Internationalization has become the distinct characteristics of the times of contemporary ideological and political education. It is not only a challenge but also a great opportunity for ideological and political education. Under the international background, the ideological and political education should carry forward the characteristics of Marxism, seize opportunities and avoid disadvantages, adhere to the integration of theory and practice innovation, and continuously improve the relevance and effectiveness of ideological and political education. First, we must grasp the innovative theory strategy of ideological and political education: getting rid of ideological stereotypes and standing up to take a clear strategy to dialectical sublation. Second, we must grasp the innovative practical ways of ideological and political education: adjusting the training target, enriching educational contents, updating education means, and improving the quality of ideological work staff.