Author(s)

Hui Li^*, Yu Xia, QiLong Ren, YuHua Cao, GuangXiong Mao

Affiliation(s)

School of Geography & Planning, Huaiyin Normal University, Huai' an 223300, Jiangsu, China.

Corresponding Author

Hui Li

ABSTRACT

Against the backdrop of deep integration between information technology and education, blended learning has emerged as a key direction for curriculum reform in higher education. Taking the course Urban Geography as a case study, this paper explores the construction and implementation of a blended learning model based on the Rain Classroom Smart Teaching Tool. The study developed a “three-stage, six-step” blended teaching model encompassing pre-class independent learning, in-class deep interaction, and post-class consolidation and enhancement. Leveraging Rain Classroom's real-time interaction, data feedback, and online learning resources, the model effectively enhanced students' independent learning abilities, critical thinking skills, and patriotic sentiments, achieving a deep integration of professional knowledge transmission and ideological education within the curriculum.

KEYWORDS

Rain classroom; Blended teaching; Urban geography

CITE THIS PAPER

Hui Li, Yu Xia, QiLong Ren, YuHua Cao, GuangXiong Mao. Discussion and practice of blended teaching of “urban geography” based on rain classroom. World Journal of Educational Studies. 2026, 4(2): 49-53. DOI: https://doi.org/10.61784/wjes3141.

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