| 摘要: | 本研究採用質性研究的自我敘事研究法，研究者即為研究工具，本研究目的有二：一、透過自我敘事研究讓研究者回顧生命經驗，探詢背後有哪些主題脈絡，重新看見自己的信念、態度以及價值觀。二、探討生活應用科學這門專業學科對研究者生活各層面所帶來的影響。故本研究的提問有二：一、我是怎麼成為現在的自己？二、開始接觸生活應用科學對於我自己產生怎樣的學習跟影響？
此次敘事研究主要以Lieblich (1998) 四項度分析中「整體-內容」的架構開始撰寫，以研究者整個生命史進行統整性敘事，再關注其歷程變化的關鍵，探索其主要事件與相關事件對其生涯的影響，標示出特定的主題與內涵，來豐厚此次自我敘事研究的內容。並邀請專業諮商心理師陪同回看敘事內容，以穩定其產出文本。
研究者遇見生活應用科學系（以下簡稱生應系）之前，家庭經歷尚且正面，在學習上，過往經驗帶來較低自信與自我認同不足，學習成就並不突出，也無特殊亮點。進入五專生涯後，生活樣態較為多元，不再是單純以唸書為主的生活方式。當兵時，因緣際會進入空軍總醫院擔任醫務兵，體驗到直接且深刻的生老病死。退伍後，接觸了成功學，開始積極面對自己的生涯，挑戰體驗並不熟悉的業務工作，接著又轉回電機工程師本業，隨著921地震的發生，讓研究者在職涯剛開始的這三年，有了新的想法，決定重拾書包來考大學，進而隨著緣分接觸到生應系。初見此系時是困惑的，曾想逃避轉換學涯，但在課程持續進行下，發現了可以成為老師這個目標，進而努力爭取，期間遭遇些挫折，都逐一克服，終在畢業前取得教師資格。帶著系上所學，在職涯、家庭等生活上，都有著極大的影響。時隔16年，研究者決定再回到生應系碩士在職專班學習，是因為研究者知道生應系對自己的生活有極大正面的影響，透過碩專班溫暖且札實的課程，同學們豐富的生活經驗討論，帶來許多新的火花，讓研究者體認到生活是可以透過應用科學達到更高層次的境界。
這次回看，很多過去沒能看清的事件，逐漸看清楚當時的狀況、想法、感受，不論那時候是奮起掙扎或是逃避，其結果好壞都是緣分，會後悔嗎？有些會，有些不會，謝謝生活將喜怒哀樂種種體驗都帶給我，謝謝生活應用科學系讓我沉浸在多元規畫的主題課程中，進行學習、統整、分析自己，讓我可以在職涯中成為一個對家庭背景較為看重的輔導老師，成為一個比較看重家庭的先生、爸爸，也成為一個較會生活的人。
The study employs a qualitative self-narrative research method, with the researcher as the instrument. The study has two objectives: (1) Through self-narrative research, the researcher aims to retrospect their life experiences, explore underlying thematic contexts, and gain a renewed perspective on their beliefs, attitudes, and values. (2) It seeks to investigate the impact of the academic discipline of Applied Science of Living (ASL) on various aspects of the researcher's life. Consequently, this study poses two questions: (1) How did I become who I am today? (2) What kind of learning and influence has studying ASL had on me?
The self-narrative study follows Lieblich’s (1998) “whole-content” analysis framework to begin writing, integrating the researcher’s entire life history into a cohesive narrative and then focusing on key changes in his journey. Regarding career decisions, it explores the impact of significant events and incidental occurrences on his career. It then delves into “category-content” analysis, using specific themes and content to enrich the narrative study. As part of the rigorous review process, a professional counseling psychologist was invited to review the narrative content with the researcher. The review was not merely to ensure the stability of the output text but also to provide a professional perspective on the researcher’s self-reflection and narrative. The counseling psychologist’s insights and feedback were invaluable in enhancing the quality and depth of the study.
Before encountering the Department of Applied Science of Living, the researcher’s family experience was generally positive. However, in terms of learning, past experiences resulted in lower self-confidence and self-identity. The researcher’s academic achievements were unremarkable, and life was tumultuous after leaving vocational school. However, a newfound passion for teaching emerged, acquiring teaching qualifications despite encountering obstacles. The knowledge gained from the Department of Applied Science of Living profoundly impacted his career and family, enabling the confident application of scientific principles to enhance teaching methods and significantly improve student outcomes. Sixteen years later, the researcher decided to return to the Department of Applied Science of Living for the Master’s program, acknowledging the profound positive impact the department had on my life. Engaging in rich and substantive courses and exchanging ideas with classmates from diverse backgrounds, the researcher confidently realized that ASL has the potential to transform life, elevating it to a higher level.
Upon reflecting on past events, the researcher has gained clarity on the circumstances, thoughts, and feelings. The researcher entered the Department of Applied Science of Living due to a lack of information. The researcher is now confident that the department can enhance its course promotional methods. Furthermore, the researcher strongly recommends strengthening collaboration with other resources and improving communication between advisors and students. Lastly, the researcher wishes to assert the importance of tracking the career paths of graduates for the benefit of prospective students and society as a whole. |
