Abstract
This study explores how the "1.5km Experiential Learning Circle" (ELC) in Hong Kong enhances student engagement and fosters stronger connections with the local community. The ELC encourages students to actively learn by experiencing real-world locations within a 1.5km radius of their schools, including nearby businesses, cultural landmarks, historical sites, government premises, and natural sites. Teachers support this process by identifying local issues and leveraging community resources to enhance learning, including encouraging students to address social challenges and collaborate with external organizations to assist those in need. Through interviews and observations with students, teachers, and community members, this qualitative research investigates how the ELC enhances students’ learning performance, motivation, and attitudes while fostering social responsibility and community engagement. Teachers observed that students became more eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-life contexts through activities like analyzing local businesses, engaging with elders, and solving community issues. Students noted these experiences deepened their understanding, boosted motivation, and enhanced critical thinking. This study highlights the potential of the ELC as a model for experiential learning in urban communities, offering valuable insights for educators looking to create more practical and community-centered learning experiences.
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