【Office of Student Affairs Extracurricular Group News】
The NCCU International Volunteer Association's "2019 Volunteer Service in Qinghai" team, consisting of 16 members, will head to Yushu City, Qinghai Province, China, before July 4. The team will be divided into two groups: one led by Guo Mei-Xiu from the Department of Land Economics, who will visit the Gadu Primary School, and another led by Lin Xing-Ru from the Department of Japanese, who will visit the Zhenqin Primary School. The service activities will last for three weeks.
This year marks the fifth year of service at Gadu Primary School in Qinghai. The team mainly helps students in grades three to five learn basic English, science, arts, Taiwanese culture, world cultures, and physical education. Additionally, reading classes and library activities are designed to improve children's interest in reading and cultivate good reading habits. This year, an "English Corner" activity has been added to encourage students to learn English and enhance their skills and interest outside of formal classes.
In addition to academic courses, the service team also includes music and health education lessons. The goal is to allow children to develop in multiple fields by exposing them to various subjects. They also aim to establish correct hygiene concepts, teaching children how to take care of themselves and their peers' health.
On the other hand, the team's service at Zhenqin Primary School in Qinghai has entered its tenth year. To inspire students' interest in learning and improve their concentration, the team uses fun teaching methods, such as games and experiments, to engage students in various subjects. The world and Taiwanese culture courses allow children to appreciate the diversity of the world and different cultures. Additionally, lessons on gender equality and anti-bullying have been incorporated, with the team using movies to guide students in respecting individual differences and fostering gender equality. Finally, an earthquake drill will be held to help teachers and students understand evacuation procedures and earthquake safety.
Before heading out, the team invited Dr. Zhang Kun-Sheng from the Department of Ethnology to hold a mini-lecture on Tibetan culture and share his experiences. The session covered the geography, historical architecture, Buddhist temples, and Tibetan customs, including religion, etiquette, and food culture. The lecture also highlighted Tibetan taboos to ensure that the volunteers learn about and respect Tibetan culture, which will help the Qinghai service project last longer and have a broader impact.
It is hoped that this service trip will provide the local community with the resources and services they need. As the departure date approaches, the team is excited to return to Qinghai and continue their impactful work!
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Original Source: NCCU Campus News
