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Learning of Tomorrow

2020.07.30
Launch of the “Learning of Tomorrow 5G” Working Group

The “Learning of Tomorrow 5G” Working Group has been launched. Members include the University of Tokyo, NTT, KDDI, SoftBank, Qualcomm, the Mainichi Shimbun, iU, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. This working group aims not only to explore the intersection of education and 5G but also to pursue development and implementation.The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications has presented three concepts—"personalized education," "specialized education," and "health management"—as initiatives that leverage the characteristics of 5G. The ministry plans to explore classes and other educational settings where 5G is best suited through pilot projects utilizing local 5G networks. Professor Nakao of the University of Tokyo proposed "Learning of Tomorrow," which uses 5G to convey a sense of "presence."

For example, “Holoprtation,” which allows users in different locations to communicate as if they were physically in the same space; and research-based educational initiatives that promote regional revitalization and the resolution of local issues by combining environmental sensing with high-definition remote video monitoring, among other things.KDDI presented ways to deliver new experiences through the combination of 5G and xR, while NTT discussed methods for utilizing 5G in comprehensive education that includes learning through group activities beyond mere knowledge acquisition.

Moving forward, we plan to explore ways to improve home internet infrastructure, develop teaching materials and educational environments that leverage the characteristics of ultra-high-speed, ultra-low-latency, and ultra-high-capacity connectivity, conduct pilot tests connecting multiple schools, and, based on these efforts, identify and address key challenges.


　

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    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.”