Abstract: Outline of Modern Chinese History bears the function of ideological and political education from the perspective of history education and plays a unique role in humanity quality education of college students，such as to guide students to establish a correct outlook on life and values; to cultivate patriotic feelings and national spirit; to enhance the sense of responsibility and mission to the motherland. College students can obtain a comprehensive and healthy development. Active exploration and reform of teaching have been conducted in Tongji University.

Key words: Outline of Modern Chinese History, humanity quality , training

摘要： “中国近现代史纲要”课程从历史教育的角度承担着思想政治教育的功能，发挥着对大学生进行人文素质教育的独特作用：引导大学生树立正确的人生观、价值观，培育大学生的爱国主义思想和民族精神、增强对祖国的责任感和使命感，促进大学生全面健康发展。对此，同济大学进行了积极的教学探索和改革。

关键词: 中国近现代史纲要, 人文素质, 培养