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The “AI × Education Working Group,” in collaboration with Learning of Tomorrow, is finally launching!
We are planning an open roundtable discussion on the 23rd of this month.
We hope you’ll all stay tuned.

In addition to reporting on DiTT’s activities,
we’ll also bring you the latest information on ICT education.

Digital Textbook and Educational Materials Council Secretariat

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・Topics
・Activity Report (Study Sessions)
・Member Information
・Announcements from Member Companies
・Case Studies on Cutting-Edge Educational Technologies
・Media
・Information on Digital Textbooks and Educational Materials
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■As DiTT enters its second year since becoming an incorporated association, this July will finally see
the launch of a new working group in collaboration with Learning of Tomorrow!
From AI—which is already being widely adopted—to blockchain, where we’re exploring new applications, and from cutting-edge technology × education, where we’ll deepen collaboration across various fields and create forums for discussion,
please look forward to DiTT’s future activities.

1st AI × Education Public Roundtable
Date & Time: July 23 (Mon), 10:00–11:30
Venue: Akasaka Shubia Sea Blue
　　　　http://www.subir.co.jp/banquet
Registration: https://bit.ly/2lLzZpp

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≪Study Session≫
We held our 95th study session on Thursday, June 14.

Guest Presentation

■ Mr. Masao Komiya, Executive Officer, Virtual System Development Department, Hoei Co., Ltd.
“Utilizing AR Presentation Systems in the Education Market”

http://ditt.jp/action/study.html

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　　　　Member Information
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Introducing our new members.

<General Member>
・Inventit Co., Ltd.
https://www.yourinventit.com/

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　　Announcements from Member Companies
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■Mitsumura Tosho Publishing Co., Ltd.

On July 14, fifth-grade students from Tokyo Gakugei University Koganei Elementary School will hold a public demonstration class. (Venue: Microsoft Japan Shinagawa Headquarters)
The class will utilize one tablet per student and digital textbooks designed for learners.

Registration site: https://sway.com/0zpzQ9RDEb7PJnN4

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　Examples of Cutting-Edge Technology in Education
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・Sony and Sony Global Education announced that they have developed a system that allows for the centralized management of data from multiple educational institutions, enabling the registration and retrieval of reliable learning data and digital transcripts.
The system reportedly utilizes “technology for the open and secure sharing of learning achievement and activity records” based on blockchain technology.
https://japan.cnet.com/article/35105571/

・Kawai Juku announced a business partnership with COMPASS, the provider of the AI-powered tablet-based educational material “Qubena.”
They plan to jointly develop new educational materials and begin offering new materials for high school mathematics courses Math IA and Math IIB starting in April 2018.

https://resemom.jp/article/2017/09/07/40236.html

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Media Coverage Information
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http://ditt.jp/media/

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　Information on Digital Textbooks and Teaching Materials
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June 4, 2018
“Learning of Tomorrow Association” Envisions “Learning of Tomorrow”—a Learning Environment That Transcends Traditional School Structures
https://resemom.jp/article/2018/06/04/44887.html

June 4, 2018
Shinkenzemi to Implement SELF’s “Communication AI” on an Annual Basis

SELFの「コミュニケーションAI」を進研ゼミが年間導入

June 8, 2018
“Digital Textbook” Guidelines: Review Committee Begins… Draft Expected in Winter 2018
https://resemom.jp/article/2018/06/08/44994.html

June 12, 2018
Ube City Pilots Musio, an AI Robot for English Learning, in Local Elementary Schools

宇部市、市内の小学校に英語学習AIロボットMusioをモデル導入

June 13, 2018
Programming Education to “Master AI as a Tool”—Exploring New Possibilities for Learning
https://edtechzine.jp/article/detail/954

June 23, 2018
Severe “IT Talent Shortage”: A Service Offering Easy AI Experiences Developed by a Former Apple Employee
http://www.itmedia.co.jp/news/articles/1806/23/news006.html

June 25, 2018
The Power of ICT Extends Beyond Schools
http://benesse.jp/kyouiku/201806/20180625-1.html

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　.:*:.:♪*:. DiTT—Now Accepting Members *:.:♪*:.*:.
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The Digital Textbook and Educational Materials Council is currently accepting members.
Executive members and general members can participate in study sessions and
committees organized by DiTT.

In addition, we provide information on digital textbooks and educational materials, and
organize networking events and other opportunities for members to exchange information.
For more details, please visit the page below!
URL: http://ditt.jp/join

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◆◇ DiTT NEWS ◇◆　vol.0104
Publisher: Digital Textbook and Teaching Materials Council (General Incorporated Association)
Publication Date: July 2, 2018
Editor-in-Chief: Nanako Ishido
Editor: Asaka Uchiyama
URL: http://ditt.jp/
e-mail: ditt【at】ditt.jp
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