Comparison and Enlightenment of Curriculum Reform Trends of Basic Education in China and Europe

Abstract

Through in-depth comparison of basic education curriculum reform in China and Europe, this study explores the role of different countries' unique education systems and policies in shaping the reform process. This paper uses an interdisciplinary perspective to comprehensively examine the current situation, characteristics and evolution trend of basic education curriculum reform in China and some representative European countries, such as Germany, France and the United Kingdom. With the help of literature interpretation, case analysis and comparison, we clarified the differences and commonalities of education reform in China and Europe, and further refined the learning strategies and enlightenment. The observation shows that China's educational transformation emphasizes the shift from exam-oriented mode to quality-oriented education, and focuses on stimulating innovative thinking and practical skills. In contrast, European education focuses more on individual differences and continuous learning, and the curriculum structure shows greater flexibility and diversity. Although there are differences in methods, both of them focus on cultivating innovative talents for the future. The theoretical significance of this study is that it expands the academic boundary of education policy analysis and international education comparison. In the practical sense, it provides insightful reference for China's education reform and provides thinking materials for other parts of the world. Future studies should pay more attention to the use of empirical data, broaden the geographical coverage, and fully consider the impact of technological progress and social change on education.