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INDEX

1. Top News Story

●　We're now accepting registrations for the online symposium
! https://lot.or.jp/feature/2676/

・[November 16] Diverse Learning
Approaches to Nurture Children’s Individual Talents and Characteristics—Inclusive Education at Meihokan High School・
[November 29] The Use of Generative AI in Education—A Lawyer’s
Perspective・[December 13] Generative AI in Education and Research
—Trends from International and National Perspectives—

2 Learning of Tomorrow Channel

● Online Symposium Video Now Available
! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjoSVe-pcbahOMCCQJ9Sobw

・The Use of AI in Education・Education and AI in the
Society 5.0 Era

3. Project Activity Report

● Online Symposium Report Now Available
! https://lot.or.jp/feature/2628/

• Eliminating the negative effects of test preparation and further expanding
the learning potential
of middle and high school students • Generative AI can
be used to cultivate children’s critical thinking skills • Ways to utilize generative AI in English education at the higher education level

4. Announcements from Participating Companies and Organizations

5 Recommended Related News Stories

6 Media Features

　

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1. Featured News

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■ Announcement Regarding the Online Symposium

[Event on November 16: Diverse Learning
Approaches to Nurture Children’s Individual Talents and Characteristics—Inclusive Education at Meihokan High School]

Meihokan High School opened in Kawasaki Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, as a regional correspondence high school that
actively accepts students who have stopped attending school or have developmental needs. The school established “SNEC (
Special Needs Education Center),” a learning environment specifically tailored to students with
developmental needs. What does diverse
learning that nurtures each
student’s individual talents and characteristics look like?Mr. Kozo Hino, Chairman of the Board and Principal of Meihokan High School, gave a lecture on education that addresses diverse needs and the school’s initiatives
.
https://lot.or.jp/report/11981/

　

[Event on November 29: The Use of Generative AI in Education—A Lawyer’s Perspective]

AI is being adopted into society at an unprecedented pace.
Among these, generative AI—such as image-generation and language-generation AI—has already been put to practical use
in certain fields, and in some cases is already improving operational efficiency.As
generative AI becomes more widespread, Taichi Kakinuma, an attorney and patent attorney at
STORIA Law Firm specializing in data and AI law, delivered a lecture on key considerations and challenges regarding
the use of AI in education.
https://lot.or.jp/report/12031/

　

[December 13 Event: Generative AI in Education and Research
—International and National Trends]

While interest in generative AI is growing and its use and adoption are
advancing across various fields, regulatory approaches
regarding AI—including generative AI—vary from country to country.Mr. Takao Toda of
Deloitte Tohmatsu Financial Advisory LLC
will deliver a presentation on the current state of generative AI regulations and
usage in the fields of education and research, both internationally and within individual countries.
https://lot.or.jp/report/12102/

　

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2. Learning of Tomorrow Channel

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■ Online Symposium Video Now Available!

・The Use
of AI in Educationhttps://youtu.be/d2N7W52ZkFA・Education and AI
in the
Society 5.0 Era https://youtu.be/izlGZJbZ1zs

　

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3. Project Activity Report

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■ Online Symposium Report Now Available!

[Eliminating the Negative Effects of Test Preparation and Further Expanding the Possibilities for Learning
Among Middle and High School Students]

Mr
. Kazuo Kawakami, founder of Dwango Co., Ltd. and a board member of Kadokawa Dwango Academy, discussed ZEN University
—Japan’s first online university, scheduled to open in April 2025. He expressed his desire to transform the landscape of higher
education in Japan through ZEN University.
Part 1:
https://lot.or.jp/project/11922/後半 https://lot.or.jp/project/11923/

　

[Generative AI Can Be Used to Foster Children’s “Critical Thinking Skills”]

Kazunari Matoba, Executive Officer and General Manager of the Elementary School Business Division at the Extracurricular Learning Company
, Benesse Corporation, explained the
company’s AI service “AI Helper for Independent Research,” which was offered for a limited time this summer
(2023). He highlighted its potential as a tool to help children enhance their problem-solving
skills.
Part 1:
https://lot.or.jp/project/11997/後半 https://lot.or.jp/project/11998/

　

[Ways to Utilize Generative AI in English Education in Higher Education]

Toshiyuki Kanemaru, Associate Professor at the Center
for International Academic Language Education, Graduate School of International Higher Education, Kyoto University, explains the benefits
and considerations of using generative AI in English education.
Part 1:
https://lot.or.jp/project/12048/後半 https://lot.or.jp/project/12049/

　

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4. Announcements from Participating Companies and Organizations

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■ [Call for Participants] Seminar Hosted by the Radio Cooperation Association: Information and Communications Lecture (Dec. 20)
“Latest Trends in AI and Data Strategies Contributing to Overcoming Social Challenges and Enhancing
Industrial Competitiveness in Japan, with the Goal of Realizing Society 5.0”

We hope this will deepen your understanding of the challenges and prospects surrounding data strategies aimed at realizing Society 5.0, as well as initiatives for the societal implementation of
data integration platforms, and that you will find this information useful in solving
social issues and creating business opportunities for your company.
https://www.dsk.or.jp/4sonota/04_kouen_entory.htm
(General Incorporated Foundation for the Promotion of Information and Communications)

　

■ [In-Person Event] National GIGA Utilization Promotion Caravan
—A Nationwide Caravan in Kagoshima to Share Best Practices for Promoting Utilization Beyond the Third Year and to Explore the Future of
Teachers' Work Styles @ Kagoshima—

This event will feature case studies from pioneering
local governments in Kagoshima Prefecture and neighboring areas, as well as lectures by experts—
including Professor Hotta of Tohoku University’s Graduate School.
Additionally, presentations and hands-on sessions will be held by elementary and middle
school students from Miyakonojo
City participating in the “Junior ICT Leader Program.” https://events.withgoogle.com/caravan2023/kagoshima/
(Google for Education)

　

■ [Announcement] Security Measures for Schools

　We would like to inform you about the seminar scheduled for November.

・[Made Possible by NEXT GIGA] What Measures Are Necessary to Ensure Safe
Internet Use for Children and Students? [Admission: Free]
https://mktg.daj.jp/public/seminar/view/8314

・Click here for information on other seminars.
https://www.daj.jp/bs/events/

[Digital Arts News
] • <Cyberbullying at an All-Time High!> Countermeasures
with the
“i-FILTER” Parental Control Filter: Blocks Posts That Could Lead to Cyberbullying and Sends Alert Notifications
https://www.daj.jp/bs/lp/mimamori/

・Digital Arts Sponsors the “16th Reiwa 5 Internet Safety and Security Development
Contest”
https://www.daj.jp/webtopics/1052

・"Hidden Dangers in Your Smartphone": Simulated Experience App Now Available
https://www.daj.jp/cs/sp/app/

[Outreach and Awareness Activities] Individual Registration
and Information Literacy Classes <For Students, Parents, and School Staff> *These can also be held
online.
https://www.daj.jp/csr/enlightenment/
(Digital Arts Co., Ltd.)

　

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5. Recommended Related News

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News on "Learning of Tomorrow" from Japan and Around the World
http://lot.or.jp/relation/

　

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6. Media

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■ 137th Online Symposium, Oct
. 13: The All Private Schools Newspaper Invites
Associate Professor Kanemaru from
Kyoto University’s Center for International Academic Language Education to Discuss the Impact of Generative AI on English Education, Among Other Topics
https://lot.or.jp/media/12096/

■ 141st Online Symposium
, November 13: “Three Years Since the Education News
School’s Inauguration: Kusajun Junior High School, a School Promoting Diverse Learning”—Associate Professor Shiose Reports on the Current Situation
https://www.kyobun.co.jp/article/2023111302

　

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Learning of Tomorrow Newsletter Vol. 063
Publisher: Learning of Tomorrow Association (General Incorporated Association) Publication
Date: November 15
, 2023 Publisher: Nanako Ishido
Editor: Yuko Akamatsu

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