Programming Education [On Sale March 28] The three-volume series *Introduction to Programming with Detective Argo*, under Supervision by [Author’s Name] With supervision from me, the three-volume introductory programming series for elementary school students, *Detective Argo's Introduction to Programming*, will go on sale on March 28, 2021.
These three books were created in collaboration with Mr. Akinobu Ando, Mr. Nobuaki Sawa, and Mr. Shigeichi Watanabe, who were members of the team that developed the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s “Guidelines for Programming Education in Elementary Schools.”
That said, I was only involved in the initial planning, selecting the contributors, and providing Supervision for the project (though I think I did a great job with the casting!). When it came time to flesh out the details, the creativity of the three authors really took off, and I was completely blown away watching the story take shape right before my eyes (*^^*)Add to that the geeky commentary from Satoshi Endo of ASCII, and the result was a really great book.
If you'd like, please feel free to pick one up!
Press Release
http://canvas.ws/pdf/press/canvas_press_210322.pdf
1. The Mystery of Regular Polygons: Programming in Math
2. The Secrets of Automatic Machines: Programming in Science Class
3. Creative Exploration: Programming in Japanese Language Arts, Social Studies, Art, Music, and Home Economics
In Volumes 1 and 2, students learn about regular polygons in math, the use of electricity in science, and programming for automated machines,
Volume 3 focuses on the theme of creative writing and explains how to incorporate programming into Japanese language arts, social studies, art and crafts, music, and home economics classes.
The story features a cute detective and his assistant who take on cases and creative projects through programming, and
Elementary school students can work on programming on their own while having fun.
It also includes a glossary and interviews with practicing engineers. This book is ideal for both classroom instruction and self-study.
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.”
