventional teaching model. Based upon these identified issues, four teaching modules integrating offline face-to-face instruction and online flexible learning are proposed to tackle the aforementioned problems. Subsequently, a complete implementation pathway for a systematic teaching model based on the “Duifene” e-learning platform is put forward. This systematic teaching model consists of a three‑dimensional blended teaching and learning system, as well as a comprehensive learning and evaluation system. Finally, an evaluation of teaching effectiveness of designed systematic teaching model along with an analysis of the challenges encountered in practical implementation and corresponding potential countermeasures are proposed.