Jinsa Library, humanities lecture presented in personal color received a positive response
Jinsa Library’s autumn night humanities lecture for local residents, ‘Lighting Myself with My Own Colors’, ended with a high participation rate.
This lecture was held on November 14th and 21st in Cultural Lecture Room 2 of Jinsa Library. A total of 60 students participated in the first lecture, ‘Operation changes depending on the image’ and the second lecture, ‘I am myself, find your color.’
The lecture reinterpreted colors encountered on a daily basis from a humanistic perspective and presented a new approach to enhancing individual self-esteem.
As one participant said, “I learned how to understand myself through color,” this lecture went beyond simple color theory education and focused on discovering an individual’s unique characteristics and personality and establishing one’s own identity through this. I left it.
Jinsa Library officials said, “Through this lecture, participants were able to discover new perspectives on self-understanding and expression through color,” and added, “We plan to continue to provide various programs for the cultural growth of residents in the future.”
Ayang Library, My Child’s English Book Bag Season 2 ‘My Child’s English Book Monster’ begins
Anseong City Ayang Library has been operating the ‘Our Child’s English Book Monster (hereinafter referred to as Wooyoungmon)’ reading mission program since September to help children become interested in English reading and continuously develop reading habits. Wooyoungmon is short for “My Child’s English Book Monster” and is a reading mission program linked to My Child’s English Book Bag with four monsters: Action Andy, Bright Buddy, Candy Cane, and David Donut.
Our Child’s English Book Bag is one of Anseong City’s book package projects that started in May 2022. It is Ayang Library’s special book provision service that provides a total of 2,000 English books hand-selected by librarians according to levels A to D, and is a special book provision service unique to our child. English Book Monster is a linked reading program that runs for two seasons.
Any child who borrows an English book bag can participate in the Wooyoungmon program, and can take on various reading missions every day, including a reading quiz, a crazy question bookmark, and 5 school bag stickers. Children who succeed in the mission will also receive various mini gifts through Wooyoungmon dice, and children who collect 100 stickers will also have the opportunity to enter the Hall of Fame. Next year, we plan to add English reading activity sheets so that more children can participate.
Gongja Jeong, the library manager, said, “I hope that this will be an opportunity for more children to have fun learning and develop reading habits by reading English books with Wooyoungmon.”
For inquiries regarding the program, please contact Anseong City Ayang Library (☎031-678-0732).
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What are some innovative program ideas that libraries can implement to enhance community engagement and personal development?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Dr. Emily Parker, Expert in Educational Psychology
Editor: Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Parker! I’m excited to talk about the recent humanities lecture at Jinsa Library titled ‘Lighting Myself with My Own Colors.’ It seems to have had a positive reception. What were your initial thoughts on this program?
Dr. Parker: Thank you for having me! I was quite impressed by the concept behind the lecture. The idea of using colors as a lens for self-exploration and personal identity is innovative. It not only engages participants but also promotes introspection and self-awareness, which are crucial at any stage of life.
Editor: Absolutely! The program had a high participation rate with 60 students in attendance. Why do you think people are increasingly interested in such personal development topics?
Dr. Parker: In today’s fast-paced world, individuals are looking for ways to connect with their inner selves. Programs that offer personal development, especially ones that reinterpret everyday concepts—like colors—can make complex ideas accessible. People are hungry for tools to better understand themselves, and this lecture certainly provided that.
Editor: One participant noted, “I learned how to understand myself through color.” That’s a powerful takeaway. How can the psychological aspects of color impact a person’s self-esteem and identity?
Dr. Parker: Colors often evoke emotions and can symbolize different traits or feelings. By exploring colors personally, individuals might uncover aspects of their personality they weren’t aware of. This self-discovery can lead to a greater sense of confidence and help individuals express themselves more authentically, thus boosting self-esteem.
Editor: Well put! The library also mentioned plans for continuing to provide various programs for cultural growth. In your opinion, what kind of programs should libraries prioritize to further engage local communities?
Dr. Parker: Libraries are community hubs, and they thrive when they offer diverse programming. Apart from humanities lectures, I suggest workshops that focus on emotional intelligence, art therapy, storytelling, and even mental wellness programs. Engaging local artists and speakers can also enhance these offerings and draw more visitors in.
Editor: That’s a great suggestion! Shifting gears a bit, the Ayang Library is running a program called ‘My Child’s English Book Monster’ aimed at fostering interest in English reading among children. Do you think this approach is beneficial for young learners?
Dr. Parker: Definitely! Programs like ‘My Child’s English Book Monster’ make learning fun and interactive. By incorporating themes that resonate with children, such as monsters or adventures, you can stimulate their imagination. This not only enhances vocabulary but also fosters a love for reading, which is vital in their overall educational development.
Editor: There seems to be a growing trend of libraries actively engaging with their communities through innovative programs. What is your vision for the future of libraries in this context?
Dr. Parker: I envision libraries becoming even more integrated into the fabric of community life. They have the potential to be not just places for borrowing books but also centers for lifelong learning and emotional support. Offering diverse programming that encourages community participation, creative expression, and personal development will only enhance their relevance in our digital age.
Editor: Thank you, Dr. Parker. Your insights on the importance of programs like those at Jinsa and Ayang Libraries highlight the vital role libraries play in personal and community growth. We appreciate you sharing your expertise with us today!
Dr. Parker: Thank you for the conversation! It’s always a pleasure to discuss the transformative power of community education.