Author(s)

ShiYu Xie, JiaWei Cao^*

Affiliation(s)

School of Elderly Care Services and Management, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210023, Jiangsu, China.

Corresponding Author

JiaWei Cao

ABSTRACT

Traditional theoretical instruction in sociology courses often struggles with the challenges of abstraction and disconnect from practical application. This study explores an innovative teaching approach that combines film analysis with case study methodology, aiming to link abstract sociological concepts with real-world social contexts. Through techniques such as situational introduction, case analysis, and classroom discussion, students gain a concrete understanding of sociological theories within tangible social phenomena, enhancing emotional resonance, critical thinking, and social observational skills. This approach bridges theory and practice, fostering students' analytical capabilities in sociology and their preparedness for practical applications.

KEYWORDS

Sociology teaching innovation; Film analysis; Case study method; Pedagogical reform; Elderly care management

CITE THIS PAPER

ShiYu Xie, JiaWei Cao. Integrating film analysis and case studies: pedagogical innovations in sociology education. Trends in Social Sciences and Humanities Research. 2024, 2(10): 11-16. DOI: https://doi.org/10.61784/tsshr3095.

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