학습자중심 서예프로그램이 인성교육에 미치는 영향

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

Experiencing YangJi YangNeung (inherent knowledge, inherent abilities) The following dissertation is an analysis of the elective course titled “Calligraphy is Life” established in the spring of 2012. This methodology in the education system overlooks the value of humanitarian studies. The Personalized Calligraphy Program was developed to promote humanitarian studies for college students by utilizing a comprehensive and holistic approach to promote and encourage self-reflection. The founding principle of this course is based on Mencius’s Yang Ji Yang Neung and his firm belief that education must tap into the innate abilities of every individual through a formless yet personalized approach that encourages self-discovery. Rather than traditionally direct my students towards the rote path of learning that students are accustomed to, I promoted an autonomous atmosphere that promoted self-analysis through the medium of calligraphy. Instead of explaining the traditional methodology that came with calligraphy, I mediated students’ interactions to guide them toward introspection. Assessing the students’ results through daily progress reports and final reports, I saw not just the educational value, but also the humanitarian impact for students in this free form method of teaching through the Personalized Calligraphy program. Students also learned to fully immerse themselves in almost a meditative state whilst pursuing their deepest creative expressions of self. This course is testament to the efficacy of a holistic approach to education, as well as this course’s impact on personal education of humanitarianism.