Presentation Skills for Rural Kids Project
Challenges and Objectives
The "Presentation Skills for Rural Kids" initiative, led by the collaborative entity of the same name, brings together passionate NGOs and individuals dedicated to education and volunteerism. Its reach spans various regions, notably Huxi borough in Taiwan's Yunlin County, which serves as a focal point for this case study analysis. It commenced several years back and persisted, aiming to bolster students' presentation abilities in underprivileged rural regions for their future development.
However, executing these initiatives has been challenged by the heavy workload of the team members. Balancing numerous goals without overburdening resources is critical. Prioritizing tasks and making necessary trade-offs have become vital for sustainable progress.
Collaboration Partners and Roles
The "Cheese Presentation Education Association" relies on diverse entities like the Youth Development and Family Education Center, The Juqilin Academy, and the NTU EMBA Alumni Foundation for distinct contributions. Originating from Professor Ye Bingcheng's course at National Taiwan University, a group of his student teaching assistants initiated the collaboration to enhance rural educational quality by teaching presentation skills in remote areas, fostering confidence in rural children. Initially moderate, trust among partners grew alongside a shared commitment, facilitating unity in achieving common objectives. Conflict-free and financially supported by the NTU EMBA Alumni Association, the collaboration operates independently, engaging high school students and rural education stakeholders, emphasizing internal resources and a culture of knowledge-sharing for collective success.
Revitalisation Activities
The project focused on multifaceted activities within the domains of society and innovation, particularly emphasizing youth empowerment through the cultivation of strong presentation skills. This initiative aimed to equip students with essential abilities in self-expression, recognizing the pivotal role it plays in securing opportunities. While the program didn't directly engage in economic or environmental interventions, its innovative approach in delivering PowerPoint education addressed a critical need in education reform. By harnessing technology to enhance expressive abilities, it sought to bridge a crucial gap in modern education systems.
Revitalisation Outcome
The project's focus lay in enhancing rural students' presentation skills, symbolizing hope within these communities. This educational approach aimed to empower children and encourage community-wide support for their aspirations. While aiming for ongoing projects, achieving complete self-sustainability, particularly in educational activities, posed challenges. However, the long-term goal remained: a future where every child accesses quality education, rendering project services unnecessary. Collaboration emerged as crucial, highlighting the strength derived from unity in addressing rural issues. This emphasized the importance of collective support for future revitalization efforts.
This is the abridged version of a case prepared by AIRI Fellow Liu Shu-Yu. For further information, please email Chengchi University’s University Outreach Office at agridive@g.nccu.edu.tw.