The present study aimed to assess the educational effects of “collaborative projects for the promotion of regional cooperation” on students and their contribution to the community. Okayama Prefectural University implements an active-learning program（to provide opportunities for practical learning）in collaboration with local governments and NPOs to train community-oriented students with expertise The project, or practical learning program, was conducted in Bizen City to : promote the health of its citizens and activities for dietary education, interview the citizens involved in the revitalization and development of the community through food-related activities, introduce skilled and competent people to the public, and contribute to the promotion of health and dietary education in the city. According to the reports submitted by students and the results of a questionnaire conducted following the completion of the program, the majority of them became more community-oriented-a learning goal, and there was an increase in their awareness of the importance of improving basic learning skills. Furthermore, a questionnaire survey involving the staff of participating local governments and citizens interviewed was also conducted to assess the program as a community contribution project. According to the results of the questionnaire, the project was not only helpful for the citizens, but it also contributed to the work and other activities of the staff of participating local governments and citizens interviewed. The project yielded results that are consistent with the educational goal : “increasing the community-oriented minds of students”, and collaborative local government positively assessed the contribution of the project. Therefore, the continuation of the project is of significance.
雑誌名
岡山県立大学保健福祉学部紀要
雑誌名(英)
BULLETIN OF FACULTY OF HEALTH AND WELFARE SCIENCE, OKAYAMA PREFECTURAL UNIVERSITY
地域連携協働事業の教育効果と地域貢献事業としての評価
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