본 연구는 자유학기제에서 농업 연계 프로그램의 필요성과 활용 가능성을 탐색하고 텃밭을 활용한 자 유학기제 농업 연계 프로그램의 개발방향을 제시하는 것을 목적으로 한다. 이를 위해 학생과 교사를 대상으로 자유학기제 운영 만족도, 개선 요구사항, 농업 연계 프로그램의 필요성과 활용 가능성에 대한 인식을 조사하였다. 연구결과, 학생과 교사 모두 농업 연계 프로그램이 자유학기제의 교육적 목표에 부합한다고 인식하였으며, 특히 환경학과의 융합 가능성이 높게 평가되었다. 텃밭을 활용한 프로그램 의 구체적인 활동으로는 식물기르기, 수확, 요리 및 공예 활동 등이 적합하다고 분석되었다. 본 연구는 텃밭을 활용한 자유학기제 프로그램의 개발에 필요한 기초자료를 제공하며, 맞춤형 프로그램 개발, 전 문 강사 배치, 인프라 확충 등을 제언하였다.

The purpose of this study is to establish how community garden spaces should be used to restore communities engaged in village-rehabilitation projects. To achieve this purpose, we have analyzed the perceptions of local residents conducting a town-development project. The community reviewed the benefits of having a garden to improve the residents’ quality of life and comfort. Given the role of gardens in revitalizing communities, it is necessary to build spaces where residents can relax and enjoy community life. Those who participated in this study hoped that their community garden would provide shade and relaxation, a children’s play area, green spaces, and places for conversation. The space and facilities provided by community gardens vary, in accordance with the expectations and needs of each community. It is therefore inappropriate to apply uniform garden designs to all community gardens. Between 20% and 25% of a community garden should be allocated to each of the following: community space, ornamental space, and space for relaxation. As plants that provide shade and help to maintain the ecosystem are strongly preferred in community gardens, all plants should be chosen for their environmental benefits and functionality, rather than aesthetics. Residents may be willing to participate in a range of activities, including community events, the cultivation of plants, and garden management. Towns must therefore set up programs to support these activities. It is essential to continue studying and investigating the formation of community spaces and facilities, reflecting the characteristics of each community.