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NCKU "Cross and Art – Performing Arts and Interdisciplinary" Teaching Practice International Conference
National Cheng Kung University's College of Liberal Arts Interdisciplinary Drama Credit Program, along with the Institute of Arts and the Master's Program in Drama, upholds the humanistic spirit of interdisciplinary and practical teaching within the College of Liberal Arts. With the support of the Ministry of Education's Higher Education Sprout Project, they held the "Cross and Art – Performing Arts and Interdisciplinary Teaching Practice International Academic Conference" on December 4–5 at the College of Liberal Arts Academic Lecture Hall and the College of Biological Sciences Building. The conference, themed "Performing Arts and Interdisciplinary Teaching Practice," explored interdisciplinary teaching and research, covering topics such as performing arts, technology and humanities, social relationships, drama therapy, environmental ecology, and university social responsibility. The goal was to deepen the social practice and innovative development of education through communication and sharing.
Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, Shin-Mei Kao, emphasized that this conference was the first international academic event at NCKU where teachers shared "course design processes and outcomes" with students. Through the conference, students gained a deeper understanding of the inspirations, concepts, and practical objectives behind teachers’ course designs, further appreciating the intention and educational outcomes of the courses, and fostering a better understanding and appreciation of what they learn. This also supports the implementation of NCKU’s "Drama Enrichment on Campus" and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Dean of the College of Social Sciences, Chun-Li Tsai, stated that the conference deepened the academic and practical implications of performing arts and interdisciplinary teaching, promoted international educational cooperation and dialogue, and enhanced students' practical abilities and care for local performing arts culture. It also injected academic exchange and innovation into future interdisciplinary teaching and sustainable development, showcasing NCKU's outstanding contributions in educational practice and social impact.
Unlike traditional conference openings, this event began with a unique opening show, meticulously planned by Professor Wei-Qi Ma from the Institute of Arts and the Master’s Program in Drama, along with students Cheng-Yang Yuan, Si-Yu Lu, Yu-Jie Lin, Wei-Huan Cai, and Ting-Xiang Yang. The performance, titled "Victory Flag, Artistic Bells," featured bold music, skillful diabolo spinning, and water flags, showcasing the performance style of the students in the Master's Program in Drama. The opening performance echoed the conference's theme and the youthful, cross-disciplinary, and innovative interpretation, creating an exciting visual for the guests and leaving a memorable impression.
The conference invited 25 experts and scholars from both domestic and international institutions, including two keynote speakers, eight session chairs, and 18 paper presenters. Among them, three scholars served as both paper presenters and session chairs. International scholars came from Singapore, Germany, Australia, and the United States. In addition, NCKU faculty members, including Dean Shin-Mei Kao of the College of Liberal Arts, Dean Chun-Li Tsai of the College of Social Sciences, Director Yi-Fang Wu of the Institute of Arts, Professor Fan-Huai Chu, Associate Professor Jin Fon Yang, Associate Professor Chia-Pin Chen, Director of the Multicultural Center Chung-Ching Shiung, Department of Chinese Director Sheng-Sung Huang, Director of the Department of Computer Science and AI Program Chung-Ping Young, Executive Director of the Interdisciplinary Mathematics Research Yu-Chen Shu, and Professor Yen-Hsun Su of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering participated in the conference, offering diverse perspectives and rich local and international experience.
Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, Shin-Mei Kao, emphasized that this conference was the first international academic event at NCKU where teachers shared "course design processes and outcomes" with students. Through the conference, students gained a deeper understanding of the inspirations, concepts, and practical objectives behind teachers’ course designs, further appreciating the intention and educational outcomes of the courses, and fostering a better understanding and appreciation of what they learn. This also supports the implementation of NCKU’s "Drama Enrichment on Campus" and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Dean of the College of Social Sciences, Chun-Li Tsai, stated that the conference deepened the academic and practical implications of performing arts and interdisciplinary teaching, promoted international educational cooperation and dialogue, and enhanced students' practical abilities and care for local performing arts culture. It also injected academic exchange and innovation into future interdisciplinary teaching and sustainable development, showcasing NCKU's outstanding contributions in educational practice and social impact.
Unlike traditional conference openings, this event began with a unique opening show, meticulously planned by Professor Wei-Qi Ma from the Institute of Arts and the Master’s Program in Drama, along with students Cheng-Yang Yuan, Si-Yu Lu, Yu-Jie Lin, Wei-Huan Cai, and Ting-Xiang Yang. The performance, titled "Victory Flag, Artistic Bells," featured bold music, skillful diabolo spinning, and water flags, showcasing the performance style of the students in the Master's Program in Drama. The opening performance echoed the conference's theme and the youthful, cross-disciplinary, and innovative interpretation, creating an exciting visual for the guests and leaving a memorable impression.
The conference invited 25 experts and scholars from both domestic and international institutions, including two keynote speakers, eight session chairs, and 18 paper presenters. Among them, three scholars served as both paper presenters and session chairs. International scholars came from Singapore, Germany, Australia, and the United States. In addition, NCKU faculty members, including Dean Shin-Mei Kao of the College of Liberal Arts, Dean Chun-Li Tsai of the College of Social Sciences, Director Yi-Fang Wu of the Institute of Arts, Professor Fan-Huai Chu, Associate Professor Jin Fon Yang, Associate Professor Chia-Pin Chen, Director of the Multicultural Center Chung-Ching Shiung, Department of Chinese Director Sheng-Sung Huang, Director of the Department of Computer Science and AI Program Chung-Ping Young, Executive Director of the Interdisciplinary Mathematics Research Yu-Chen Shu, and Professor Yen-Hsun Su of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering participated in the conference, offering diverse perspectives and rich local and international experience.
Unlike traditional conference openings, the brilliant opening showcased the charm of cross-disciplinary innovation.
The NCKU "Cross and Art - Performing Arts and Cross-Disciplinary" Teaching Practice International Symposium was held on December 4-5.
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