토론식 수업을 통한 자기주도 학습 능력 및 교육경쟁력 강화

Abstract

This study aims to explore educational changes through discussion-based classes by highlighting the value and effectivenessof discussions while emphasizing the need to enhance self-directed learning abilities. Discussions are beneficial for formingsubjectivity, and expanding and applying them can unlock students’ potential in many areas. Given the longstanding patternsof Korean education, it is necessary to actively consider a methodological shift towards self-directed, creative, andself-enlightening (sustainable) learning through discussion-based classes. Discussion-based learning improves critical thinking,fosters creativity and proactivity through self-directed learning, and ensures learning sustainability. Therefore, this study willanalyze the advantages of discussion-based learning both domestically and internationally, explore its application in universityteaching systems, and ultimately examine how a teaching method based on self-directed learning and discussion can enhanceeducational competitiveness. As a research method, this study will adopt discussion-based teaching methods for liberal artscourses, analyze class operations and learning outcomes, and examine how the activeness, creativity, and cooperativenessof discussion classes relate to the enhancement of learning abilities and educational competitiveness. Through this analysis,the study will demonstrate the expansion of discussion classes and show the potential of discussion-based learning in thecoming AI era. The transition to discussion-based classes is expected to create a cycle of activeness, creativity, and sustainabilitythrough the process of preparation, presentation, and discussion, ensuring learning continuity and driving fundamental changesand innovations in the education system. Considering that the ultimate purpose of education is “not the transmission ofknowledge, but to enable learners to teach themselves and develop their abilities to the fullest,” this shift in learning styleis significant. It is hoped that, in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Korean education will establish a turningpoint for future changes through a methodological transition to self-directed, creative, and self-enlightening (sustainable) learningvia discussions, thereby increasing the sustainability of discussion-based classes.