This article delves into the comparison between task oriented and project-based teaching models in the context of information technology education. Research has found that project-based teaching mode has more advantages in information technology education. It emphasizes the overall and comprehensive nature of projects, can help students solve practical problems from actual needs, cultivate comprehensive abilities and innovative thinking. At the same time, this model emphasizes teamwork and innovative spirit, which helps to improve the comprehensive quality of students. In contrast, although task-based teaching mode has certain effects, it is slightly insufficient in cultivating students" comprehensive abilities and innovative spirit. Therefore, in information technology education, more project-based teaching models should be adopted to cultivate students" comprehensive abilities and innovative spirit. In the future, with the development of information technology and the promotion of new curriculum reform, the promotion and improvement of project-based teaching mode will become an important task in the field of education. Teachers, schools, and education departments should work together to cultivate more talents with innovative spirit and practical abilities, and contribute to social progress.