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Movement Shapes Growth, Actions Build the Future: Taiwan Children's Motor Development Survey

Children's motor development is crucial for their health, brain development, cognitive function, social adaptation, and academic performance. Good motor skills not only enhance physical fitness but also improve focus, learning ability, social interactions, and emotional regulation. Conversely, inadequate motor development may lead to coordination difficulties, attention deficits, and reduced participation in physical activities, affecting confidence and daily functioning.

Professor Yung-Chih Chen’s Top Three Strategies to Counteract Negative effects of Prolonged Sitting

In modern society, prolonged sedentary behavior has become a common lifestyle, particularly among office workers who may not have the time for regular exercise. However, extended periods of sitting can have detrimental effects on health, including impaired postprandial blood glucose and insulin regulation, as well as an increased risk of weight gain and obesity. Associate Professor Yung-Chih Chen from the Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at National Taiwan Normal University has conducted two studies demonstrating that interrupting prolonged sitting can promote metabolic health by stimulating the secretion of gut hormones and increasing energy expenditure. His research also explores simple strategies to break up sedentary behavior and enhance overall well-being.

Academician Lecture Series Concludes Successfully: Professor Wang Fansen Analyzes Historical Trends

The final session and closing ceremony of the History and Culture Academician Lecture Series, organized by the Department of History at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), concluded successfully on February 27 at the NTNU Extension and Continuing Education Center. The keynote speaker for this session was Academia Sinica Academician, Professor Wang Fansen, who delivered a lecture titled "Wind: Examining the Formation of Historical Trends." He provided an in-depth analysis of the factors driving historical trends, their rise and decline, and their broader historical context.

NTNU Leads in International Student Enrollment Among Taiwan’s Top Universities

NTNU has emerged as a leader in international student enrollment among Taiwan’s top universities, with the highest percentage of international degree-seeking students. As the university continues to expand its bilingual education programs, global partnerships, and student support services, it is strengthening its role in international higher education. Recent data highlights NTNU’s success in attracting and retaining international talent, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and cross-cultural engagement.

VR can help pupils develop empathy and boost creativity, says Professor Yu-Shan Chang

Virtual Reality (VR) has emerged as an innovative technology across various industries, and has proven to be a valuable tool in education, offering students an entirely new sensory experience. Professor Yu-Shan Chang from the Department of Technology Application and Human Resource Development at National Taiwan Normal University has found that VR provides students with immersive contextual experiences, enhances their spatial and three-dimensional conceptualization, and facilitates the design of user-centered blueprints.