Discusses technology and technical education in Japan, and stresses the commitment to education by all levels of government. (JOW)

Investigated children's perceptions of bullying and coping with bullying in Japan and England. Surveys of secondary school students indicated that respondents had definite ideas about the best coping strategies for different types of bullying. They considered problem-focused coping skills more useful than emotional-focused skills. Most victims and…

Describes "lesson study," a Japanese professional development process for teachers that focuses on a systematic examination of their teaching practices. Includes a brief overview of the lesson-study process, advice for setting up lesson study, and strategies for working on study lessons. (PKP)

Describes an assignment for an art class in which students read a traditional Japanese folk story and then make a carved clay plate which tells the story visually. (SR)

Examines claims that globalization will lead to increasing convergence in education and training systems through an analysis of key reform areas in various European and East Asian states. Highlights common contextual factors shaping policy-making. Although policy rhetoric and objectives are convergent, structures and processes are not. (60…

Provides an overview of the national education system today and presents some background to the latest round of reforms in Japan. Highlights new emphasis being placed on diversity and individuality in schools and on the promotion of lifelong learning. (ASK)

Discusses reflections on a videotaped geometry lesson from a Japanese classroom. Contrasts the lesson with the work of a group of teachers on a B.Ed. program who were given the same problem-solving task as the Japanese pupils. (MM)

Uses data from the Third International Mathematics and Science Study to determine trends in calculator use among 13-year-olds in Japan, the United States, and Portugal. Indicates relatively high levels of calculator use for U.S. and Portugal, and no calculator use for Japan. Reports a statistically significant negative relationship between…

Civic service, which refers to activities that seek to improve the local, national or international community either through community service or service learning, is widespread in secondary schools around the world. Despite this pervasive presence, there are few studies that approach the subject from a cross-comparison perspective. This article…

A collection of sources of information about Japan and resource materials available for teaching about Japan are included in this document. Part one, "Who and Where" lists names and addresses from a variety of sources including the Embassy and Consulates General of Japan, the Japan Foundation, Japan Trade Centers (Japan External Trade…

The paper reviews the historical and social background of prejudice and discrimination toward the handicapped in Japan and considers its effect on special education programing. The history of welfare work for the physically handicapped is traced from the Primitive Age to the present. The origins of prejudice and discrimination are discussed;…

Audiovisual methods have become accepted as effective educational activities to improve teachers' instruction and pupils' learning. This pamphlet is designed to introduce some examples of teaching-learning cases using various modern teaching aids and equipment in elementary, lower secondary and higher secondary, and adult education activities in…

Recounts experiences in the Japanese Education and Society program, sponsored by the Council on International Educational Exchange and the National Association of Secondary School Principals. (Author/MLF)

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Introduces American students to the Japanese language through everyday expressions and through basic vocabulary on topics including days of the week, dates, and time. A few basic grammar and pronunciation rules are also presented. (DB)