Educational Innovation and Effectiveness Evaluation in the Era of Smart Education: An Empirical Study

This study aims to explore the application of smart education technology in teaching. Conducting a cites pace analysis of the current status and research hotspots in smart education at universities, we analyze and discuss the practical pathways of smart education. Using the “Mechanical Design” course as a case study, we delve into the teaching practices of smart education. The study compares the teaching effectiveness of traditional classrooms, online learning platforms, and smart classrooms, providing a detailed analysis of their impact on teaching outcomes. We specifically examine students' final exam scores in different teaching environments. The results indicate that students who engaged in learning through the combination of smart classrooms and the XueXi Tong platform demonstrated the most favorable final exam results, while the least effective outcomes were observed in traditional classrooms. This research aims to provide valuable insights for educational policymakers, practitioners, and researchers to better understand and utilize smart education technology, fostering innovation and development in education.