Co-creating Diverse Values in the AI Era: Digital Leaders Who Will Shape the Future
The University provides consistent information education (development of information utilization skills) from kindergarten through university. Information utilization skills are the foundation for learning in all academic fields. As part of its integrated education, the University emphasizes three categories: “Data Science,” “Digital Citizenship,” and “Programming,” providing appropriate learning programs at each developmental stage through regular classes and lectures.
We also focus on collaborative programs with external lecturers and organizations to give students access to cutting-edge, up-to-date knowledge. For those seeking to deepen their learning, elective courses and extracurricular programs are available. Our aim is for all children, pupils, and students to acquire the ability to be useful in society and solve various problems using information.
Goals for Participants in the Information Education Program – Integrated Education
Aims of Information Education and Program Characteristics at Each Educational Stage
University
Developing the Ability to Approach Social Issues with Critical Thinking in the AI Era and Co-create Diverse Values with Diverse People
Data Science
- Achievement Targets
Learn information technology with a focus on AI and data science, and be able to apply it to solving social issues. - Programs
Course enrollment:
・Introduction to Data Science
・Introduction to AI
・ICT and Data Science Applications in Society, etc.
Digital Citizenship
- Achievement Targets
Respect ethics, safety, and diversity in the digital environment, and approach social issues with critical thinking. - Programs
Course enrollment:
・ICT and Data Science Applications in Society
・Information Science in Contemporary Society
・Media and Society, etc.
Programming
- Achievement Targets
Understand the mechanisms of information processing in the digital environment and acquire the ability to realize a better society. - Programs
Course enrollment:
・ICT and Data Science Applications in Society
・Fundamentals of Information Processing
・Introduction to AI
・Introduction to Programming, etc.
High School Affiliated with JWU
Acquiring Practical Skills to Solve Social Issues Based on Scientific Thinking in the AI Era
Data Science
- Achievement Targets
Deepen understanding of data science and apply it in various situations. - Programs
Cross-curricular intensive lessons:
・Mathematical Statistics (Mathematics) / Databases (Home Economics)
・Data collection, visualization, analysis, and interpretation (Science, Social Studies), etc.
Special lectures on data utilization
・Participation in competitions and contests
Digital Citizenship
- Achievement Targets
Envision a future as a good citizen in the digital society and contribute to its development. - Programs
Lecture: Image of a Good Citizen in the Digital Society
Discussions in student council activities
・Issues in SNS and AI society, and ways of life
Visits to IT companies (including joint visits with junior high schools)
・Workplace tours, problem-solving workshops on IT utilization
Programming
- Achievement Targets
Apply acquired programming skills to competition challenges and other tasks. - Programs
Information science classes and electives
・Fundamentals of Text Programming (online materials)
・Web page creation (using CSS)
・Experience problem-solving using AI
Introductory programming course in collaboration with the Junior High School and the University
Junior High School Affiliated with JWU
Developing the Literacy and Attitude to Use Digital Technologies Responsibly to Support Society
Data Science
- Achievement Targets
Acquire basic knowledge of data utilization and explore its effective use in learning and research. - Programs
Learning basic theories such as statistics (Mathematics)
Experiments/practicals (Science, Technology & Home Economics), research projects and debates
・Utilization of data in learning (Japanese, Social Studies)
“Annual Research” (3rd-year graduation research)
Digital Citizenship
- Achievement Targets
Continuously improve (update) methods of using information and engaging with the information society. - Programs
Information literacy classes (in collaboration with the library)
・Appropriate collection and use of information needed for learning
Lectures/workshops on net literacy
Classes to understand AI correctly through experiential learning (in collaboration with an NPO)
Programming
- Achievement Targets
Understand the close relationship between daily life and programming technology, and develop ideas to use it for improvement. - Programs
Technology & Home Economics information classes (in collaboration with an NPO)
・Learning about the relationship between programming and daily life
Special lectures
・Using programming for problem-solving and creative activities
Homei Elementary School Affiliated with JWU
Building the Foundations of Digital Literacy and Ethics
Data Science
- Achievement Targets
Acquire basic calculation skills and fundamentals of data analysis. - Programs
Data analysis and graph creation using spreadsheet software (Mathematics)
Digital Citizenship
- Achievement Targets
Understand the necessity of digital citizenship and put it into practice. - Programs
Classes covering the six domains of digital citizenship:
・Media Balance and Well-being
・Digital Footprint and Identity
・Security and Privacy
・Relationships and Communication
・Cyberbullying and Online Troubles
・News and Media Literacy
Programming
- Achievement Targets
Acquire the basics of logical thinking. - Programs
Step-by-step experience of various programming methods:
・Unplugged programming
・Visual programming
・Physical programming
Homei Kindergarten Affiliated with the University
Fostering Curiosity Toward the Digital World
Data Science
- Achievement Targets
Feel the necessity of numbers through play and daily life. - Programs
Develop a sense for recognizing numbers through play
Digital Citizenship
- Achievement Targets
Understand precautions and rules when using digital devices. - Programs
Work with families to consider appropriate ways to use digital devices
Programming
- Achievement Targets
Experience digital technology and develop interest in it. - Programs
Foster the foundation of logical thinking through exposure to programming via educational toys and tablets
