Innovative Approaches to Undergraduate Psychology Education Within the New Liberal Arts Framework

In the 21st-century knowledge economy, the emergence of new liberal arts signifies a transformative shift in traditional humanities and social sciences. The concept aims to foster innovative liberal arts education and research to meet the demands of globalization and the information age. New liberal arts emphasize interdisciplinary integration, the cultivation of practical skills, an innovative spirit, and contributions to social and personal development. In this context, psychology, the science of human behavior and mental processes, has gained increasing importance in education. To fulfill the fundamental task of "establishing morality and nurturing people," and to cultivate virtues such as patriotism and public service, we adhere to the principle of "Exploring the Heart, Serving the People." We have developed a high-quality undergraduate training model for psychology that aligns with social development needs. This model integrates the three dimensions of "teaching, research, and application" to cultivate psychology professionals with sound personalities who are dedicated to public service. Through practical exploration, we have established a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum and teaching system that is "broad in scope (teaching), high in ambition (research), and grounded in application." This system includes a high-quality teaching team and a platform for diverse practical experiences, ensuring the integration and mutual reinforcement of curriculum teaching, scientific research, and practical application. Our approach effectively addresses the issues of theory being detached from practice, the disconnection between teaching and research, and the challenges in translating research findings into practice, thereby significantly enhancing the quality of undergraduate training.