Gray correlation analysis of ideological and political education and college students’ ideological dynamics in new era colleges and universities

This study employs gray correlation analysis to process and evaluate the data pertaining to the effectiveness of ideological and political education in higher education institutions. Comparative analyses were conducted between experimental and control groups, utilizing group counseling to foster positive mental qualities. The data collected before and after the educational interventions were subjected to statistical analysis. The findings indicate significant variations in learning outcomes across different dimensions for certain student groups, offering educators a foundation for targeted interventions. Furthermore, the results from the positive psychological quality education experiment reveal that the experimental group exhibited a notable enhancement in positive psychological qualities post-intervention compared to the control group. Specifically, there was a substantial increase in the attributes of love, tolerance, perseverance, faith, and hope. For instance, the score for love in the experimental group improved from 2.45 to 3.36, an increase of 0.91, with the most pronounced growth observed in the qualities of faith and hope, which increased by 1.16. The application of gray correlation analysis in this context demonstrates its utility in assessing the effectiveness of ideological and political education, allowing for the refinement of educational focus and methodologies to enhance overall academic outcomes. This research provides pivotal strategies and directions for collegiate education, aiming to nurture a larger cohort of students equipped with positive psychological qualities and preparing them for successful future endeavors.