Kansai International University has a curriculum called experiential learning that emphasizes on-site learning.The Faculty of Sociology operates programs in Chuo Ward, Hyogo Ward, Nagata Ward, Amagasaki City, and Tanba City, Kobe City. By going to various workplaces from the first year, students are learning a variety of skills that will enable them to play an active role in society.This time we will introduce the program at Sorakuen.
The Faculty of Sociology has a Department of Culture and Media.The media environment has changed significantly in recent years.We are immersed in personal media such as Youtube and social media.As we have covered in previous Sociology Department columns, there is a high demand for experiences that involve the body, such as music festivals.
Approximately 1 minutes walk from Kobe Yamate Campus Building 5.Sorakuen, built in the Meiji period, is a garden located in the city center of Kobe.The fact that you can see Japanese-Western architecture such as the Hassam House and the Funaya-gata, which are important cultural properties, can be seen in the garden, which is a typical Kobe garden.
Hassam House
to a music event"Join"You may not notice it just by doing it, but at music events, we use a variety of equipment such as speakers, microphones, and lighting.You will also learn how to manage and use this equipment.In addition, the schedule until the day.Script for moderator/facilitator.Setting up the stage, etc.In order to hold an event, multiple tasks must be carried out simultaneously.
Event performance
These events are deeply connected to university learning.
For example, when students who were involved in an event listen to a lecture about a media event, they remember the presence of many people in the background.When thinking about regional exchange, students are aware of the complexity of holding any kind of event.You can learn by linking the knowledge gained at university with the real world.
In this way, the Department of Sociology values both knowledge and practical experience.We hope that you will be interested!
