CREATIVE KIDS TOP CANVAS Mirai Rikejo Report

CANVAS

2017.02.12
Mirai Rikejo Report

From a CANVAS Facebook post

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"Mirai Rikejo" (2/12) Report

Today, “Mirai Rikujo” (@Kodansha), an event centered on the theme of “Manufacturing in the Near Future,” was held. The event
brought together about 100 middle and high school girls interested in science.

CANVAS led the workshop
“Making Glowing Surprise Cards” during the second part of the event. The tool
used was AgIC, a pen that can draw electronic circuits.

Rather than just drawing a circuit, making an LED light up, and calling it a day… we structured the activity so that participants could experience the joy
of making things on a deeper level.

For example:
• Iterative trial and error… When things don’t go as planned, I “think on my feet” while creating to figure out how to make it work. • Designing
communication… I imagine how the recipient will feel when they receive the card, and design something tangible that touches people’s hearts. • Presenting work
within the group… I articulate my own work to an outside audience, and by observing what others have created, we discover each other’s strengths and share them.

Even though
they were all using the same tool, each student created a truly unique piece of work!!
It seems that using AgIC—a tool with a slightly futuristic feel—made
electronic circuits feel more accessible.
Moreover, having
a tool that allows them to draw circuits broadened their range of expression, and they were able to experience
firsthand how
technology not only makes our lives more convenient but also makes
everyday life more enjoyable.

I'm even more excited to see what the future holds for Mirai Rikejo!


　

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  • Digital Picture Book Author

    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.”