Wan Kuei-chen, Head of the Curriculum Development Section, Yonghe Elementary School, New Taipei City, said that participation in the workshop brought forth many emotions and surprises. On the other hand, Lo Lie-shih, Professor of National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU), stated that our generation shoulders a crucial mission. If we don't take the initiative to speak Hakka to our children, who will pass down the language? This is of utmost importance.
Chen Hsiu-ching, Principal of Jiuhu Elementary School, Miaoli County, said that students in the school's Hakka choir learned the language through singing and managed to qualify for the national competition. This experience proves precious for small schools in remote areas! Su Chen-hsin, Direction of Educational Affairs at Fulong Elementary School, Hsinchu County, also shared that integrating karaoke singing as implementation method has led to a gradual increase in the number of students and grandparents who obtain Hakka language certification. This in turn fosters the presence of Hakka language in family life.
Wu Hsin-yi, Teacher at Shin Cheng Elementary School, Taichung City, said that the course not only helped her to master her mother tongue, but also better guide students in tracing their roots, which prompted her to join the project. NTNU Professor Chang Su-chen served as host of the two-day workshop, with NYCU Professor Lo Lie-shih and National Academy for Educational Research Professor Fan Hsin-hsien as guest panelists. Together with educators from 51 schools across 11 counties and cities, they discussed how to revitalize the Hakka language and ways for exchanges and development of school-based curricula.
HAC started the Integration of Hakka Language in 12-Year Basic Education School-Based Curricula implementation project in 2018 to enhance students' Hakka learning experience. Additionally, workshops are held to promote study and exchanges among educators, as well as cultivate talents able to promote Hakka language school-based curricula in schools and regions. Let's all do our part to pass down Hakka language and culture!