Programming Education [Report] Classroom Observation at Miyagi University of Education Junior High School Reprinted from the PEG page of the programming education project promoted by CANVAS.
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The other day, I went to observe classes at Miyagi University of Education Junior High School.
This school is implementing a variety of practical initiatives as part of its “Technology and Information” curriculum, which features programming as one of its core pillars.
https://fu-cyuu.miyakyo-u.ac.jp/
We are currently working on creating apps using MIT App Inventor. Our
ultimate goal is to complete an app that we can actually use on our field trip, and right now we’re in the process of learning various features one by one through hands-on programming, such as timers and voice input.
Going forward, they will brainstorm ideas for how to use the app’s features in various situations—such as while riding trains or buses—and then create original apps in small groups.
The class was conducted in pairs, with one student actually doing the programming while the other provided explanations and support. We saw many
pairs actively discussing the material as they worked together.
To all the students who used Scratch last year:
Teachers and instructors have created learning materials to support independent learning, such as a compatibility chart for AppInventor and Scratch scripts.
On Friday, November 6, we’ll be holding an open class where you can actually see what these lessons are like!
If you’re interested or have time, please stop by.
https://fu-cyuu.miyakyo-u.ac.jp/
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.”
