Abstract
This study analyzed students’ in the “Environment” class awareness of the childcare content, which is characterized by the linkage of lectures and exercises. In May 2018, the class was conducted using “Mud Balls,” which are familiar to the students, and an awareness survey was conducted immediately after the class. The data of 40 students were examined through qualitative analysis. From the results of the analysis and discussion, the students were found to be engaged in making mud balls while remembering via childhood, and that they were able to share their experiences with other students. The results indicated that the students enjoyed the experience. Furthermore, it became clear that the knowledge and experiences gained through the class will lead their motivation for performance in the field as a childcare teacher in the future.
