The Logic of Developing Core Competencies in Smart Teaching Among Art Education Students in Chinese Higher Education

Abstract

The digitization of education has spurred a transformation in teachers’ smart teaching competencies; however, existing research lacks a systematic analysis of the mechanisms underlying the development of these competencies among art education students. Combining domestic and international smart education policies with the distinctive characteristics of art education, this paper draws upon the Competency Iceberg Model to construct a five-dimensional, progressive competency framework comprising “awareness of smart teaching—knowledge and skills—instructional organization—instructional evaluation—comprehensive student development.” It clarifies the complete developmental logic driven by policy and disciplinary restructuring, thereby providing a theoretical reference for the digital professional training of art education students in Chinese higher education.