The Construction and Practice of Holistic Education—A Study of Co-Life Home

• Main Authors: Hsieh, Chun Ju, 謝淳儒
• Other Authors: Ho, Ching-Jung
• Format: Others
• Language: zh-TW
• Published: 2019
• Online Access: http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/5ad64x

碩士 === 國立高雄師範大學 === 成人教育研究所 === 107 === Abstract This research is a case study of Co-Life Home in Kaohsiung. It aims to explore the changes of the institution’s residents in the concept of family and the meaning of life in view of the construction and practice of holistic education; the characteristics of Co-Life Home with regard to the construction and practice of holistic education are also examined. In this study, interviews, participant observations and document analyses were conducted to collect data. The data were then analyzed and generalized. The conclusions of the research are summarized as follows: I. Concept of Family 1-1. There was a lack of cognition and actions of love and being loved in the residents in the past concerning the concept of family. 1-2. Regarding the concept of family, the residents are developing the thought that family members do not have to be genetically related or kin. In addition, the residents are undergoing changes in the abilities to be self-aware, perceive and reflect, accept, open up the mind, and share. II. Meaning of Life 2-1. The residents previously did not perceive the meaning of life from multiple angles because of their limited social and individual experiences. 2-2. Now, the residents’ lives are centered on the loving care of "loving your neighbor as yourself." 2-3. The residents have found out that restoring relationships is their meaning of life. 2-4. The residents have realized that working and serving is their meaning of life. 2-5. The residents have also discovered that their meaning of life is to help and be with people, be a life model, and to pass on their experiences. III. The Characteristics of Co-Life Home Regarding the Construction of Holistic Education 3-1. The association between people and what they believe is the foundation of other relationships. 3-2. The teaching, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” is being implemented in the groups. 3-3. A conflict is a sure opportunity and path to personal growth and development. 3-4. Reflection, change, and mutual assistance are paid great respect in relationships. Based on the research results, some suggestions are presented for reference to Co-Life Home, churches, the general public, and future researchers. Keywords: holistic education, concept of family, meaning of life, self-awareness, relationship restoration.