Educational and methodological support for university elective courses

This paper aims to explore the importance of university elective courses in cultivating students' comprehensive qualities, as well as the current situation and problems in terms of educational philosophy, curriculum setting, and teaching methods. Through in-depth analysis of the data, the key factors that affect students' learning outcomes were found, and suggestions for improvement were given. Proposals to improve the quality of elective courses were put forward, and the development trend of university elective courses in the future was prospected. The research results provide a valuable reference for higher education reform.