Recognition of bodily sensations and educational effects in craftsmanship skill training

Abstract

Traditional education in manufacturing skills has relied on imitation learning and repetitive practice to control the body. However, in reality, 'embodied knowledge,' which refers to understanding which sensations arise in specific body parts and how they contribute to skill acquisition, is crucial. In this study, we clarify the key bodily sensations essential for skill acquisition through a method of skill information structuring proposed by the authors. By presenting this information to learners and making them aware of these sensations, we demonstrate educational effectiveness and discuss how this acquisition process can create new value in the future of the manufacturing field.