A Comparative Study of Domestic and International Linear Algebra Curriculum Design and Application Orientation

Peilong Zhang

doi:10.26689/jcer.v9i11.12897

Peilong Zhang School of Mathematical Sciences, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, Shandong, China

DOI: https://doi.org/10.26689/jcer.v9i11.12897

Keywords: Linear algebra, Curriculum design, Application orientation, Teaching reform

Abstract

This paper presents a systematic comparison of the curriculum design and application orientation of the linear algebra curriculum in our country and abroad. It explains mainly differences in course objectives, teaching content, approaches, and feedback mechanisms, reflecting divergent understandings of the discipline’s value within distinct educational ecosystems. Forward-looking and practical conclusions are proposed across five main directions: optimizing course structure, strengthening practical components, deepening interdisciplinary integration, building faculty capacity, and developing teaching resources. The aim is to provide strong conceptual help and realistic guidance for getting real progress in linear algebra education in China.

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