Balancing Tradition with Innovation: Reform and Practice of Genetics Experiments for International Students in the Aeronautics and Astronautics and Civil Aviation

Genetics experiments are an integral part of the core curriculum for undergraduate students in the life sciences, and are essential for cultivating innovative talent in line with the evolving demands of contemporary higher education. This research explores innovative reforms and practices in genetics education for international students against the backdrop of ‘San Hang’ (Aeronautics, Astronautics, and Civil Aviation). By combining traditional experiments with the latest advances in genetic research and technology, the study enhances the exploratory and practical dimensions of the experiments. The introduction of open-ended experimental design empowers students to independently identify problems, formulate hypotheses, and conduct experimental verification, thereby fostering their innovative thinking and practical skills. The results show that these reforms have improved the quality of teaching, refined the content of experiments, and established a distinctive ‘San Hang’-oriented genetics teaching system that fosters a holistic set of innovative competencies in students.