School: Kang Chiao International School -Linkou campus(JH)
    New Taipei City, N/A, Taiwan

9 students, ages 12-15 worked together to complete this CyberFair project on March 5, 2026. They have participated in CyberFair in the following year(s): 2025,2024,2023,2022,2021,2020

Classes and Teachers: Jyunjie Wu, Muriel Chen, Jimmy Chang, HUA CHING-HAN, LEE FAUSTINE, YUAN DE-YO, CHEN HO-CHING, HSING RUI-LING, CHEN NAI-CHIEN, LIN ZHAO-XUAN, LIN CASPAR, LIN HSUAN-LUN

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Our School's Web Site: http://https://web.kcislk.ntpc.edu.tw

1. Description of Our Community

Our community is located in northwestern Taiwan; Taoyuan City is one of the country’s six special municipalities. It is characterized not only by its diverse ethnic groups but also by having the highest density of Tudigong (Earth God) temples in Taiwan. The Tudigong belief has driven community economies while providing people with solace and hope.

2. Summary of Our Project

The formal name for Tudigong is “Fu-De-Zheng-Shen,” which is the most commonly worshipped god in Taiwan. Although the divinity of Tudigong is not considered high, he controls everything relevant to life, just as warm as the traditional “head of neighborhood”, protecting everyone from the elements of daily life.

According to the statistics, the Tudigong temple is recognized as the largest number of temples in Taiwan. Using special areas, for example, there are 278 temples, in average, every square kilometer has 7 temples. This demonstrates the importance of Tudigong to the people. Every temple is not only a place where citizens interact and socialize, but it is also the earliest mental support for people who encounter unknown disasters.

Tudigong belief has been popularly worshipped by Taiwanese citizens, as the temples are established, people descend on adjacent social areas, making the nearby malls flourish, acting as one of the most significant contributors of the development history. The Tudigong worshipping states the Han people’s “gratefulness for the land” and “praying for a safe living”.

3. Our Computer and Internet Access

A. Percentage of students using the Internet at home:more than 50%

B. Number of workstations with Internet access in the classroom:more than 6

C. Connection speed used in the classroom:not sure

D. Number of years our classroom has been connected to the Internet:more than 6

4. Problems We Had To Overcome

Although Tudigong is a popular belief, when we investigate the details, we still encounter some issues. During the period when learning about the belief of Tudigong’s origin, we have interviewed relevant people, yet we didn’t gather the information that is required. Aside from that, we also have multiple time limits. For example, when we need to investigate in cultural places, the free time everyone has is different, and we only have 80 minutes every week for everyone to discuss, and other info requires other time for us to complete.

5. Our Project Sound Bite

Our goal is to bridge the gap between ancient tradition and modern life by helping the community rediscover the Tu Di Gong faith. We explore how this 'neighborhood warden' belief strengthens social cohesion, drives local economies, and remains a vital pillar for resilient urban development in the digital age.

6. How did your activities and research for this CyberFair Project support standards, required coursework and curriculum standards?

Our research encompassed social sciences, architecture, language and art disciplines, exploring the origins and traditions of the Earth God through history; understanding the structure and totems of Earth God temples through architecture and art, as well as the creation and painting processes of the deity's costumes, etc. We also used our knowledge of language and art to interview Professor Chen Ruolan. This research is somewhat related to Taiwan's promotion of the inheritance of cultural customs and can help ensure the continuation of culture. In this process, I learned not only web design and data collection, but also profound lessons in leading and managing a team, the preparation required for interviews, and improvisation during interviews. Throughout this process, the skills I acquired extended far beyond web design and data collection. I gained profound experience in team leadership and management. Specifically, I learned how to meticulously prepare for interviews and adapt to live situations. As our team members varied in age and managed different academic workloads this year, we mastered the art of effective labor division and time management. I believe this research serves a vital role in both our community and the school curriculum by acting as a bridge for cultural transmission, encouraging the younger generation in Taiwan to embrace and carry forward these significant customs.

1) What information tools & technologies did you used to complete your CyberFair project?

In our group, we totally manage 18 devices (plus 10 photoing phones) requires a stable network strategy, also 6 Laptops Primary workstations for WordPress management and video editing. iPads for mobile design in Canva and reviewing Google Form data on the go, 10 Mobile Phones Dedicated purely to video and audio recording. Internet Access to Ensure all devices are configured for both School Wi-Fi and Home Wi-Fi.Content Creation & StorageGoogle Drive is for our central 'Cloud Hub.' All photos and raw footage from the 10 phones should be uploaded here immediately. CapCut for the desktop version on the laptops for professional-grade video editing of your recorded footage. Canva is used for creating high-quality posters and promotional graphics.WordPress: Creating the central website for hosting the project, embedding the video content, and publishing results. Communication & Data Collection External Liaison is for Phone Calls and Line for formal communication with the Museum Director. Internal Coordination is Gmail Chat for quick team updates and sharing Drive links.

2) In what ways did you act as "ambassadors" and spokespersons for your CyberFair project both on-line and in person.

We act as ambassadors for the Land God culture, aiming to connect traditional cultural customs with modern life. In our physical activities, we demonstrated our commitment to learning and preserving local history through fieldwork at Jingfu Temple in Taoyuan and surrounding temples, as well as an interview with Professor Chen Ruolan. On-line, we acted as spokespersons by synthesizing our findings—ranging from temple architecture to the economic impact of folk religion—into a comprehensive website. Through the International Schools CyberFair platform, we enable a global audience to discover and engage with this unique aspect of Taiwanese culture.

3) What has been the impact of your project on your community?

Our project has brought about meaningful impact by transforming everyday beliefs in the Earth God into documented web pages. Through collaboration with Professor Chen Ruolan and local temple staff, we have built strong community connections, translating the knowledge we provide into a written record to perpetuate the culture. It has also helped local residents discover the architectural significance and economic history behind their local temples, while international visitors have gained a window into Taiwan's unique 'folk beliefs,' gaining a deeper understanding of this distinctive culture. We have received feedback from teachers who have pointed out that our website acts as an educational bridge, helping the younger generation understand the spirit of the Earth God and ensuring that this intangible culture is not lost but rather promoted by the public in digital form.

4) How did your project involve other members of your community as helpers and volunteers?

Completing this project was a collective effort that required guidance from experts and community members. We are deeply grateful to the following individuals who served as our 'helpers' throughout this journey:

Ms. Chen Ruolan : Thanks for her profound understanding of local folk religion. She provided us with historical context and helped us understand the spiritual essence of the Land God culture.

Temple staff and volunteers: During our field trip to Jingfu Temple in Taoyuan, the temple staff explained the structural significance of the temple architecture and shared historical stories recounted orally by local elders.We also want to thank the deacon who guided our visit to the Land God Cultural Museum, for providing us with the experience of watching a documentary about rice paddies that day, and explaining the connection between land and Tiu Di Gong.