Optimization of Course Content and Exploration of Teaching Pathways for the JavaEE Framework Technology Course Oriented Toward Innovative Talent Cultivation

Abstract

With the continuous advancement of engineering education reform, the role of software engineering programs in higher education has evolved to shoulder the critical responsibility of cultivating high-level, innovation-driven professionals who can meet the demands of the rapidly changing digital era. Among the core practical courses offered in applied undergraduate programs, the JavaEE Framework Technology course plays a pivotal role in enhancing students' engineering literacy, hands-on development competence, and capacity for innovation. However, traditional teaching models often fall short in nurturing these competencies due to their limited focus on theoretical knowledge and framework usage. This study, grounded in the innovative ability structure model, proposes a systematic course content optimization strategy centered around a three-tier structure—foundation, application, and expansion. The redesigned curriculum aims to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and real-world application, fostering students' ability to undertake enterprise-level software development tasks. In addition, the paper introduces a diversified teaching pathway that integrates classroom instruction, project-based learning, and competition-oriented practice, thereby aligning the instructional approach with the principles of outcome-based education (OBE). By constructing a holistic teaching framework that emphasizes capability development and knowledge transfer, this research offers a practical and scalable reference model for the reform of software engineering curricula. It not only supports the development of students' technical proficiency and creative thinking but also contributes to the formation of comprehensive professional qualities required by modern engineering industries.