Constructing and Implementing the SCACP Integrated Framework for Digital Humanities Courses in the Context of the New Liberal Arts

Abstract

Against the backdrop of the New Liberal Arts initiative, application-oriented universities face growing challenges in cultivating digital literacy among foreign language majors. Taking the course Introduction to Digital Humanities as an example, this study investigates the pedagogical mechanism of the SCACP integrated framework in enhancing students’ digital literacy and interdisciplinary competencies. Findings from classroom observations and student feedback indicate that the SCACP framework effectively fosters students’ intrinsic learning motivation, bridges the traditional divide between technical skills and humanistic inquiry, and improves students’ abilities in information processing, cross-disciplinary application, proficiency with digital tools, and intercultural understanding. Based on these insights, this study proposes a set of feasible strategies: (1) developing discipline-specific curricular content; (2) systematically integrating a hybrid toolkit of traditional and AI-enhanced digital methods; (3) strengthening authentic, project-based learning; and (4) deepening university–community collaboration in talent development. These strategies aim to offer a replicable and scalable model for New Liberal Arts curriculum reform in foreign language programs at application-oriented universities, thereby contributing to the cultivation of interdisciplinary and internationally oriented talents.