Designing Co-Curriculum Experiential Learning Practice in Permaculture for Studying Science Classics

Abstract

[EN] General education (GE) plays a critical role in university education. It embraces a broad intellectual pursuit through the study of and reflection on liberal arts, science knowledge, and real-world situations. The inspiring yet challenging common-core GE foundation course UGFN1000 In Dialogue with Nature, which requires students to study science classics, was launched at CUHK in 2012. To enhance students’ learning of the selected science classics, such as Origin of Species and Silent Spring, co-curriculum experiential learning practice in permaculture was designed and employed. This paper illustrates the design of the pre-session preparation, practice sessions, and post-session reflection. It provides a practical and insightful reference to educators interested in developing experiential learning through permaculture in GE and beyond.