Reviving the Concept of Residential College in Taiwan: An Introductory Study

Abstract

The paper discusses the revival of the concept of residential colleges in Taiwan higher education. A comparison of the various objectives and strategies of four key institutions is accomplished. Within the model of residential colleges, it is said that a quality education experience is not limited to rigorous academics but also integrates healthy non-academic activities that instill a sense of community and civic responsibility amongst students. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]