To comprehensively implement the directives from the Party's 20th National Congress and advance the high-quality development of the Administrative Management programme at OUC, the Faculty of Political Science and Law conducted a collective teaching research activity for thesis defense moderators in Administrative Management.
This event took place on the 12th and 13th of September in Xining, Qinghai. Liu Qing, a member of the Party’s Committee at Qinghai Open University and vice president of Qinghai Open University, participated in the event and delivered a speech. The activity was chaired by Yuan Songhe, vice dean of the OUC Faculty of Political Science and Law, and was attended by over 60 key faculty members in Administrative Management from 30 branches and affiliated schools of OUC nationwide.
The activity concentrated on various aspects of academic research, including thesis topic selection, the writing process, and the procedures and criteria for oral defenses. It also covered the requirements for thesis review and provided firsthand experiences in this domain. The format comprised multiple components such as collective training sessions, knowledge-sharing forums, and on-the-spot examinations.
In the collective training session, Yuan Songhe delivered a thematic lecture focused on methods and strategies for effective thesis writing and supervision. Concurrently, Zhao Juqiang, head of the School of Public Administration at OUC, presented another thematic lecture addressing the standardized management of thesis-related work, due diligence in duty performance, and assurance of both quality and quantity.
In the section devoted to sharing and exchange, Wu Lezhen, deputy secretary of the General Party Branch at the Teaching Centre of Zhejiang Open University; Chen Yan, vice dean of the School of Urban Administration at Beijing Open University; and Wan Hong, head of the Teaching and Research Section in Politics and Law at Sichuan Open University, collectively provided comprehensive insights. Drawing upon years of practical experience on the front lines of education, they discussed a range of issues, including common challenges in thesis writing, effective strategies for thesis supervision, the foundational guidelines for organizing thesis defenses, and the essential criteria for thesis evaluation.
The attending educators actively engaged in the dialogue, posing questions and facilitating an in-depth discussion on a broad array of topics. To conclude the activity and ensure its efficacy, a written examination was administered to those teachers applying for the qualification certificate to host thesis defenses. This measure aimed to sustain the outcomes of the gathering and elevate the level of standardization in thesis supervision and defense protocols across the educational system.
Prominent faculty members in Administrative Management from various departments and affiliated schools have expressed their dedication to prioritizing the essential task of moral and ethical education. Focusing on the needs of the students, these educators are committed to executing their responsibilities with utmost diligence. They aim to advance their professional expertise, refine pedagogical methods, and fortify evaluation criteria. Such efforts are directed towards enhancing the quality of thesis supervision and defense processes, in accordance with rigorous standards and stringent requirements. By doing so, they intend to contribute substantially to the overarching goal of achieving excellence and elevating the quality of the Administrative Management programme.
Written by Cheng Ming; photographed by Li Yang, Cui Yue, OUC