Learning of Tomorrow [Report] Part 1 of the 114th Session: “How Imperfect Robots Create Relationships of Mutual Support” On February 15, 2023, Learning of Tomorrow hosted an online symposium titled “The Concept of ‘Weak Robots’ and Its Potential Applications in the Field of Learning Support,” featuring Dr. Michio Okada, a professor in the Department of Information and Intelligent Engineering at Toyohashi University of Technology.
In the first half of the symposium, Mr. Okada discussed the concept of “weak robots”—a topic he is currently researching—as well as the various types of robots he has developed. He also outlined their potential applications in the field of education, drawing on the learning support initiatives he is leading as part of the “Aichi Center of Excellence” priority research project. The second half consisted of a question-and-answer session with the audience.
Here's a look at the first half of the event.
First Half: https://lot.or.jp/project/10701/
Professor, Keio University; Ph.D. (Policy and Media)
Director, B Lab
Chairperson, Learning of Tomorrow (General Incorporated Association)
Chairperson, CANVAS
After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”
