社会の問題解決に貢献する人材を育成する課題解決型またはトランスディシプリナリー（TD）教育は、持続可能性、気候変動、災害リスク、人間の幸福など、複雑な地球規模課題に対応するための重要な枠組みとして注目されている。地球惑星科学はその統合的・包括的な性質から、自然現象と社会システムを架橋し、TD教育を展開する上で最も豊かな基盤を持つ分野である。本セッションでは、地球科学に関連するテーマを軸に、TD教育の理論と実践の両面からその可能性を探る。自然科学・社会科学・アート・地域実践をつなぐ共創的な学びを通じ、大学や研究機関が次世代の「知の共創者」をどのように育成できるかを議論する。教育者・研究者・地域実践者が分野を越えて集い、地球科学と社会をつなぐ新しい学びのパラダイムを共に構想する場とする。また、これらに関連する事例報告を歓迎する。

Problem-solving and transdisciplinary (TD) education, which aims to cultivate individuals capable of contributing to the resolution of societal challenges, has been increasingly recognized as a key framework for addressing complex global issues such as sustainability, climate change, disaster risk, and human well-being. Owing to its integrative and holistic nature, Earth and planetary sciences provide one of the richest foundations for developing and expanding TD education by bridging natural phenomena and social systems.
This session focuses on exploring the theoretical and practical dimensions of TD education through themes related to Earth sciences. By connecting natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, and community-based practices, it seeks to examine how universities and research institutions can cultivate the next generation of "knowledge co-creators". Particular attention will be given to educational models that link scientific knowledge with social practice through collaboration with local communities and natural environments.
Key discussion themes include:
- Theoretical frameworks and educational design of TD programs using Earth system changes (climate, water, ecosystems, and geology) as learning contexts
- Educational models integrating geoscience with social challenges such as disaster resilience, environmental restoration, and resource circulation
- Practice and evaluation of cross-disciplinary education for comprehensive solutions to social issues
- International collaboration and competency development in doctoral and lifelong learning programs
- Development of assessment and visualization methods for TD competencies grounded in Earth sciences
This session provides a forum where educators, researchers, and community practitioners can cross disciplinary boundaries to co-design a new learning paradigm that links Earth sciences with society. Case studies and practical reports related to these themes are also welcome.