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　　 ◆◇ Digital Textbook and Educational Materials Council News ◇◆ Vol. 076

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Although the chilly spring weather has lingered, it’s finally starting to feel like spring.
With the cherry blossoms now in full bloom, we’re likely to see more opportunities to get out and about.

We will continue to energize our activities this fiscal year, so
we appreciate your continued support.

In this issue, along with a report on DiTT’s activities,
we 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)
・Member Information
・Media
・Information on Digital Textbooks and Educational Materials
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　　　　 Topics
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A parliamentary league aimed at promoting the use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in education was launched last year, with DiTT serving as its secretariat.
A meeting was held on the 4th of last month, attended by Minister Endo, as well as DiTT Vice Chairman Kageyama, Executive Director Nakamura, and Secretary-General Ishido.
https://www.kyobun.co.jp/news/20160304_02/

The parliamentary league announced that it would draft legislation based on the “Bill to Promote the Digitalization of Education” published by DiTT.

We intend to continue strengthening our activities to ensure that this serves as a catalyst for advancing the necessary legislative framework.

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≪Study Session≫
We held the 68th study session on Thursday, March 17.

Guest Presentation
■ Mr. Kanji Akahori, Chairman of the Japan Association for the Promotion of Educational Informatization and Chairman of ICTconnect21
　“Will Digital Technology Change Education?”
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≪Study Session Overview≫

　To foster the skills required for future societal changes, the presentation focused on the role that schools and ICT environments should play.
Even when compared globally, Japanese schools are recognized for their meticulous approach and high standards of instruction in helping students acquire foundational knowledge. However, there are still challenges regarding advanced education, and going forward,
we believe jobs requiring human critical thinking and judgment will be prioritized, and I’m wondering if digital
technology can help supplement these skills.
Today’s children can access information online on their own.
At Kasuga Gakuen Elementary School, academic papers on neuroscience are used in Japanese language classes. Using tablets,
students engage in discussions based on the data they’ve researched.
The role of teachers is changing, and classes are shifting toward a style where students access digital content and conduct their own research.
…[Read Morehttp://ditt.jp/action/study.html?id=217&page;=1]
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Introducing two new corporate members.

<General Members>

・Gun Kikaku Co., Ltd.
http://www.murekikaku.co.jp/company/index.html

・NHN Techorus Co., Ltd.
https://nhn-techorus.com/company/profile.html

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　　Media Coverage
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■ All Private Schools Newspaper
Announcement of the Bill to Promote the Digitalization of Education
http://ditt.jp/office/20160313_zenshigaku.pdf

http://ditt.jp/media/

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　Information on Digital Textbooks and Educational Materials
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March 1, 2016
Over 60% Willing to Invest in “Active Learning”; Interest Also in School Use of Tablets
http://techtarget.itmedia.co.jp/tt/news/1603/01/news07.html

March 8, 2016
Young Researchers Deliver Impressive Presentations at “Robots and the Future Research Group” Presentation Event

子ども研究員が見事なプレゼン「ロボットと未来研究会」発表会

March 10, 2016
Every Student at a Public High School Must Have an iPad: The Reality of ICT Education on the Ground
http://dot.asahi.com/aera/2016030800202.html

March 15, 2016
In Japan, Only the Education Sector Has Been Left Behind in the Shift to ICT
http://news.biglobe.ne.jp/international/0315/nwk_160315_8805855698.html

March 18, 2016
Digital Textbook Adoption Rate Exceeds 90%; ICT Also Used to Support Students Who Skip School
https://www.kyobun.co.jp/news/20160318_03/

March 22, 2016
Discussions on Introducing Digital Textbooks: Expert Panel Identifies Challenges; Adoption Possible Starting in FY2020
http://mainichi.jp/articles/20160322/ddm/013/100/003000c

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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 are eligible to 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.
Please visit the page below for more details!
URL: http://ditt.jp/join

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◆◇ DiTT NEWS ◇◆　Vol. 0076
Publisher: Digital Textbook and Teaching Materials Council
Publication Date: April 1, 2016
Editor-in-Chief: Nanako Ishido
Editor: Asaka Uchiyama
URL: http://ditt.jp/
e-mail: ditt@ditt.jp
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