Liberal Arts Research Articles

대학 신입생의 대학교양강좌 선택 과정에서 나타나는 인식체계의 특성: 융합문화 정체성에 대한 탐색적 연구

This study examined the cultural characteristics of university freshmen’s perception organized in liberal arts course enrollment at this point when the COVID-19 pandemic has been gradually stabilizing. Their perception was divided into two categories; a single cognitive system, one of the characteristics of the culture of modernity and a multiple cognitive system, one of the characteristics of the culture of postmodernity. The former is divided into three theme clusters, learning contents as superficial explicit knowledge, pursuit of originality and authenticity from a course, and course enrollment based on formal collectivity. The latter is also divided into three clusters, learning contents as multi-layered tacit knowledge, pursuit of virtuality and pseudo-event from a course, and course enrollment based on situational individuality. The results show that the subjective consciousness, situation, and structural environment of freshmen who experienced the COVID-19 era and entered the university interacted in the construction of their convergent cultural identity. Universities need to develop and operate university liberal arts education that meets convergent values, considering the freshmen’s perception.

Unlocking the Creative Potential of Chinese New Liberal Arts: The Role of Interdisciplinary Education, Knowledge Integration, and Metacognitive Awareness

Unlocking the Creative Potential of Chinese New Liberal Arts: The Role of Interdisciplinary Education, Knowledge Integration, and Metacognitive Awareness

Assessing English Learning Motivation among Thai University Students: A Cross-Faculty Perspective

This study delves into Thai university students' motivation to learn English as a Foreign Language (EFL). The research involved 33 participants from a Thai research university, with 15 students from the Faculty of Engineering (EG) and 18 from the Faculty of Liberal Arts (LA). The main objectives were to (1) identify the primary motivation underlying students' willingness to learn English, (2) identify the differences in motivation between EG and LA students, and (3) verify that students' milieu has a role in their motivation. The study employed a questionnaire on attitudinal constructs—integrative and instrumental motivation. Additionally, three open-ended questions were used. Results revealed that (1) both student groups displayed higher scores in integrative motivation, (2) while no significant differences were observed in motivation underlying students' willingness to learn English, LA students exhibited higher scores in both motivations compared to EG students, and (3) milieu played a pivotal role in shaping students' motivation to learn English. Furthermore, this study has significant implications for educators, emphasizing the necessity of acknowledging and addressing students' unique motivations and goals across various majors. While both groups exhibit integrative motivation, instrumental motivation provides additional support.

인공지능 이미지 생성 과정에서의 심미적 경험 고찰

Today, art is expanding in terms of economic efficiency with the development of artificial intelligence(AI) technology and opening up opportunities for creation to the general public, just as it has very effi ciently replaced human labor and time. Amid growing interest in copyright and execution subjects in images generated by AI behind the economic benefi ts of the breakthrough development of artificial intelligence technology, this study examines the difference between the aesthetic experience when the researcher drew an actual picture himself and when creating images through AI programs.
 With the development of ChatGPT utilizing AI, data information processing technology between language and images opens the horizon for new art creation. The implications of this study can be presented in three dimensions in terms of diff erentiated directions from existing art education. First, in relation to developing creativity through thought that can be made up of accumulation of knowledge and long experiential learning, image creation by AI lacks a process of humanistic thinking and needs to be reinforced in terms of learning. Second, the subject of education related to the creation of professional AI images and the setting of educational content and direction according to the subject are required through discussions on whether art AI utilization technology should be taught in engineering fi elds or in art fi elds as a matter of subjectivity and execution power. Finally, in art education, AI should drive a reconsideration of what kind of teaching methods are eff ective and what concepts are required for AI learning in cognitive science and pedagogical theories and methods.
 In conclusion;with the development of ChatGPT;artificial intelligence opens up the horizon for new art creation through data information processing between language and images;and the purpose and meaning of traditional art education need to accommodate this change and transform in the practice of liberal arts education at a time when the development of these technologies is required. The implications of this study show that by identifying the unique attributes of art regardless of the major area;understanding the functions of valuable works;and providing aesthetic experiences;a new horizon must be devised for liberal arts education that enables humanities;sociological;and engineering combinations as well as simple artificial intelligence technologies.

예술과 기술의 결합

This study examines aspects of appropriation art using mechanical and digital reproduction and reconsiders its aesthetic signifi cance. In addition, we looked at the new direction of liberal arts education by examining how the beauty and aesthetics of borrowed works help a different appreciation and understanding of classical paintings.
 Modern art has continued to spread and develop into new art through its encounter with media following the development of science and technology. Media art, a form of combining media with art, generally refers to the introduction of various mass media such as photography, TV, video, and computers into art.
 Appropriation art, which emerged as a result of the development of media, is the creation of new works by using and transforming images of other people's works. The essence of borrowed art is that it creates a multilayered aesthetic of familiarity and newness seen in borrowed works, creating an aesthetic that is diff erent from the original work. It lies in manifesting.
 Recently, images from traditional paintings have been copied and used as important motifs in Korean contemporary art. Borrowing traditional paintings in media art can present a new methodology for art education. For example, in the case of Lee Lee-nam's work <New Geumgangjeondo> (2009), the original image is exposed at the beginning of the video, and the composition and structure of the original work, which is considered familiar, is perceived again. This changes from superfi cial recognition of the original work to actual recognition. You can create an opportunity to do so. After appreciating the work with learners, time to analyze and discuss the original work can lead to new refl ections on the original work. In addition, by allowing learners to freely copy and modify traditional paintings using digital technology, it can stimulate a serious attitude and interest in the original work. Through this, it is judged that there will be enough room to break away from the traditional appreciation attitude based on contemplation and become an active subject of appreciation. Therefore, borrowed art can be expected to expand the scope of learners' aesthetic experience and provide a new experience of appreciating original works as a viable methodology in art education.

레고(Lego)를 활용한 대학 작문 PBL 수업 사례 연구

The purpose of this study is to present problem-based learning(PBL) centered on dynamics as an example of university writing classes and to examine the educational implications of PBL writing classes by confirming the educational effects of this class. Accordingly, the PBL teaching method was applied to the “Basic Writing” subject, which is an essential subject for basic liberal arts at C University in Daejeon, and the detailed goals were “inducing interest” in writing and “increasing convergence and complex thinking skills”. In particular, “Lego” was used as a learning tool to stimulate students’ sense of experience and bring about fusion and complex thinking, and the contents of the class were “explanation, description, narrative”, which corresponds to “writing statement method”. Through this, students were able to understand that explanation, description, and narrative are effective methods that can be used comprehensively when writing, and to learn empirically that writing is a cooperative “communication process” between “writer” and “reader”. In addition, by writing a reflection journal, They understood the step-by-step procedure for the overall writing.

교양 체육수업 참여대학생의 수업재미와 자아실현의 관계에서 스포츠자신감의 매개효과

The purpose of this study is to investigate the mediating effect of self-realization on the relationship between fun and sports confidence commitment of liberal arts physical education class. To achieve the goal of this study, a total 230 surveys collected were utilized for analyzing. Data were analyzed frequency analysis and internal consistency analysis to determine demographic characteristics. After that, confirmatory factor analysis, correlation analysis, and structural equation modeling were used. Main findings were as follows: First, fun of liberal arts physical education class had a positive effect on sports confidence. Second, sports confidence of liberal arts physical education class had a positive effect on self-realization. Third, fun of liberal arts physical education class had not effect on self-realization. Fourth, sports confidence mediated the relationship between fun and self-realization. Therefore, it is necessary to increase positive psychological capital through the fun of liberal arts and physical education classes as a way for college students to achieve self-realization.

‘요나 콤플렉스’를 활용한 대학생의 자기탐색 글쓰기 교육 연구

This study designed and implemented a self-exploration writing instruction model for college students using Bachelard's ‘Jonah Complex’ and examined the perceptions of the mother's womb space in students' writings and its educational effects. This study included a total of 89 students from S University's required liberal arts course “Critical Reading and Writing” opened in the first and second semesters of 2023, and a total of four writing classes were conducted during the second to third weeks of each semester. As a result of the study, the mother's womb spaces of the students were divided into 'inside the house' and 'outside the house' around 'house'. 'Inside the house' were classified into residential space and object space, and 'outside the house' were classified into natural space, learning space, religious space, cultural space, and moving space. Students were searching for their the mother's womb spaces, finding their presence and enhancing their understanding. This study is meaningful in that it provided an opportunity for college students to strengthen their understanding and recognize the importance and value of the mother's womb space.

미국 대학의 경제적 영향 탐색

[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to analyze how economic impact analysis is conducted in universities in the U.S. and to derive meaningful insights for Korean universities when measuring the economic ripple effects on their local communities.
 [Methods] To achieve this, we conducted a case analysis of universities in the U.S. that regularly perform economic impact analyses. We reviewed more than 100 national universities and 50 liberal art colleges, and finally selected 5 universities for this study
 [Results] The study found that the economic impact analysis of universities vary depending on university type, mission and purpose of study of each university. The case universities tend to use the IMPLAN model with key indicators including operational, research, construction, employment, students, visiting spending. Public universities also tend to include tax revenue.
 [Conclusion] By measuring the economic impact of their universities, universities in the U.S. are emphasizing their social role and using it as a tool for government and community collaboration. In Korea, universities should also measure their economic and social impacts to not only prove the value of their universities, but also to encourage cooperation with the government, local governments, and local communities.

대학 융복합 교양교육의 운영개선을 위한 사례 연구

The purpose of this study is to explore ways to improve the operation of university convergence liberal arts education based on a case study of convergence liberal arts education at University A. A research method of in-depth interviews with professors who run convergence liberal arts courses was used, and experiences and opinions on convergence liberal arts education were collected and analyzed. Through this, we sought to develop more progressive convergence liberal arts subjects and explore ways to improve and support convergence liberal arts education. The study analyzed the characteristics and operating system of University A's convergence liberal arts education, the operating method and teaching methods of convergence subjects, and interactions with students, and sought ways to revitalize convergence liberal arts education. In conclusion, the need for a database of convergence materials and cases for instructors, a convergence education program for instructors, a regular opinion listening system for educational support, and efficient collaboration among instructors who discuss textbooks and teaching methods and participate in subject development together is presented.

대학 교양 교육에서 독도 교육의 방향

The purpose of this study is to study the direction of Dokdo education in university liberal arts education. This study collected and analyzed data through a survey of university students. The purpose of Dokdo education is set with the ideology of Dokdo education centered on educated people in the era of the 4th industrial revolution and the goal of Dokdo education centered on forming an identity as an educated person. Considering civic education, convergence education, and history education, the curriculum Dokdo education is organized into type of Dokdo education based on the education values, content of Dokdo education based on the education contents, and organization of Dokdo education based on the education related subjects. The operation of Dokdo education is based on systematic educational support in connection with elementary, secondary schools and educational improvement through horizontal cooperation.

신입생 ICT 리터러시 역량진단을 통한 소프트웨어 기초교육 방안 모색

This study was conducted to analyze the results of ICT literacy diagnosis for college freshmen and derive implications for college liberal arts software curriculum based on this. Data collection targeted 3,488 new students at M University in Daejeon in 2021, 2022, and 2023, and compared grades based on ICT-related prior learning, analyzed diff erences in grades by major, and analyzed differences in ICT literacy capabilities. As a result of the study, 940 (27.05%) out of 3,488 respondents over the past three years responded that they had experience in ICT-related programs. The average score of the ICT literacy competency diagnosis of students in the college of engineering, college of education, and college of art and design, who had a high proportion of ICT-related learning experience, was high. While the average score of students at the college of music and college of technoscience, who had a low proportion of ICT-related learning experience, was low. In other words, ICT-related prior learning experience showed a high correlation with ICT literacy competency scores. As a result of comparing the percentage of correct answers by area, the percentage of correct answers in the access and ethics areas was higher than that of other areas, but the percentage of correct answers in the management and sharing areas was somewhat lower. These results are believed to be due to the fact that as the computing environment is moving from PC to mobile, data storage, software use, and development environments are changing to focus on cloud computing. In addition, implications derived from the research results include the possibility of using block coding language in basic software education, the need for basic and advanced curriculum reflecting the increase of social interest and demand for the Python language, and resource management methods according to changes in the computer use environment.

문화예술대학 신입생의 대학적응 및 진로탐색을 위한 교양 교과목 개발

The purpose of this study is to develop a liberal arts course for freshmen in College of Culture and Arts which facilitates their adaptation to college and promotes career awareness. The study was based on literature reviews and analysis of the existing career course for freshmen at other universities in Korea. In addition, learning objects was determined by subject analysis of current career-related programs and IPA Matrix analysis of survey response data from the first-year students. After we developed a 15-week lesson plan through the process of specification of performance goals, content structure, and evaluation tool design, we implemented it for new students in the spring semester of 2023. The result shows the effectiveness of the career course for freshmen evidenced by students’ positive adaptation to college, major satisfaction, self leadership, learning outcomes. Hence, we discussed the implications of improvement strategies for the new student career course from the teaching and learning perspective.

The state of coursework on horses in human services at universities and colleges in the United States: a scoping review

An increasing number of universities and colleges in the United States are offering coursework on adaptive/therapeutic riding and the incorporation of horses in human service areas such as psychotherapy, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology. The first study to identify coursework in these areas was published in 2018. In order to track development over time, we conducted a replication study to determine the prevalence of coursework on horses in human services at higher education institutions. Information gathered for the 2021–2022 academic year included the institution name, geographic location, number of courses and their focus, academic department offering the course, and level of study. We identified 122 courses provided by 48 higher education institutions in 29 states in the following areas: adaptive/therapeutic riding (N = 82, 67.2%), mental health (N = 19, 15.6%), education/learning (N = 2, 1.6%), and equine movement in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology (hippotherapy) (N = 1, 0.8%). Survey or overview courses (N = 18, 14.8%) were also identified. These courses were offered both at the undergraduate (N = 114, 93.4%) and the graduate level (N = 8, 6.6%) by a total of 48 departments that either focused on animals, such as equine science, animal science, and agriculture (N = 27, 54%) or focused on humans, such as health science or liberal arts (N = 23, 46%). The results inform a discussion on changes over time as well as current challenges and opportunities for academic programs offering coursework about horses in human services.

We adapt as needed: Autism services at liberal arts college libraries

Over the past two decades, researchers have analyzed the role of disability in liberal arts colleges (LACs). While students find LAC faculty and disability service professionals to be a positive influence in their educational experience, these institutions face some challenges in ensuring the best possible education for students with disabilities and, in particular, autism. Building on previous research on autism in academic libraries and the LACs library context, this study analyzes the results of a survey sent to LAC library leaders across the United States. Findings suggest that LAC libraries are well-positioned to serve autistic college students, given their small student populations and ability to provide personalized service. However, librarians and staff would benefit from more training and a more systematized approach to best meet these students’' needs.

Otium vs. Negotium as the Foundation of the Concept of Solitude in Petrarch’s Philosophical Works

"The concept of solitude, as elaborated by Petrarch in the treatise De vita solitaria, develops on the antagonistic structure of the concepts otium and negotium. These, in turn, contain notions and intellectual approaches found both in Latin Antiquity and in the Middle Ages, which attribute to loneliness a special dynamism by joining it with several other concepts such as: will, freedom and friendship. Each historical stage has a specific approach to the notions of otium and negotium, and in this sense Petrarch’s contribution can be considered significant, even if not entirely new, because he attempts a plenary approach to the idea of solitude. Keywords: solitude, leisure, self-knowledge, liberal arts, friendship"

Research on Teaching Reform of Electrical Power System Relay Protection Course based on Engineering Professional Certification

Under the background of globalization and the rapid growth of power technology, the teaching of Electrical power system (EPS) relay protection is facing new challenges and opportunities. The traditional teaching mode and content have gradually exposed the problems of being out of touch with the needs of the industry and lacking practicality and innovation. At the same time, engineering professional certification, as an internationally accepted education quality assurance system, provides a clear direction for the educational reform of power engineering specialty. In order to adapt to this change, this article deeply studies the teaching status of EPS relay protection course, finds its existing problems, and puts forward corresponding reform ideas. In order to meet the development needs of the power industry, this article puts forward a student-centered teaching concept, combines the perspective of liberal arts, strengthens the humanistic care and social responsibility education of the course, and enhances students' communication and expression ability. Through the reform, it is expected to cultivate power engineering and technical personnel with innovative spirit, practical ability and social responsibility, and make contributions to the safe and stable operation of the EPS. In this article, the reform ideas and implementation suggestions are elaborated in detail, which provides useful reference for the education of power engineering specialty.

Cognitive Research on the Cultivation of Interdisciplinary Talents for English Majors in the New Liberal Art ——Based on the Learner's Perspective

Previously, English major learning research and curriculum design were usually based on the perspective of teachers and educators, which were adjusted from top to bottom under the social needs. Although it is in view of social needs, it inevitably lacks the demands of English majors themselves. This research shifts the perspective to English majors, surveying the curriculum design from the perspective of English majors, collecting their career plans and demands through questionnaires, and using SPSS (Statistic Package for Social Science) to integrate and analyze the data, so as to take advantage of learners’ ideas to promote educational innovation. Different from the traditional top-down training scheme planning of discipline designers, it will be conducive to adding more practical effects to discipline design from bottom to top by exploring learners' cognitive degree of three factors— "New Liberal Arts", "English Major" and "Talent Training".

토픽 모델링을 활용한 대학에서의 창의성 연구 동향 분석

Objectives The purpose of this study is to examine the trends in creativity-related research conducted within uni-versities using topic modeling, and to provide recommendations for the future directions of creativity research in academic institutions. Methods The research methodology involved the compilation of creativity education research conducted at uni-versities from 2002 to 2023 using RISS. As a result, a total of 813 papers and 1,566 keywords were extracted. For the final analysis in this study, 95 keywords with an occurrence frequency of five or more were selected. Results The research findings revealed a consistent annual increase in creativity research within universities, with a notable emphasis on being prevalent in general education. Through the application of topic modeling analysis, a total of six distinct topics were identified: ‘Topic 1: Team-based Projects for Enhancing Creativity’, ‘Topic 2: Factors Influencing Creativity Expression in University Students’, ‘Topic 3: Liberal Arts Education and Core Competencies for the Fourth Industrial Revolution’, ‘Topic 4: University Students' Career and Entrepreneurship’, ‘Topic 5: Enhancing Creativity Through Writing’, and ‘Topic 6: Design Thinking and Creativity Education’. Conclusions This study is meaningful in that it presents research directions for future university creativity educa-tion and the formulation of diverse policies through the exploration of creativity research within universities.

Empathy or Apathy? How Capital Constraints Mediate the Efficacy of Experiential Poverty Simulations in the Classroom

Background: University teachers in various fields have turned to the experiential tool of poverty simulations to help prepare students to work effectively and ethically with people living in poverty. Their efficacy is reportedly mixed. While several studies claim positive results on student knowledge, skills, and attitudes, others highlight risks of creating apathy and otherness. Purpose: This study explores why simulations run the risk of going wrong and what can be done to make them more effective. Methodology/Approach: To explore how student dispositions may have an important mediating effect, author 1 implemented a 6-week poverty simulation in her poverty course on five different cohorts of Liberal Arts and Science undergraduate students in the Netherlands. We study closely their experiences throughout the simulation through classroom observations and discussions, interviews, and questionnaires. Findings/Conclusions: We find that their heightened sense of agency and taken-for-granted economic, cultural, social, and human capital mediate their experience and learning. Implications: To be effective ethical learning tools, especially for students of privilege, poverty simulations should be designed so that students reflect on their privilege. This is best done when simulations are run in such a way that there is time to experience mistakes, and learn from peers/teachers.