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Unseasonably cold weather and a typhoon.
It’s a shame we haven’t really felt much of autumn this year.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the many people who have registered for the symposium to be held on the 9th.
We look forward to seeing you all there.
In this issue, along with a report on DiTT’s activities,
we’ll bring you the latest information on digital textbooks and educational materials.
Digital Textbooks and Educational Materials Council Secretariat
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・Topics
・Activity Report (Study Sessions)
・New Member Companies
・Announcements from Member Companies
・Local Government Initiatives
・Media
・Information on Digital Textbooks and Educational Materials
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Topics
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The “Next-Generation Early Childhood Education Research Project” Kickoff Event will be held.
https://www.e4t.jp/
This event is open to everyone involved in the future of early childhood education, including kindergarten and school teachers, education professionals, and parents.
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Symposium on Shaping the Future of Learning <Session 1>
“The First Step in Programming Education: Creating Fun Learning Experiences for Preschoolers”
Date and Time: Tuesday, November 7, 2017, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Hands-on session also available from 5:00 PM)
Venue: Fukutake Learning Theater, B2F, Fukutake Hall, The University of Tokyo
(7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo)
Admission: Free
Organizer: Next-Generation Early Childhood Education Research Project
Co-organizer: NPO CANVAS
Supported by: DiTT, British Chamber of Commerce in Japan
Registration: https://www.secure-cloud.jp/sf/1506416156vnSgrJfy
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Activity Report
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≪Study Session≫
We held our 87th study session on Thursday, October 19.
Guest Presentations
■ Mr. Koji Ono, Ethics Teacher, Seisen Jogakuin Junior and Senior High School
“About the High School AI Ethics Conference: Developing an AI Ethics Charter with High School Students”
■ Mr. Masaaki Taketani, Minna no Code (General Incorporated Association)
“Toward the Mandatory Implementation of Programming Education in 2020”
http://ditt.jp/action/study.html
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New Member Companies
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Introducing two new member organizations.
<General Members>
・Surugadai Gakuen Educational Corporation
http://www.sundai.ac.jp/
・Sekai Shisōsha Kyōgaku-sha Co., Ltd.
http://ss-kg.jp//
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Announcements from Member Companies
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■ DeNA Co., Ltd.
**Programming Learning App for Elementary School Students**
“Programming Zemi” Now Available for Free**
Developed based on pilot studies at public elementary schools, this app uses visual programming to allow users to move characters.
Users can learn programming while having fun according to their skill level—whether by solving puzzles, rearranging pre-made code, or creating original animations using their own drawings.
We have also published a sample curriculum, so please feel free to use it in your classes.
Related URL
Programming Zemi: https://programmingzemi.com/index.html
Press Release: http://dena.com/jp/press/2017/10/19/1/
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Local Government Initiatives
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■ Initiatives in the Shikoku Region
Kagawa Prefecture
Mannou Town: Plans to provide 35 devices to one junior high school.
Kochi Prefecture
Otoyo Town: In fiscal year 2014, provided tablet PCs equivalent to approximately one class’s worth to one elementary school and one junior high school.
The wireless LAN infrastructure has already been installed at the junior high school and will be installed at the elementary school during fiscal year 2014.
Nankoku City: Installed 106 Windows tablet PCs in fiscal year 2010 through the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ ICT Kizuna Project.
Approximately 290 tablet devices were provided to 9 elementary schools in fiscal years 2012–2013. In fiscal year 2014,
the program was expanded to all 13 elementary schools, totaling approximately 400 devices. In fiscal years 2015–2016, the town plans to provide a number of tablet devices equal to the number of computers in the computer labs
(approximately 40 units).
Shimanto Town: In fiscal year 2010, as part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ ICT Kizuna Project, one elementary school’s selected grades were equipped with one tablet PC per student and teacher, as well as electronic whiteboards and a wireless LAN environment.
Ehime Prefecture
Kihoku Town: One tablet device has been provided to each elementary school and is currently in use.
Saijo City: Approximately 50 tablet devices (2–3 per school) have been introduced in special education classes at about 20 schools.
Matsuyama City: In FY2010, as part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ ICT Kizuna Project, one tablet PC per student and teacher, along with electronic whiteboards and a wireless LAN environment, were installed in select grades at one elementary school. Starting in FY2013, in conjunction with the renewal of educational PCs as their lease terms expire,
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Tokushima Prefecture
Miyoshi City: In fiscal year 2010, as part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications’ “ICT Kizuna Project,” one tablet PC, an electronic whiteboard, and a wireless LAN environment were provided to every student and teacher in select grades at two elementary schools.
tablet PCs, along with interactive whiteboards and a wireless LAN environment, for selected grades at two elementary schools.
At Ikeda Hōgakkō and other schools, tablet devices were provided to every student in fourth grade and above.
Higashi-Miyoshi Town: In fiscal year 2010, Ashidai Elementary School became a pilot school for the Future School Promotion Project, and
were each provided with a tablet PC, along with electronic whiteboards and a wireless LAN environment. In 2015, it was designated as a Microsoft
Showcase School. In fiscal year 2013, Mikamo Junior High School introduced Surface RT devices using research grants.
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Media Coverage
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■ Domestic and International Education
Discussion on Copyright Issues Regarding Digital Textbooks
http://ditt.jp/office/20171023105808_Naigaikyouiku.pdf
■Japan Education News Agency
“Terakoya” School Uses Digital Teaching Materials
http://ditt.jp/office/20171023_news.pdf
■ Nippon TV NEWS24
Creativity That Brings Imagination to Life: Nurtured Through Digital Technology 1–5
http://www.news24.jp/articles/2017/10/25/06376195.html
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Information on Digital Textbooks and Educational Materials
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October 3, 2017
CRET Establishes “Japan Society for STEM Education”; Will Also Research Programming Education
https://resemom.jp/article/2017/10/03/40663.html
October 4, 2017
Five Leading Schools and Three Leading Regions Selected for the 2017 “School IT Implementation” Program
https://resemom.jp/article/2017/10/04/40674.html
October 6, 2017
Disparities in School ICT Adoption Across Prefectures… Microsoft Survey
https://resemom.jp/article/2017/10/06/40715.html
October 15, 2017
JSTEM Established: Reexamining the Role of Schools and Programming Today
https://resemom.jp/article/2017/10/15/40837.html
October 15, 2017
Apple’s Wozniak Launches IT Education Service “Woz U”
http://www.itmedia.co.jp/news/articles/1710/15/news013.html
October 23, 2017
Handbook Explaining Key Points of the Transition Measures and New Curriculum Guidelines
October 25, 2017
“Stop Plagiarism in Schools”: Education Copyright Certification to Launch in 2018
http://univ-journal.jp/16462/
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.:*:.:♪*:. DiTT Now Accepting Members *:.:♪*:.*:.
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The Digital Textbook and Educational Materials Council is currently recruiting members.
Executive members and general members are eligible to participate in study sessions and
committee meetings 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.
Please visit the page below for more details!
URL: http://ditt.jp/join
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◆◇ DiTT NEWS ◇◆ vol. 0096
Publisher: Digital Textbook and Educational Materials Council (General Incorporated Association)
Publication Date: November 1, 2017
Editor-in-Chief: Nanako Ishido
Editor: Asaka Uchiyama
URL: http://ditt.jp/
e-mail: ditt【at】ditt.jp
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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.”
