Classroom Activities (1) Introduction

Classroom Activities (1) Introduction

What are Classroom Activities (1)Let’s Start a Classroom Discussion (Introductory Phase)

Content of Activities

Video Overview and Key Points

Classroom Activities (1) refer to “Participation in the creation of the classroom and school life”. In
these activities, students will discover various problems in the classroom and school life bythemselves (e.g., those related to human relations and group discipline), propose suggestions, think
about solutions through discussions, and implement them according to their decisions. These
classroom activities also include Kakari activities and other assembly activities, in which students
share roles, make the most of their strengths, and cooperate with friends to make classroom
activities more enjoyable and fulfilling by themselves.

The video shows how to conduct a one-hour discussion in the introductory phase of a Classroom
Discussion. It is important for teachers to take the lead in conducting the discussion with students
in this phase, such as in the first grade. Please watch the video with your students at the beginningof the school year to learn the basic procedures of classroom discussion, how to host and record,
express opinions, and make decisions in the discussion and apply them to your instruction.

When to watch
At the beginning of the school year (before the first classroom discussion)

Significance of Activities

How to use

Classroom Activities (1) are voluntary activities by the students themselves, which are deeply related
to classroom management by teachers and play an important role in facilitating classroom
management. These activities also lead to build an attitude towards discussing various problems thatthey may encounter in society in the future with diverse people and resolving them peacefully.
Furthermore, classroom activities will foster the basic democratic thinking to consider the bestsolution for oneself and everyone else, as well as the self-governing ability to improve one’s life by
oneself.

Qualities and Abilities to be Developed
The qualities and abilities to be developed through these activities are:•••

The ability to recognize problems in one’s
own life
The ability to solve problems with respectfor diverse ideas
The ability to cooperate and practice what
has been decided

Although the video is well-structured for students to learn through watching, please be creative
and use it effectively by, for example, stopping at each point or adding some instruction while
watching.

Video Outline
Topic: Let's Have a "Nice To Meet You" Party
1. Before the discussion••

Introduce the hosts.
Next, check the discussion topic, reasons for the proposal,
and the precondition for the discussion. Then start the discussion.

2. Exchange opinions••

Give reasons for your opinions and present them loudly.
Listen to various opinions that differ from yours.

3. Compare opinions•

Classify and organize the opinions presented to make it easier to compare them.

4. Summarize and decide•

It is essential to make sure that the decision is acceptable to everyone while also making
good use of minority opinions.

5. Review the discussions•

Review the discussion to lead to the next one.

6. Teacher's words•

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Talk about the good points in the discussion and encourage the next activity.

5Classroom Activities (1) For Middle and Upper-grade Students (15 minutes)

Classroom Activities (1) For Middle and Upper-grade Students (10 minutes)

Let's hold a Classroom Discussion

How to Proceed with the Planning Committee

Video Overview and Key Points
In the instruction of student-led classroom discussions, it is important to recognize thelearning process, including proposing suggestions by students, discussing with others toreach a consensus, and putting them into practice. This video focuses on real scenes ofclassroom discussion, helping the viewers learn the procedure by showing actual activities.

Video Overview and Key Points
When having a classroom discussion, it is necessary to have a planning committee that plans,
prepares, and facilitates the discussion on the day. This video introduces how to proceed with aplanning committee, how to choose a suggestion, what to decide before the classroom
discussion, and how to prepare in advance.

When to watch

When to watch

At the beginning of the school year (when conducting orientation on classroom discussion), etc.

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How to use
After forming an image of the classroom discussion by watching the video, please collectsuggestions and hold a classroom discussion. Suggestions should come from the students, butthere may also be the same suggestions as seen in the video.

Video Outline

Before having a planning committee
At the beginning of the school year (when conducting orientation on classroom discussion), etc.

How to use••

The roles and tasks of the planning committee can be identified through classroom discussions.
Watching this video with students on the planning committee before preparing for the classroom
discussion also helps them gain a better perspective in practice.
How to proceed with the discussion on the day is introduced in another video, “For Better Discussion".

Video Outline

Topic: Let’s hold a Year 4 Class 1 Mobilization Assembly
1. What kind of activity is a classroom discussion?
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Ask students what they liked about having a classroom discussion.

2. Proposal for the suggestion•

At the beginning of the school year, a student who struggled tobuild relationships proposes this to the suggestion box.

3. Deciding on the suggestion••

This is the role of the planning committee.
All students in the class decide together what suggestion to discuss.

4. Preparing for the discussion••

1. What is the planning committee?
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The roles and members of the planning committee.
Preparations by the planning committee for the classroom discussion.

2. Let's have a look at the planning committee
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It shows how to select a suggestion for discussion from the suggestion box.
It shows how to make plans for the classroom discussion.
It shows how the planning committee puts the proposals together.
It shows how to confirm “what is decided” in the conversation and think about “what to discuss”.
It shows how to reach a consensus before the classroom discussion to carry out activities
purposefully.

These are the tasks of the planning committee.
Take a record in the classroom discussion notebook and bring your own opinion.

5. Classroom discussion••

This is an example of a one-hour discussion flow.
Discuss “what to do”, “ways to deepen the relationship,”and “necessary roles”.

6. Working on the decisions made•This part shows how to prepare for practices after the classroom discussion and how
everyone should prepare for their roles.

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Classroom Activities (1) For Middle and Upper-grade students

Classroom Activities (1) For Middle and Upper-grade students

For Better Discussion

Let's Get Started with Kakari Activities

Video Overview and Key Points
This video shows how to get a better consensus by utilizing each student’s idea instead of
only discussing and deciding during classroom discussions.
At the beginning of the school year, before or after a classroom discussion, please watch thisvideo with your students and use it as a starting point to consider what the class should pay
attention to.

Before having a planning committee
At the beginning of the school year (when conducting orientation on classroom discussion), etc.

How to use•••

Students’ creative activities are essential to fostering a fun and productive classroom life. This
video explains the significance of classroom activities, how they are implemented, and what
ultimately motivates them.

When to watch•

When to watch••

Video Overview and Key Points•

At the beginning of the semester (e.g., discussion lead-in phase to determine types andassignment of activities)
At the point when students' activities begin

How to use•

The video gives students an image of a better discussion that best utilizes everyone’s ideas.
Next, hold a classroom discussion using the key points learned.
This video is more effective in conjunction with “Let’s Have a Classroom Discussion”.
The students of the planning committee can get an idea of how to proceed with a classroom
discussion by watching this video.

Start a classroom discussion after watching the video to clarify the distinction between the
Kakari activities and Toban tasks. From there, discuss the essential activities and choose thepositions. An efficient way to determine the various tasks is to survey other classes and grades.

Video Outline
1. Difference between Kakari Activities and Toban Tasks

Video Outline••

1. Before starting a classroom discussion•

To have the best possible discussion, find out what preparations are necessary before thediscussion begins.

2. The senario of idea exchange•

The key points for the exchanging of ideas phase.

3. The scenario of comparing ideas••

How to organize and categorize ideas, making them easy to compare.
The key points of comparing ideas through practical discussion.

4. The scenario when students jointly make decisions•

The key points when building consensus in the classroom based on discussion.

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This part highlights the importance of Kakari activities.
Think about the difference between Kakari activities andToban tasks.

2. Determine the tasks••

The key elements for creating tasks for activities are described in this part.
The method for selecting who manages these tasks is also described.

3. Participate in classroom activities session••

This part shows how "class news reporters" plan their activities.
It also shows “Comedy Kakari” and “Story Kakari” running activities.

4. Enrich Kakari Activities••

This part shows the key points for how to review the activities.
It also gives examples of how to activate the activities.

9Classroom Activities (1) For All Students (11 minutes)

Method of Instruction in the Classroom Activities (1)Let's Hold a Classroom AssemblyClassroom Discussion

Video Overview and Key Points

Video Overview and Key Points

The video contains a series of assembly activities in the class, from preparation to reflection. It
also shows how important it is to have a classroom assembly by showing how a student who
was not good at building relationships changed after attending.

Based on the videos for students, “Let’s hold a Classroom Discussion” and “How to Proceed with
the Planning Committee,” these illustrate the significance of classroom discussion, preparation
with the planning committee, and key points of teacher instruction during actual classroom
discussions.
Teachers can study the basic flow of a classroom discussion and the key points of instruction to
help students develop better consensus in classroom discussions. Teachers can also learn how toteach and give advice at the right time during the discussions.

When to watch••

At the beginning of the school year (before the first classroom discussion)
When suggestions for an assembly activity are proposed, or before the preparation, etc.

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How to use•

When to watch

After watching the video and comprehending the point of holding an assembly activity, put it
into practice. The objective of this activity and the value of teamwork should be emphasized
to the class.

At training seminars organized by the board of education, in-school research, grade meetings, etc.
Before the planning committee’s implementation, at the beginning of the year

How to use•

By watching this video at seminars, teachers can learn the points to pay attention to whenholding classroom discussions, what is vital about instructing before and during the classroom
discussions, and the flow of the discussion, and eventually use them in their daily teaching.

Video Outline
Topic: Let's Have a Semester-ending Celebration

Video Outline
1. Significance of the classroom discussion•

1. The flow of organizing an assembly activity in the class•This is the outlook for activities from classroom discussion to assemblies.

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Students share the roles in preparations, using everyone’s strength and collaboration.

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This is an example of a one-hour assembly flow.
Students take the initiative in activities like “Memory Gesture Game” and “Things I’ve
Tried Quiz”.
Do a review at the end of the assembly.

4. The significance and examples of the assembly activity in the class•

Examples of various assembly activities and their objectives.

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It shows how to find and propose suggestions from school life.

3. Preparation by the planning committee•

3. Participation in the assembly activity••

2. Proposing suggestions•

2. Preparation for the assembly activity

It demonstrates qualities and abilities that students should cultivate in Classroom
Activities (1) and the significance of the classroom discussion.

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It explains the planning committee’s role and how to choose a suggestion from a
considerable number.
It shows how to create activity plans such as “reasons for the proposal”, “what to discuss,”
and “what was determined.”

4. How to proceed with the classroom discussion••

This is the basic flow of the discussion, such as “exchanging ideas”, “comparing ideas,” and“summarizing”.
These are the key points for the teacher
giving instructions, along with examples
of how to summarize suggestions.

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Method of Instruction in the Classroom Activities (1)Classroom Activities (2) Introduction

Classroom Discussion

What are Classroom Activities (2)Overview and Key Points
Based on the video materials for students, “Let’s Get Started with Kakari Activities” and “Let’shold a Classroom Assembly”, this video highlights the key points to pay attention to whengiving instructions on classroom task activities and classroom assembly activities.
Since these activities tend to become entirely child-led, making them related to developing
students’ qualities and abilities with suitable instruction methods is vital.

When to watch••

Content of Activities
Classroom Activities (2), which refers to “Adaptation to daily life and learning, personal
growth, health and safety”, include the following four aspects: (a) to acquire basic habits such asorganizing one’s belongings and greeting others, and living modestly; (b) to discover eachother's good points, respect differences, get along with each other, and trust each other; (c) tomaintain and improve one's physical and mental health, protect oneself from incidents, accidents,
and disasters, and act safely; (d) to form desirable eating habits mainly during lunchtime, and to
improve relationships with others through meals.

At the training sessions organized by the board of education, in-school research, grade meetings, etc.
At the beginning of the school year or before the guidance of classroom assembly activities

How to use
Teachers can learn the key points to pay attention to while giving instructions for actual Kakari
activities and other assembly activities and use them in their daily teaching.
* “Instruction in Kakari Activities” and “Instruction in Assembly Activities in class” are separate videos.
•Significance of Activities
In the Classroom Activities (2), the focus is on taking up common problems to all students, such asbroadening their perspectives on the causes and solutions through discussions, making their own
decisions, and persevering with a strong will to carry them out. By practicing these skills andimproving their lives, students will develop a proactive attitude toward better living.

Qualities and Abilities to be Developed

Video Outline

The qualities and abilities to be developed through these activities are:<Instruction in Kakari Activities>
1. Significance of Kakari activities

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Consider the distinctions between Kakari activities and Toban tasks.

2. Task types and assignments•

These are the key points to remember on the task assignments through classroom discussions.

3. Examples of Kakari activities•

Such as “class news reporters”, “class comedians,” and “class book club leaders”.

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The ability to work proactively toward the improvement of one's life issues and to improve
one's daily life.
The ability to become aware of issues in one's life and make decisions on how to solve thembased on diverse opinions.
The attitude to work persistently toward solving one's life issues in cooperation with others
and forming better relationships with others by respecting them, in order to improve one's
own living conditions.

4. Key points for activating Kakari activities•

It demonstrates the perspectives on reviewing and presenting Kakari activities.

<Instruction in Assembly Activities in class>
1. Significance of conducting assembly activities in class•

Follow the transformation of the pupil who is not good at building relationships and consider thesignificance of such activities.

2. Prepare for the classroom assembly with an outlook••

The flow of the assembly activities from discussion to review.
These are key points for students to take initiative in the activities.

3. Participation and review of the classroom assembly••

These are the key points for conducting an adequate review.
These cover the various types of assembly activities and their objectives.

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Classroom Activities (2) a. Video for Lower-grade Classes (7 minutes)

Classroom Activities (2) b. Video for Lower-grade Classes (8 minutes)

Organize the Belongings

Eat Healthy Without Being Picky
Objective

Objective
Review daily routines, think collaboratively about how to organize and decide what to do.

Preparation

Understand the importance of not being picky eaters and decide what to do to avoid leftovers at
school lunches.

Preparation

Prepare “My Goal Cards” for writing down decisions.

Prepare “My Goal Cards” for writing down decisions.
*Conducting a questionnaire survey on students’ likes and dislikes in your class is also advisable.

Learning Process
Learning Process

Student's activities

Key points of video■ Based on the● Understand today’s

Introduction(understanding)photos in thevideo, let students
reflect on their life
thus far andunderstand theirown issues.

process.
● Examine the photos thatshow untidy belongingsand grasp the current
circumstances.
• Consider where the issues are.
(10 minutes)

Consider how to organize the surroundings● Think about what would

bother us if we do not .
organize. (5 minutes)● Think about the reason
why we did not organize.
(10 minutes)

Development(searching
and finding)● Think about what would● Present decisions toeach other. (5 minutes)

students can learn about the importance of
eating everything, as school lunches are
nutritionally balanced.

● Watch the nutritionist’s

interview and understandthat school lunches areprepared with nutritionalbalance (10 minutes).

Introduction • See the questionnaire results(understand- in the video.
ing)● Think about likes and• See the questionnaire results in the video anddiscuss the points.
■ From the graph of thequestionnaire survey,
realize that dislikes offood varies fromperson to person.

dislikes and be able to see
the issue as one's own.
(5 minutes)

life difficulties they've faced and be able topresent them.

Consider how to eat without likes and dislikes
or dislike food and theadvantages of eating
without picking. (10minutes)■ Advise students to think about specificsituations and discuss them, rather thansaying things like “I will clean up properly”,
to help them learn decision-making.

bother us if we do notorganize. (5 minutes)● Think about the reason
why we did not organize.
(10 minutes)

important things to do
and write it on the “My
Goal Cards”. (5 minutes)

Key points of video● Understand today’s process. ■ From the interview with the nutritionist,● Think about why we like● Decide the mostEnding(deciding)■ Encourage students to think about any real-Student's activities

Development(searching • Listen to the nutritionist talkand finding) about the role of food.
● Discuss ways of eating

through talking about decisions to each other.

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the importance of eating everything.

• By categorizing the ideas from the discussion
into points and items, it will be easier to decide
what to work hard on when making decisions.
■ From the graph of thequestionnaire survey,
realize that dislikes offood varies fromperson to person.

without being picky, using
the ideas in the video as areference. (10 minutes)■ Write down decisions on the “My Goal cards”.

■ Increase motivation to work hard together■ The nutritionist's talk helps students realize

Ending(deciding)● Decide the things to do■ Write down decisions on the “My Goal

● Present decisions to■ Increase motivation to work hard together

and write it on the “My
Goal Cards”. (5 minutes)

each other. (5 minutes)

Cards”.

through presenting decisions to each other.

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Classroom Activities (2) c. Video for Middle-grade Classes (7 minutes)

Classroom Activities (2) d. Video for Middle-grade Classes (9 minutes)

Precious Friend

Ways to Protect Ourselves from Infectious Diseases
Objective

Objective
Be aware of small acts of teasing that might lead to bullying, think about how to stop them in class,and decide what to do.

Understand the importance of preventing infectious diseases, think together about ways to protect
ourselves from infectious diseases, and decide what to do.

Preparation

Preparation
Prepare “My Goal Cards” for writing down decisions.
⋇ It is also advisable to conduct a questionnaire survey to find out if students have ever done or been
“ostracized”, “ignored,” or “badmouthed”.

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Prepare “My Goal Cards” for writing down decisions.
Prepare materials that are used in daily health instruction.
Understand today’s process.
Learn about the different types and routes of infectious diseases. (5 minutes)

Learning Process

Learning Process
Student's activities● Understand today’s

Introduction(understanding)

process.
● Compare thequestionnaire results
about whether one has
made fun of others or
been teased.
● Consider why so many
respondents claim tohave been teased. (10minutes)

Key points of video

Student's activities● Understand today’s■ Learn to focus on the similarities between

the class and the video in the survey
findings.

• Be able to recognize that there are more victims.
• Be aware that other mean behaviors, such as'ostracizing’, 'ignoring', and 'badmouthing', aresimilar to teasing.
• Be aware ofunconscious acts thatare mean to others.
• Be aware that different
people feel differently.

Introduction(understanding)experience in the video
and recall your own
experiences. (5 minutes)
Development ● Think about the reasons(searching andwhy people make fun ofothers. (10 minutes)
finding)● Discuss ways to stop
being mean and getalong with friends.
(10 minutes)● Decide the things to do

Ending(deciding)

and write it on the “My
Goal Cards”. (5 minutes)● Present decisions to each■ Be able to realize whether you are being

overly emotional.
■ Be careful not to attack specific individuals.
■ Advise students to also refer to the ideas in
the video.

■ Think about what we know about infectious

diseases and what vaccinations we havereceived to see the issue as our own.

• Know the main routes ofinfection and the causes ofinfection.

Think about ways to protect ourselves from infectious diseases● Think about what we

unintentionally do, evenif we were careful.
(10 minutes)

Think about how to get along with friends● Listen to the student's

process.
● Learn about thedifferent types androutes of infectious
diseases. (5 minutes)

Key points of video

Development(searching
and finding)■ Think about things we cannot do when

preventing infectious diseases.

■ Learn the key points of infection prevention

and deepen understanding from the talk of
the school nurse.

• Listen to the school nurse
talk about infectious diseases.
(5 minutes)● Discuss ways toprotect ourselves from
infectious diseases.
(15 minutes)■ Advise students to refer to the ideas in thevideo.

● Decide the things to do■ Write down decisions on the “My Goal

Cards”.

■ Advise students to make decisions about

concrete actions that will improve
relationships.

other. (5 minutes)

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Ending(deciding)

and write it on the “My
Goal Cards”. (5minutes)● Present decisions to■ Students who can't think of initiatives canchoose from the examples in the video.

■ Increase motivation to work hard together

through presenting decisions to each other.

each other. (5 minutes)

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Classroom Activities (2) e. Video for Higher-grade Classes (8 minutes)

Classroom Activities (2) e. For Teachers and Training Seminars (15 minutes)

How to Use SNS Wisely

Instruction in Classroom Activities (2)Video Overview and Key Points

Objective
Think through discussions about problems and things to be careful of when using SNS and determine
how to use SNS wisely.

Preparation
Prepare “My Goal Cards” for writing down decisions.
*Conducting a questionnaire survey on SNS use in your class is so advisable.

Learning Process
Student's activities● Understand today’s

process.

Introduction(understanding)● Find out about the SNS

survey results. (5 minutes)••

Key points of video• It is recommended to raise awareness of SNS
by conducting a questionnaire on the current
situation of SNS useage and linking it to thesafety class.

At training seminars organized by the board of education, in-school research, grade meetings, etc.
When researching teaching materials before teaching classroom activities(2), mainly by classteachers

How to use•

By watching the video at seminars, teachers can concretely grasp the key points of instruction
when teaching classroom activities(2) and apply them to their daily classes.

situations in the class is advisable so thatthe students can consider it as their matter.

Video Outline

Think about how to use SNS wisely and what to be mindful about

The first half [What are Classroom Activities (2)?]● Think about the causes

 Consider the causes of trouble from the talk••

• Create a board divided into categories such as“how to communicate” and “rules and manners”
to make it easier for decision-making.

The first half [What are Classroom Activities (2)?]in the video and actual stories.

Let’s learn about Classroom Activities
About Classroom Activity (2) and Classroom Activity (3)Subject: Grade 5 (2) e. “How to Use SNS Wisely”

1 Preliminary guidance•● Discuss the reasons why

trouble tends to occur
on SNS. (10 minutes)● Discuss how to avoid
trouble. (10 minutes)

 Students who have never used SNS learn todecide what to be careful of in their daily
lives.

● Decide the things to do

Ending(deciding)

When to watch

 Collecting questionnaires on actualof trouble from thevideo. (10 minutes)

Development(searching
and finding)This video provides an overview of classroom activities and uses the fifth-grade lesson “How to
use SNS wisely” as an example to explain the learning process of classroom activity(2) and points
to pay attention to when guiding the class. In classroom activity(2), appropriate guidance andadvice are given at four stages to enable the students to make better decisions for themselves.

 Through quantifying and increasing
with the best effort andawareness of 5W1H, students learn to set
write it on the “My Goal
specific goals.
Cards”. (5 minutes)
 Increase motivation to work hard together● Present decisions tothrough presenting decisions to each other.
each other. (5 minutes)

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Questionnaire survey and preparation of materials, etc.

2 Instruction during teaching
Grasp: Grasp the problems from the questionnaire.
Explore: Realize the need to solve the problems.
Finding out: Discuss the ways to solve problems.
Decide: Make decisions on specific personal goals that suit you.

3 Post guidance
Teacher: Give students advice and encouragement and keep themmotivated to put it into practice.
Student: Continuously strive to reach personal goals and keep a record.

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Classroom Activities (3) Introduction

Classroom Activities (3) c. Video for Lower-grade Classes (9 minutes)

What are Classroom Activities (3)Toban Tasks

Content of Activities

Objective

Classroom Activities (3), which refer to “Career development and self-actualization of eachindividual”, are about self-actualization by making decisions on specific goals and methods that suitoneself to live better now and in the future. The contents of these activities are to (a) live a better life
with hopes and goals, (b) develop a sense of social participation to assume responsibilities and roles
as a member of a group and society, and (c) realize proactive learning concerning one's careerdevelopment.

By thinking about the significance of Toban tasks, students can take the initiative to do these Toban
tasks as class members.

Preparation
Print out worksheets and let the students fill in the goals they have decided.
*It is also advisable to conduct a questionnaire survey on the Toban tasks.

Significance of Activities

Learning Process

Classroom activities (3) connect the overall educational activities with the perspective of career
education. These activities will enable students to reflect on their past, examine themselves, andmake decisions to strive to become the person they want to be while making the most of theirstrengths and potential. The students’ proactive efforts will enhance their sense of self-efficacy andself-affirmation, such as “I can do it” and “I am glad I did my best”.

Qualities and Abilities to be Developed

Student's activities● Understand today’s process.

Introduction(understanding)● See the questionnaire

results about Toban tasks
and grasp today's issue.
(5 minutes)

Think about how to do the Toban tasks for everyone

The qualities and abilities to be developed through these activities are:•••

The ability to understand the significance of working, learning and what is necessary for selfactualization while making the most of one's strengths, and then act on it.
The ability to think about one's own life and studies, find issues to live better, discuss and makedecisions to solve them, and work proactively by making the most of one's own strengths andcooperating with others.
The attitude to set goals that are appropriate for oneself in order to live better now and in the
future, and to act proactively while utilizing one's strengths and cooperating with others toachieve their goals.

Key points of video• By thinking about the results of the classquestionnaire together, students can grasp theissues as their own.
■ Discuss why there are Toban in the classroom.

● Think about what to pay

attention to when doing
Toban tasks.

Development(searching
and finding)• Understand the significance of
Toban by watching the
explanations in the video.
• Watch the fourth-gradestudents' interview video andthink about how to do Toban.
(20 minutes)■ Review the ways of doing Toban tasks so far.
• Referring to the “Career Passport” or the classroom
journal when reviewing Toban tasks is also
considerable.

● Think about how to do

Toban tasks in the future,using the interview video
as a reference.
(10 minutes)● Decide on “your goals”■ Write down the goals on the “My Goal Card”,• Decide what to keep in mind
when doing Toban tasks in the
future and write it on the “My
Goal Card”. (10 minutes)■ Increase motivation toand present them toeach other.

Ending(deciding)20■ Discuss how to do Toban tasks from now on.

referring to the discussion.

work hard together bysharing decisions.

21Classroom Activities (3) d. Video for Higher-grade Classes (14 minutes)

Classroom Activities (3) For Teachers and Training Seminars (19 minutes)

Improve learning capacity

Instruction in Classroom Activities (3)Objective

Video Overview and Key Points

Active learning can be achieved by thinking about how learning contributes to our present and future
life and what we can do to improve our learning capacity.

Preparation
Prepare “My Goal Cards” for writing down decisions.
*Conducting a questionnaire survey on their learnings in your class is so advisable.

Learning Process
Student's activities● Understand today's

Introduction(understanding)

process.

● See the questionnaire

When to watch••

Key points of video• By thinking about the results of the classquestionnaire together, students can seize theissues as their own.

At seminars organized by the board of education, in-school research, grade meetings, etc.
When researching teaching materials before teaching classroom activities (3), mainly by classteachers

How to use•

By watching the video at seminars, teachers can concretely grasp the key points of instruction
when teaching classroom activities(3) and apply them to their daily classes.

results about learnings
and grasp today's
issue. (5 minutes)

Consider how to improve learning capacity● Think about how■ Learn to think concretely.

• Watch video messages
from adults.

• Helping them recognize that what they learn inprimary school is helpful in adult life.

learning has benefited • Using My Goal cards or career passports are alsous. (10 minutes)
advisable.

improve learning
capacity:

Development(searching and• Learn examples of how tofinding)
speak, present, and takenotes.
• Watch video messages
from seniors and think ingroups about improving
learning capacity.
• Listen to groups'
presentations and organize
perspectives. (20 minutes)• Decide what to remember
when studying and write it
down on the “My Goal
cards”. (10 minutes)

The first half [What are Classroom Activities (3)?]••Let's learn about Classroom Activities
About Classroom Activity (2) and Classroom Activity (3)The second half [Classroom Activity (3) ~ Points of Instruction ~]1 Preliminary guidance•

Questionnaire survey and preparation of materials, etc.

2 Instruction during teaching■ Listen to seniors, anddiscuss ways to improvelearning capacity in groups
and classes.

● Decide on “your goals” ■ Refer to videos that provide insight intoand present them toeach other.

Video Outline

Topic: Grade 4 (3) a. “Towards Grade 5”● Think about how toEnding(deciding)This video provides an overview of classroom activities and uses the fourth-grade lesson “Towards
Grade 5” as an example to explain the learning process of Classroom Activity(3) and points to pay
attention to when guiding the class. In Classroom Activity(3), appropriate guidance and advice are
given at four stages to enable the students to make better decisions for themselves.

improving learning and fill in the “My Goal
cards”.
■ Present decisions to the whole class andincrease motivation to work hard together.

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Grasp: Grasp the topics from the questionnaire.
Explore: Review and understand your strengths and growth using the“Career Passport”.
Finding out: Discuss how to put it into practice.
Decide: Make decisions on specific personal goals that suit you.

3 Post guidance

Teacher: Give students advice and encouragement and keep themmotivated to put it into practice.
Student: Continuously practice to reach personal goals and keep a record.

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