Self-directed Learning

Each semester, the library invites both experienced teachers and external speakers to Chenggong to share their insights on effectively guiding students through self-directed learning. Additionally, a gathering for homeroom teachers is held every two months, providing an opportunity for teachers to exchange experiences, discuss challenges, and collaborate on solutions.

In the first two sessions, the homeroom teachers will introduce the concept of self-directed learning and showcase exemplary work from previous students. Over the following weeks, students will engage in brainstorming sessions, explore reference materials, and select a topic for their learning projects. During this time, the homeroom teachers will also organize engaging activities—such as inviting students to share their unique skills—to help them discover their personal interests and passions.

Once students have selected their topics and completed their research, they transition into the planning and creation phase of their self-directed learning projects. In this stage, they organize their findings, set clear goals, and develop a roadmap for their work. As they begin to create, students bring their ideas to life, refining their projects through trial and error. If they encounter challenges, they can seek guidance from their subject teachers, depending on the specific needs of their project.

After all the hard work and dedication, we organize a grand presentation at the end of the semester, where outstanding students showcase their projects to an audience of their peers. Prior to this, each class holds a mini-sharing session to select representatives who will present at the main event. The topics of the students' self-directed learning projects are diverse—ranging from social issues to crafting—and the presentation serves as a remarkable opportunity to celebrate and witness the growth and achievements of our students.