Learning of Tomorrow [Report] Part 2 of the 85th Session: “Fostering Talent to Shape the 22nd Century, When the Definition of Happiness Will Change” On April 13, 2022, the Learning of Tomorrow Association hosted an online symposium titled “The Role of Education in an Era of Uncertainty,” featuring Hiroshi Suzuki, a professor at the University of Tokyo and Keio University.
In the first half, Mr. Suzuki discussed the qualities needed in individuals and the ideal approach to education in an era of uncertainty. The second half featured a question-and-answer session with the participants. Here is a recap of that second half.
Second Half: https://lot.or.jp/project/8890/
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.”
