Research on the Cultivation Mechanism and Practical Exploration of "Key Teachers' Teaching Innovation Teams" in Vocational Colleges

Shan Chen

doi:10.70088/zenchg64

Authors

Shan Chen Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology, Haikou, China Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70088/zenchg64

Keywords:

vocational education, key teachers, innovation teams, cultivation mechanism, educational development

Abstract

Under the deepening implementation of the "Double High Project" in vocational colleges, the teaching innovation teams of key teachers have emerged as the core carrier for enhancing overall educational quality, strengthening professional connotations, and promoting the seamless integration of industry and education. Currently, the structural construction of vocational college teachers' teams is undergoing a critical transition from isolated "individual efforts" to collaborative "team education". Despite this positive shift, numerous colleges continue to encounter systemic challenges, including loose team selection criteria, fragmented operational frameworks, and insufficient motivational incentives. These persistent issues significantly restrict the release of optimal team efficiency and hinder pedagogical advancement. To address these critical gaps, this article systematically defines the core connotation and foundational formation principles of teaching innovation teams within the modern vocational education landscape. Furthermore, it comprehensively analyzes the prominent structural and administrative problems encountered during the team cultivation process. In response, this study constructs a robust, integrated cultivation mechanism encompassing four pivotal stages: "selection, operation, cultivation, and incentive". By combining theoretical frameworks with empirical practice, the research proposes actionable implementation paths designed to optimize team dynamics and institutional support. Ultimately, these strategic insights provide valuable references and practical guidelines for vocational colleges seeking to strengthen teacher team construction, elevate instructional standards, and effectively serve the broader goals of high-quality educational development.

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