School: Jing Siou Elementary School, Changhua, Taiwan.
    Yuanlin City, Changhua County, Taiwan

6 students, ages 10-11 worked together to complete this CyberFair project on March 11, 2026. They have participated in CyberFair in the following year(s): 2020,2022,2024,2025

Classes and Teachers: Yi-Sheng Liu

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Our School's Web Site: http://

1. Description of Our Community

Our hometown, Yuanlin City in Changhua County, is situated at the intersection of the plains and the Bagua Mountain Range. Serving as the economic and cultural hub of southern Changhua, it is a vibrant, modern metropolis filled with warmth and hospitality. Once the most populated and economically prosperous township in Taiwan, Yuanlin has successfully upgraded to a city. With the completion of the railway elevation project, the city's developmental landscape has been seamlessly integrated, transforming Yuanlin Station into a modern and highly convenient transit center. The city boasts internationally renowned tire and bicycle component industries while preserving the century-old candied fruit crafting techniques around the Baiguo Mountain area, perfectly blending traditional industries with modern innovation. The people of Yuanlin are known for their passion and diligence, and the downtown area is filled with mouth-watering traditional local foods. As the starting point for our railway tourism project, Yuanlin's convenient railway network provides the greatest support for exploring various attractions. Based in this beautiful railway city, we hope to use the power of the internet to showcase the enchanting scenery along Taiwan's railways to the world, while introducing everyone to our beloved hometown.

2. Summary of Our Project

Our project, 'Introduction to Famous Attractions Around Railways in Central Taiwan,' aims to lead the public in exploring Taiwan's rich cultural heritage and modern knowledge repositories through the perspective of railway travel. Railways are not merely a means of transportation; they are bridges connecting urban and rural memories with humanistic beliefs. This project features several highly representative attractions along the railway network. It includes Baishatun Mazu and Dajia Mazu, which showcase the profound power of folk beliefs and allow travelers to deeply experience the passion of Taiwan's traditional religion. The journey also covers the National Museum of Natural Science, which inspires scientific discovery, and the National Library of Public Information, which offers a rich literary atmosphere. Furthermore, we extend our exploration to Checheng Station, filled with the historical remnants of the timber industry; the Taliwu Cultural Park, which successfully revitalized old warehouse spaces; and the Chimei Museum, renowned for its exquisite Western art. Through this project, we hope to map out a diverse and fascinating railway tourism guide for domestic and international visitors, allowing everyone to savor Taiwan's historical tracks, religious culture, and artistic beauty to the rhythm of the train while promoting low-carbon green tourism.

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:dedicated connection

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

4. Problems We Had To Overcome

Children lack the logical ability to integrate information, making it difficult for them to find relevant data that aligns with their research topics. Therefore, they are divided into groups to encourage collaborative learning, allowing information to be gathered more efficiently. The teacher also guides the children through group discussions to help them organize and select appropriate information. Furthermore, children often struggle to fully and accurately record the information they obtain during activities, frequently missing details or leaving their records incomplete. To address this, they are required to work in pairs during field investigations—one person is responsible for taking notes, while the other handles audio recording and photography. After the interview, the recorded audio can be used to verify the accuracy of the collected information, ensuring that the final content is complete and precise.

5. Our Project Sound Bite

Participation in this event not only allows the public to learn about famous attractions around the railways in central Taiwan, but also enhances their awareness of the importance of local architectural and cultural features. Furthermore, it aims to strengthen public identification with their homeland of Taiwan and promote local tourism.

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

This research project provides students with opportunities to practice planning travel itineraries, exploring local culture and specialties, and enhancing their information integration and writing skills. During field trips to famous sites around the railway, students observe, record, and learn about local characteristics, thus strengthening their practical research skills. They also take photographs and combine them with text to design webpage layouts, cultivating an aesthetic sense. Throughout the research process, students practice clearly expressing their views, actively participating in activities and discussions, developing teamwork skills, sharing research findings, and collaborating to complete tasks. Every stage of the research process requires student effort, and successfully completing this research project will be an unforgettable and valuable experience.

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

The students first used tablets and the internet to collect information about famous scenic spots around the central railway line in Taiwan, and then conducted field research. During the research, they used smartphones and tablets to take photos and videos. Afterwards, they used computers or laptops to organize and edit their records, creating documents. Throughout the process, a 75-inch touchscreen was used to display relevant information and facilitate discussion. Finally, the students used computers to create web pages and upload them to the competition website.

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

Through this project-based research and sharing activity, we discovered that students showed great enthusiasm for learning about attractions around the railway lines in central Taiwan and actively participated in field research. This experience also sparked their interest in exploring the unique features and cultural characteristics of these attractions in greater depth. In addition to visiting the various attractions themselves, we also hope to inspire public interest in visiting famous tourist sites within Taiwan itself. Through this activity, we aim to promote local tourism and marketing, and highlight the importance of Taiwan's distinctive culture.

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

Through in-depth exploration of renowned attractions and local specialties surrounding the railway lines in central Taiwan, we conducted numerous field trips and extensive data collection. This allowed us to gain a true understanding of the unique characteristics and cultural heritage of these areas—aspects previously unknown to us. Therefore, we are committed to sharing our knowledge and experience through this website, enabling more people from other regions to appreciate these unique aspects. We hope to encourage tourists to explore local attractions firsthand, thereby revitalizing and promoting the region's unique specialties and cultural traditions. Throughout the research process, in addition to the strong support from the university, we also established connections with various resources in the community and townships. The enthusiastic support of local residents further strengthened the interaction between the community and the university. This experience not only enriched our understanding of our hometown's cultural heritage but also allowed our team members to deeply appreciate the warmth and hospitality of the community.

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

Throughout the research and interviews, principals, directors, teachers, and parents warmly accompanied and guided the children. They assisted with interviews, photography, report writing, and traffic issues, offering constant help and encouragement. Their unwavering support was our greatest strength. We sincerely thank the community members and key members of attractions and shops who took time out of their busy schedules to personally grant us interviews, providing valuable resources and sharing their knowledge and experience with our research team. Their insightful observations are invaluable, enabling us to gain a deeper understanding of the situation and benefit immensely.

5) Discoveries, Lessons and Surprises (Optional)

Thorough preparation is crucial before conducting field research. It's essential to do research and gather information beforehand; otherwise, you may feel lost and overwhelmed on the day of the visit. During the field trip, be sure to record videos, take photos, and take detailed notes; otherwise, it will be difficult to recall details when writing the report later. Efficiency is also important—after the field trip, it's best to immediately organize and finalize the records, rather than delaying for several days to avoid missing details. Through this research project, we realized that the areas surrounding the railway in central Taiwan are an extremely important and unique region, playing a vital role in the local economy and daily life. This experience also deepened our understanding and appreciation of the local community attractions and cultural characteristics.