The major of ideological and political education cultivates specialized talents with basic Marxist theory and professional knowledge of ideological and political education who can engage in ideological and political work in party and government organs, schools, enterprises and institutions.
Ideological and political education refers to the social practice that the society and social groups exert purposeful, organized and planned influence on social members with certain ideological concepts, political views and moral norms, so as to form the ideological and moral character required by a certain society.
1. Knowledge transfer and ideological guidance
The essence of ideological and political education lies in imparting relevant knowledge and theories, and at the same time guiding students to form correct ideological concepts and political consciousness. Teachers guide students to think through teaching content and discussion, and cultivate students' cognition and understanding of society, politics and values.
2. Shaping values and moral education
The essence of ideological and political education also lies in shaping students' values and morality. Through educational activities and case analysis, teachers guide students to realize correct moral standards and values, and cultivate students' correct moral judgment and behavior norms.
3. Democratic participation and social practice
The essence of ideological and political education also lies in cultivating students' awareness of democratic participation and social practice ability. Teachers guide students to actively participate in social affairs and cultivate students' civic awareness and social responsibility through practical activities such as mock elections, social surveys and volunteer activities.
4. Cultivation of critical thinking and innovative ability
The essence of ideological and political education also lies in cultivating students' critical thinking and innovative ability. Through discussion, debate, research and other activities, teachers guide students to learn to think independently, analyze problems, propose solutions, and cultivate students' innovative thinking and problem-solving ability.
From the above descriptions, we can see that the essence of ideological and political education is to guide students to form correct ideological concepts, political awareness and moral concepts through educational means and methods, and cultivate their social practice ability and innovation ability, thus providing support and guidance for their growth and future social role-playing.