Learning of Tomorrow

2018.11.09
“Learning of Tomorrow Expo” Is Here!

We are hosting the “Learning of Tomorrow Expo.” It has been six months since our founding in May 2018.
Here’s a glimpse into some of our activities. We hope you’ll join us.
https://www.facebook.com/events/263127007738010/
* Please register for each lecture and workshop via the page above.

<Special Lecture>
Special Lecture by Caroline Hu Flexer, Founder of Khan Academy Kids, During Her Visit to Japan

<Events Related to the Working Group on Promoting the Use of Cutting-Edge Technologies in Education>
◼️VR × Education Open Working Group
Speakers will discuss case studies of VR implementation in education both in Japan and abroad, as well as methods for utilizing VR in education (Speakers: Masahiko Inami, Professor, Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology, The University of Tokyo; Tomoyuki Sugiyama, President, Digital Hollywood University; Takushi Narumi, Lecturer, Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, The University of Tokyo;Kota Minamizawa, Associate Professor, Graduate School of Media Design, Keio University; Tomoki Itamiya, Professor, Department of Information Media, Faculty of Engineering, Aichi Institute of Technology, Denpa Gakuen Educational Corporation; Naotaka Fujii Representative Director of Hakosco Co., Ltd. and Representative of the VR Consortium / Hiroki Omae, Director for Japan at Unity Technologies Japan LLC / Nanako Ishido, Chairperson of Learning of Tomorrow)
We are currently promoting the following working groups as well!
On Monday, December 10, we plan to hold a public session of the AI × Education WG.<n>
・AI × Education Working Group<n>
・Blockchain × Education Working Group<n>
・VR × Education Working Group

<Lectures and Seminars on Designing New Learning and Talent Development Environments>
◼️ AI Talent Development Methods from the University of Tokyo’s Matsuo Lab
We are pleased to welcome Kotaro Nakayama, Research Director at the University of Tokyo’s Matsuo Lab, as our guest speaker to discuss practical AI talent development.

◼️ Blockchain Course & Ideathon
We will host a course for corporate professionals and educators interested in the educational applications of blockchain.
Continuing Education Courses Coming Soon!
We plan to launch continuing education courses for executives to acquire knowledge essential for next-generation business management, such as AI, IoT, and big data. Details will be announced at a later date.

<EXHIBITS on Promoting ICT Education>
◼️The 6th Digital Ehon Award
We will announce the world’s best Digital Ehon from among 322 entries submitted from 23 countries around the world.

◼️International Digital Ehon Fair
We will host one of the world’s largest digital book fairs, showcasing a wide variety of “Digital Ehon” collected from around the globe.
Learning of Tomorrow × CSAJ Programming Education Committee is currently in the works!
In collaboration with the Computer Software Association of Japan (CSAJ), we plan to discuss and pilot initiatives to build a platform connecting government agencies, educational institutions, and businesses and organizations nationwide, as well as support mechanisms for educational settings.

<Workshops for Children>
◼️Robots
We will host a workshop where children can become familiar with programming and English through mission challenges using “Ozobot,” a line-tracking robot that can be used both as a computer-free learning tool and as a programming tool that utilizes computers.

◼️Programming
Using the “Programming Zemi” programming environment developed by DeNA, participants will learn the fundamental concepts of programming, as well as the basics of using apps, solving puzzles, and importing characters.

◼️Science
Using the “uHandy Smartphone Microscope,” participants will explore the microscopic world invisible to the naked eye. By turning their own smartphones or tablets into a laboratory, they’ll not only be able to magnify and observe objects but also witness simple chemistry experiments firsthand.