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INDEX

Top News
Pick ● [Now Accepting Applications] Innovative Learning Awards 2026
https://innovative-learning.org/
　● Now Accepting Participants for Online Symposiums!
　https://lot.or.jp/feature/2676/
　・[July 24] What Should University Education Preserve in the Age of Generative AI?
　・[August 5] Discussing Digital Textbooks　　
~The Current State of Institutionalization and the Future of Learning~

2 Super Education Association
Channel ● Online Symposium Videos Now Available!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjoSVe-pcbahOMCCQJ9Sobw
・Redesigning Active Learning Spaces
— Issues Raised by the Nakajima Memorial Library at Akita International University

3. Project Activity
Report ● Online Symposium Report Now Available!
https://lot.or.jp/feature/2628/
・The first priority
is to develop teachers’ skills in using AI in the classroom ● Report on the Data WG (24th Meeting) + Copyright WG (30th Meeting)

4. Announcements from Participating Companies and Organizations

5 Recommended Related News Stories

6 Media Coverage

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■ [Now Accepting Applications] Innovative Learning Awards 2026

　The Innovative Learning Awards emphasize the realization of learner-centered
designs and recognize the importance of creating “Learning of Tomorrow” spaces that transcend
the boundaries of traditional schools.
The awards aim to realize a society where people of all ages continue learning throughout their lives and to create new learning environments that will
lead the future of education.
　　We are currently accepting submissions for initiatives in the
following three categories: (1) Cutting-Edge Education,
(2) Educational Innovation,
and (3) Learning Space Design.
https://innovative-learning.org/

■ Announcement of an Online Symposium: [July 24 – What Should University Education Preserve in the Age of Generative AI?]

　From acquiring knowledge and creating assignments to research support and even personalized
learning, we are entering an era in which
generative AI is replacing and expanding upon some of the roles traditionally played by schools and teachers. What will change as a result of
AI, and what should remain unchanged?
　Professor Nozomi Yamazaki of the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Law, Chuo University, will discuss the future
of universities.
https://lot.or.jp/report/17038/

[August 5 Event: Discussing
Digital Textbooks—The Current State of Institutionalization and the Future of Learning]

　We asked Mr. Koichi Kurokawa of
the Educational Design Department
at Digital Ad Service Co., Ltd.—who has been involved in system design and textbook production since the early days of digital textbooks—to look back on the history of digital textbooks and discuss their achievements, challenges, and future potential.
　https://lot.or.jp/report/17065/

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■ Online Symposium Video Now Available! •
Redesigning Active Learning Spaces: Insights from the Nakajima Memorial Library at Akita International University

https://youtu.be/3cHbgAPxsYU?si=l9CbI4F7bglSSvkj

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■ Online Symposium Report Now Available! [The First Priority Is to
Develop Teachers’ Skills in Using AI in the Classroom]

　Mr. Cho Kyubok, a Senior Researcher at
the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS), gave a presentation on an overview of KERIS and the
current state of AI-based instruction in South Korea.
　First half: https://lot.or.jp/project/17070/
Second half: https://lot.or.jp/project/17071/

■ Report on the Data WG (24th Meeting) + Copyright WG (30th Meeting)

　The 24th Data WG and the 30th Copyright WG were held jointly.
　Based on the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s response regarding digital textbooks and
the Super Education Association’s opinion, we
discussed the direction of digital textbook policy,
the promotion of educational digital transformation (DX), and the future of the education system in the era of generative AI.
https://lot.or.jp/project/17055/

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■ Google for Education: Latest News, Seminar Announcements
, [Special Event] Gemini Certified Educator Exam Prep Course
@ Google Shibuya Office

　This event is intended for educators at elementary, middle, and high schools and
will be held at the Google Shibuya Office. In addition to an overview of the exam, tips for
passing, and explanations of practice questions, this special program allows participants to take the actual exam during the session and
complete the certification process on the spot.
https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/2026_geminieducator_training

・After-School Seminar LIVE! Gemini & Google NotebookLM

　This is a live-streamed seminar that introduces Google’s generative AI tools—“Gemini” and “Google NotebookLM”—covering
everything
from basic usage to the latest practical applications for educational settings.
*Held after school
https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/2026_afterschool_live

・Learn with Google for Education

　This is online video content covering everything from the basics of Gemini and Google NotebookLM to
preparation for certification exams.The curriculum is optimized for different school
levels—elementary, middle, high school, and college—as well as varying proficiency levels, allowing you to choose the course that best suits you, from
beginner to advanced.
https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/gfe-movies-jp_837fc9

・What’s NEW!? Google for Education Gemini Seminar Vol. 4
— Update Information for July 2026 —

　In this 60-minute session, we’ll walk you through a hands-on demonstration of Gemini in Classroom
—now available in Japan—as
well as configuration options for administrators and new features in other apps.
https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/gfe-whats-new
(Google for Education)

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Here are some news stories about “Learning of Tomorrow
” from Japan and abroadhttp://lot.or.jp/relation/

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Click here for a list of media
coverage: https://lot.or.jp/media/

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★ Announcement from the Secretariat ★

The Learning of Tomorrow Association (General
Incorporated Association) is currently accepting new members.
https://lot.or.jp/about/admission/

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Email Newsletter Vol. 095 Publisher
: Learning of Tomorrow Association (
General Incorporated Association) Date of Publication: July 15
, 2026 Publisher in Charge: Nanako Ishido
Editor: Yuko Akamatsu
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