Presentation Information
[W-11]Intercultural Problem-Based Learning on the Theme of Industrial Human Resource Development in LaosProposing Problem-Solving through Logical Thinking Using Five Whys Analysis
○Mei YAMAGISHI1, Yasutaka UEDA2 (1. Graduate School of Science and Technology, Niigata University, 2. Niigata Univ.)
Keywords:
Problem-Based Learning,Five Whys Analysis,G-DORM,Laos
At Niigata University, the G-DORM program is a global engineering education, fostering intercultural Problem-Based Learning (PBL) where diverse student groups collaboratively address real-world challenges. Since 2023, PBL has been conducted in partnership with the National University of Laos, focusing on developing industrial human resources. Laotian engineers often face skill gaps that limit their professional participation in the industrial sector. In response to this issue, the student group was tasked with analyzing the current challenges based on the given theme and proposing appropriate solutions. Building on insights from the 2023 case study, the student group of the 2024 PBL examined potential improvements for the PBL to use the Five Whys Analysis for developing their proposal logically and implemented them accordingly. This study aims to clarify the process through which problem-solving proposals were developed using logical reasoning with the Five Whys Analysis, and to examine the resulting outcomes and challenges of the 2024 intercultural PBL activity. Furthermore, this study offers recommendations for future improvements.