To deeply implement the spirit of the National Education Conference and fully leverage the leading, demonstrative, and radiative roles of distinguished teachers and high-quality courses, the Academic Affairs Department launched the 2025 “Teaching Observation Month.” The Law School selected two courses for observation: the undergraduate course “Bankruptcy Law” and the graduate course “History of Chinese Legal System”. From late October to mid-November, the Law School organized teaching observation activities for young faculty. By observing the lectures of experienced instructors, young teachers gained a deep appreciation for the charm of different teaching styles and methods, deriving substantial insights.

On October 20, Thursday during the 9th and 10th periods, some young teachers from the Law School observed the course "Bankruptcy Law" taught by Teacher He Dan. This course is offered to third-year students and particularly emphasizes the integration of macro theoretical aspects of bankruptcy law with specific legal systems. It not only introduces the functions, history, and basic theories of bankruptcy law but also explains important legal aspects within bankruptcy law, such as the initiation of bankruptcy proceedings, reorganization, reconciliation, and bankruptcy liquidation.

Through rich case studies and interactive sessions, Teacher He Dan guided students to think actively and ask questions, stimulating their strong interest in bankruptcy law and effectively enhancing their learning outcomes and problem-solving abilities.

On Tuesday, November 18, during the 7th and 8th periods, select young teachers from the Law School observed the course History of Chinese Legal System, taught by Teacher Xia Yang for first-year graduate students. This course examines ancient Chinese law from a historical perspective, analyzing the operational patterns of legal systems in ancient society to draw informed conclusions about their functioning in Chinese society.

Teacher Xia Yang presents a well-structured and content-rich professional course with a rigorous teaching attitude and a relaxed classroom atmosphere. Teacher Xia provided a detailed explanation of the basic theories of ancient law, allowing students to gain a systematic understanding of the operational rules of law in ancient Chinese society.

Through these two teaching observation activities this semester, the young teachers benefited greatly. On one hand, they learned from the teaching experiences and techniques of senior faculty, such as how to guide student thinking and utilize case studies for auxiliary teaching. On the other hand, they gained a deeper understanding of the concepts and methods of legal education, realizing that as law teachers, they should not only impart legal knowledge but also cultivate students’ legal thinking and practical abilities.

Furthermore, teaching observation activities play a crucial role in enhancing overall teaching quality. By observing their peers, teachers can identify their own shortcomings and learn from others’ strengths, thereby continuously refining their teaching methods and techniques. Simultaneously, these activities provide a vital platform for faculty communication and mutual learning, helping to elevate teaching standards collectively.

Moving forward, the Law School will continue to deepen educational reform, strengthen faculty development, optimize curriculum design, and enhance practical teaching components to promote the deep integration of legal education and the legal profession. At the same time, we will actively explore diverse teaching methods and techniques, such as case teaching, mock trials, and legal clinics, to bolster students’ practical abilities and innovative spirit, further improving the quality of talent cultivation.

Typesetting: Xu Yiyang

Editor: Shi Tianyu