INTD1154A-W15
Japanese Boatbuilding
Ways of Learning: Building the Traditional Japanese Boat
In this course we will build a traditional Japanese boat, using its construction as a backdrop to explore the cultural underpinnings of apprentice learning. Traditional craft apprenticeships are still very much the norm in Japan, standing in stark contrast to Western notions of teaching and learning. Exploring how apprenticeship reflects aspects of Buddhist training will shine a light on students’ accepted notions of learning. Readings will cover the history, traditions, and technical aspects of Japanese boatbuilding with emphasis on the pedagogy of craft training. Prior woodworking experience is not necessary.
In this course we will build a traditional Japanese boat, using its construction as a backdrop to explore the cultural underpinnings of apprentice learning. Traditional craft apprenticeships are still very much the norm in Japan, standing in stark contrast to Western notions of teaching and learning. Exploring how apprenticeship reflects aspects of Buddhist training will shine a light on students’ accepted notions of learning. Readings will cover the history, traditions, and technical aspects of Japanese boatbuilding with emphasis on the pedagogy of craft training. Prior woodworking experience is not necessary.
- Term:
- Winter 2015
- Location:
- Johnson Memorial Building 204(JHN 204)
- Schedule:
- 8:15am-10:15am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at JHN 204 (Jan 5, 2015 to Jan 30, 2015)
1:00pm-3:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at JHN 204 (Jan 5, 2015 to Jan 30, 2015) - Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Douglas Brooks
- Subject:
- Interdepartmental
- Department:
- Interdepartmental
- Division:
- Interdisciplinary
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- AAL ART WTR
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 11339
- Subject Code:
- INTD
- Course Number:
- 1154
- Section Identifier:
- A