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教育におけるemotional intelligenceの重要性について: <h2>Should schools focus more on developing emotional intelligence rather than academic skills? </h2> I agree that schools should focus more on developing emotional intelligence rather than academic skills. Advanced high schools that tend to prepare students for college entrance exams mainly focus on developing their academic skills. I feel advanced high schools somewhat overlook the importance of emotional intelligence over academic skills. What happens to some of the students in advanced schools is that when they fail to catch up with the pace of learning, they eventually drop out of school. In fact, advanced schools haven’t offered students the opportunities to learn emotional intelligence because students who fail to graduate are often a rare occurrence. It could help them continue to learn and ultimately graduate if they understood the importance of endurance, patience, and self-management, especially when motivated to face academic challenges. In deed, people can surmount challenges when they are driven by firm motivation and commitment based on unwavering purposes. Those who aren’t sure about their goals should be encouraged to recognize and understand their own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, values, and motivations. Understanding who they are and what they want to be or do is a key approach to setting goals for their lives. Once students know their goals, they will be able to address their own problems. In conclusion, schools should help students develop emotional intelligence which is prerequisite to improving academic performance. In this way, students can proactively engage in learning and enhance their academic performance as well. In addition, this approach not only supports academic success but also prepares students for long-term personal and professional fulfillment.<div></div><div> </div><div>※エモーショナルインテリジェンスとは、自分自身や他人の感情を認識、理解、管理する能力のことです。 </div>

音読を是非行ってください！: <h2>音読をしてください！</h2> 英語を教えていて気づくことに、ほとんどの生徒は黙って文章を読んでしまっているということです。これは、非常に非効率な学習と言わざるを得ません。音読ができないのは、正しい発音とアクセントが身についていないからできないのだと思います。これは、これでしっかり学ぶ必要がありますが、今回は文節に区切って読む方法をお伝えします。 先ず、効果的な音読ができるようになると自然に文節で区切って読むようになり、いちいち頭の中で和訳せずに理解できるようになります。さらに長文読解のスピードの向上やスピーキングの上達に役立ちます。できるようになるためには、基本的な文法の理解と発音方法は覚えなければなりませんが、とりあえず節で区切って読む一例を紹介します。 The Olympic Games/ that lasted/ for about three weeks/ have just ended/ today./ 英語をそのまま読む時に以下の語順で理解できるはずです。 オリンピック/ 続いた/約3週間 / ちょうど終わったところだ/今日。 訳）約3週間続いたオリンピックが今日ちょうど終わったところだ。 もう一ついきます。今回は少し長めに区切ります。 I found that / a beautiful girl who I happened to meet in the library / two days ago / was a new transfer student to my school. 私は〜がわかった/図書館で偶然会った美しい少女が/2日前に/私の学校の新しい転校生だと。 訳）私は2日前に図書館で偶然出会った美しい少女が私の学校の新しい転校生だということがわかった。 that節の中の主語を構成している主節が目的格関係代名詞whoを用いて長々とあったりしますが、文章の中の動詞は一つでこの場合はwasです。それが分かればその前までは主語だとわかるはずです。文章の頭に名詞+関係代名詞があれば主節だと考えてほぼ間違いありません。そして動詞の後には述部が展開されています。目的語や場所、時間など具体的に判明してきます。英語の文章は、大事なことから詳細が次々に明らかなってくるように構成されています。誰が、何をして、誰と、どこで、と言った風に構成されます。I did homework / with my friends / at my house. 私は宿題をした、友達と、私の家で。どうでしょうか？音読をすることで区切りをつけながら読めましたか？文の構成を理解していればどこで区切れば良いかわかりますよね？これができれば和訳しないで英語のまま理解できるようになります。 <div> </div><div>英語を勉強するときは音読を意識して行うようにしてくださいね！</div>

２０２４パリオリンピックで大いに論争になっている話題: 現在パリオリンピック真っ只中ですが、女子ボクシングの競技で男性の染色体XYを持つ台湾とアルジェリアの選手が女子ボクサーとしてリングに上がりメダルを獲得している話題について書いてみました。世界的に論争になっている話題ですが、みなさんは自分の意見で英語で話したり書いたりできますか？社会的な関心ごとを英語で考えて話す、書くことは良い練習になりますよ。 Is it okay for transgender women to compete in women’s sports? Too much emphasis on inclusion and equality for transgenders is disrupting not only our society but also the world of sports. As the Olympic Games continue, a controversial commotion is occurring worldwide over the women’s boxing competition. Two transgender women are participating: one from Taiwan and the other from Algeria. Both are still in the tournament, and as they continue to win their matches, the controversy seems to be growing even more significant. Reportedly, they both participated in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, however they didn’t win the medals. This time though, an Algerian transgender woman beat up an opponent so badly that the opponent stopped fighting in less than a minute. I don’t know the reason for her quitting the fight. I guess the Algerian boxer was too strong, or maybe she wanted to express her protest competing against a transgender woman who has a male body. I truly understand that view. Whether transgender women are strong or not, they shouldn’t be treated equally as genetically proven women. In most cases, they have advantage over biological women because they tend to be more muscular and bigger in size due to skeletal differences between men and women. IOC president Thomas Bach said “We have two boxers who are born as women, who have been raised as women, who have a passport as a woman and have competed for many years as women,” This is such an extreme perspective. First of all, they are not born as women. I don’t know how they have been raised. But the first statement is enough to say that he is so much willing to take side with transgender equality. I’ve always been skeptical about the transgender movement, marching for the rights of marriage equality and the same legal status as ordinary married couples of men and women. Now that they even want to compete in women’s sports, and IOC accept their wishes. Woe to IOC that allows participation of transgender athletes. What if transgender women break world records in track and field? Does IOC approve such results as official? Each sports association establishes the approval process for transgender athletes’ participation in international competitions. They monitor testosterone levels, a type of male hormone that affects muscle tissue growth and can improve overall competitiveness. Regardless of testosterone levels, there is a fundamental problem with men participating in the women’s sports. I am not against transgender athletes participating in sports as long as they are competing against other transgender athletes. I don’t know how many transgender athletes are out there. But they should understand the differences between biological women and transgender women and recognize that they are not entitled to participate in women’s sports. Therefore, if they want to compete, they should compete with others of the same gender. It’s as simple as that!

エッセイをAI添削してみた！: <div>以下は、「技術の発展が加速化しており、もうすぐ近未来の技術が身近なものになりそうだ。その一方で膨大なエネルギー消費に対する課題も出てきている。」という内容のエッセイになります。最初のエッセイは私が自分で書いたもので、以下にAIを使ってCFERスタンダードでC1レベルに該当する形で書き直してもらっています。内容を見比べて、表現を盗み、自分のものにしてしまいましょう。英語のレベルは英検１級相当になるかと思います。英文の添削がAIを使えば無料で簡単にできることをお見せいたします。</div><div> </div>Human beings have revolutionized their way of life through inventing new technologies. The first invention was probably the use of fire in the Stone Age. Now, we have electricity to light up our homes by just turning on a switch. People rode horses as transportation, but now we have cars and trains to go around. No one in the past would have imagined that they could fly in the air and travel all around the world, but we have passenger planes flying globally. Technology is even more progressing in the area such as artificial intelligence, space exploration, robotics, and drone vehicles. These technologies are not merely the figments of imagination or well-described science fiction stories; many of them have already been incorporated in our lives and are in the process of becoming more advanced and accessible. Imagine boarding a rocket at an artificial island port in a major city and reaching the other side of the planet within an hour. Isn’t this extraordinary? Can you also imagine humanoid robots working in factories, assembling various parts to make complex products such as cars? Well, the latter might take place in a few years in TESLA’s assembly lines according to what Elon Musk says. Future vehicles might be fully automated and driverless, taking us to designated locations without needing to hold a steering wheel. The integration of these technologies will drastically revolutionize our lives once again just as former technologies have done before. However, utilizing these technologies will demand significant energy. For example, a single AI search consumes electricity equivalent to forty ordinary search queries. Rocket traveling is impressive, but how much energy and cost will it require? AI-driven electric vehicles and robots could also consume large amount of electricity. Therefore, we are going to need sustainable, reliable, and inexpensive energy sources to make these new technologies affordable. As we get excited about the future, we will also face challenges to overcome. Nonetheless, I am certain that we will be living in a more convenient world in the near future. ———————————— Certainly! Here’s the text revised to better align with a C1 level: --- Human beings have fundamentally transformed their way of life through the invention of new technologies. One of the earliest and most significant innovations was the mastery of fire during the Stone Age. Today, we enjoy the convenience of electricity, which allows us to light up our homes with the mere flick of a switch. While people in the past relied on horses for transportation, modern society boasts cars and trains. It would have been unimaginable to our ancestors that humans could someday fly and traverse the globe, yet passenger planes now make worldwide travel a routine reality. Technological advancement is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, particularly in areas such as artificial intelligence, space exploration, robotics, and drone technology. These advancements are not just the stuff of science fiction; many have already been integrated into our daily lives and continue to evolve, becoming increasingly sophisticated and accessible. Imagine boarding a rocket at an artificial island port in a major city and reaching the opposite side of the planet within an hour. This may sound extraordinary, but it is within the realm of possibility. Similarly, consider the prospect of humanoid robots working in factories, assembling intricate products such as cars. According to Elon Musk, this scenario could soon become a reality on Tesla’s assembly lines. Future vehicles might be entirely automated and driverless, navigating us to our destinations without any need for human intervention. The integration of these technologies is poised to revolutionize our lives once again, mirroring the transformative impact of past innovations. However, the widespread use of such advanced technologies will demand substantial energy resources. For instance, a single AI search query consumes electricity equivalent to forty ordinary web searches. While rocket travel is impressive, it raises questions about the energy and costs involved. Similarly, AI-driven electric vehicles and robots could require vast amounts of electricity. Consequently, the development of sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective energy sources is crucial to making these technologies viable and affordable. As we look forward to a future brimming with technological marvels, we must also prepare to tackle the accompanying challenges. Nonetheless, I am confident that we will soon inhabit a more convenient and advanced world. --- This version uses more complex sentence structures, precise vocabulary, and cohesive devices to align with the C1 level of the CEFR.

スピーキングの練習方法　５選: スピーキングの練習方法について詳しく紹介します。 1つ目は、小さな子どもと話しをするです。アメリカにいた時は小さな子どもと間違いを恐れずに話すことができました。なので、これは有効な方法だと思います。しかし、大概みなさん日本にいてネイティブの子どもとなんか話す機会は無いと思います。その場合は、頭の中に別人格を作り、子どもがママごとをするように会話をすると良いです。 2つ目は、1人でつぶやき続ける。生活のあらゆる場面を描写してみてください。以下のような感じでやります。 I slept late last night, watching the Olympic Games. So I woke up late in the morning at 10 o’clock. It is already hot. I am going to close the curtains to shut the bright sunlights off so that I can sleep again. みたいな感じで、独り言ですね。 3つ目は、phonics 発音法を学ぶことです。アメリカの子どもたちも小学低学年の頃は英語の音を一つ一つどうやって発音するか練習します。ノンネイティブの人が大人になってから英会話頑張りたい場合は、絶対にした方が良いです。 4つ目は、シャドーイングです。シャドーイングは文字起こしを見ないで聴こえた内容を直ぐに真似をする事です。意味がわからない単語もあると思いますが、あとでまた調べるなどしてください。シャドーイングをする事で、ネイティブのリンキング、ドロップ、アクセント、リズムを身につけることができます。 5つ目は、ネイティブの恋人や友人を作り話すことですが留学などしない限りそのような機会には恵まれないのでもし国内でそのような機会がある方は是非たくさん話しをしてください。I think that’s the fastest way to improve your speaking skills.<div></div><div> </div>

エッセイ書いてAIに添削させてみた: **Original:** Now that Japanese fertility rate is at its lowest level, population is rapidly declining, leading to economic downsize. As the economic power falls, Japan’s international presence won’t be as prominent as before. However, Japanese should continue to take an active role in world affairs for the benefit of the country. To do so, Japanese government should strengthen English education as a national policy to ensure that students can acquire practical language skills so that they can be influential in the international community In the future. In my arrogant opinion, Japanese people are unlike other Asian countries such as China and Korea, highly respected in the global community. It is because most Japanese people are polite, hospitable, and respectful to others as well as places they visit. For example, Japanese athletes never protest unfair judgments from referees in the international competitions, instead they refrain themselves from getting upset, sustain polite mannerisms, and never forget to respect opponents. On the other hand, when Chinese and Korean athletes cannot accept judgement, they protest so badly that they cry, yell and leave without shaking hands with opponents in a show of respect. Moreover, in restaurants, many foreigners are deeply impressed by waiters’ hospitality. They say how polite and kind they are. It is also famous that Japanese fans willingly clean up their surroundings in a soccer stadium after a match. Japanese people are modest (not showy) in personality, yet their craftsmanships are very much professional and high in quality. Japan’s exported goods are highly appreciated. This humble and dedicated nature is a kind of virtue that they have long inherited from their ancestors over generations. However, when looking at the world, this humble and modest characteristics of Japanese personality might give somewhat negative impressions on some foreigners. In the ever-competitive global realm, it is better to make one’s opinions known and approach people with own views. We need to understand that modesty is no longer a virtue outside of Japan. Instead, it could become an obstacle for us to achieve something great in overseas. In essence, acquiring language skills is a key to improving our communication skills. Successful communication skills will enable us to better persuade and negotiate with others. It will even let us engage in leadership roles in international organizations. Developing global human resource is going to be decisive factors to enhance global competitiveness. Therefore, Japanese government must address the challenges to foster students who could be influential in the world by providing practical English education. --- **Revised:** Now that the Japanese fertility rate is at its lowest level, the population is rapidly declining, leading to economic downsizing. As economic power falls, Japan’s international presence won’t be as prominent as before. However, Japanese people should continue to take an active role in world affairs for the benefit of the country. To do so, the Japanese government should strengthen English education as a national policy to ensure that students can acquire practical language skills so they can be influential in the international community in the future. In my opinion, Japanese people are, unlike those from other Asian countries such as China and Korea, highly respected in the global community. This is because most Japanese people are polite, hospitable, and respectful to others as well as to the places they visit. For example, Japanese athletes never protest unfair judgments from referees in international competitions. Instead, they refrain from getting upset, maintain polite mannerisms, and never forget to respect their opponents. On the other hand, when Chinese and Korean athletes cannot accept a judgment, they protest so badly that they cry, yell, and leave without shaking hands with their opponents in a show of respect. Moreover, in restaurants, many foreigners are deeply impressed by waiters’ hospitality, noting how polite and kind they are. It is also well-known that Japanese fans willingly clean up their surroundings in a soccer stadium after a match. Japanese people are modest in personality, yet their craftsmanship is highly professional and of high quality. Japan’s exported goods are highly appreciated. This humble and dedicated nature is a kind of virtue that they have long inherited from their ancestors over generations. However, when looking at the world, these humble and modest characteristics of the Japanese personality might give somewhat negative impressions to some foreigners. In the ever-competitive global realm, it is better to make one’s opinions known and approach people with one's own views. We need to understand that modesty is no longer a virtue outside of Japan. Instead, it could become an obstacle for us to achieve something great overseas. In essence, acquiring language skills is key to improving our communication skills. Successful communication skills will enable us to better persuade and negotiate with others. They will even let us engage in leadership roles in international organizations. Developing global human resources is going to be a decisive factor in enhancing global competitiveness. Therefore, the Japanese government must address the challenges of fostering students who can be influential in the world by providing practical English education. --- **Specific Corrections and Improvements:** 1. "economic downsize" to "economic downsizing" 2. "However, Japanese should continue" to "However, Japanese people should continue" 3. "Japanese government" to "the Japanese government" 4. "in the international community In the future" to "in the international community in the future" 5. "In my arrogant opinion" to "In my opinion" (removing "arrogant" for a more neutral tone) 6. "polite mannerisms, and never forget to respect opponents" to "polite mannerisms, and never forget to respect their opponents" 7. "leave without shaking hands with opponents in a show of respect" to "leave without shaking hands with their opponents in a show of respect" 8. "craftsmanships are very much professional and high in quality" to "craftsmanship is highly professional and of high quality" 9. "humble and modest characteristics of Japanese personality" to "humble and modest characteristics of the Japanese personality" 10. "own views" to "one's own views" 11. "Developing global human resource is going to be decisive factors" to "Developing global human resources is going to be a decisive factor" 12. "Japanese government" to "the Japanese government" ### 和訳 現在、日本の出生率は過去最低を記録しており、人口は急速に減少しています。その結果、経済規模は縮小し、経済力が低下することで、日本の国際的な存在感は以前ほど顕著ではなくなるでしょう。しかし、日本人は自国の利益のために、引き続き世界情勢に積極的に関与すべきです。そのためには、日本政府が国策として英語教育を強化し、学生が実践的な言語スキルを身につけることができるようにする必要があります。これにより、将来的に国際社会で影響力を持つことができるでしょう。 私の傲慢な意見では、日本人は中国や韓国のような他のアジア諸国とは異なり、世界的に高く評価されています。これは、日本人の多くが礼儀正しく、親切で、訪れる場所や人々に対して敬意を払うからです。例えば、日本のアスリートは国際大会で審判の不公平な判定に抗議することはなく、代わりに怒りを抑え、礼儀正しい態度を維持し、対戦相手への敬意を忘れません。一方で、中国や韓国のアスリートは判定を受け入れられない場合、激しく抗議し、泣いたり叫んだり、相手と握手せずに立ち去ることがあります。また、レストランでは、多くの外国人がウェイターの親切さに深く感動しています。彼らは礼儀正しく親切であると言います。また、日本のサッカーファンが試合後に自分たちの周囲を進んで清掃することも有名です。 日本人は控えめな性格ですが、その職人技は非常にプロフェッショナルで高品質です。日本の輸出品は高く評価されています。この謙虚で献身的な性質は、先祖から代々受け継がれてきた美徳です。 しかし、世界を見渡すと、日本人のこの謙虚で控えめな性格は、外国人に対してやや否定的な印象を与えるかもしれません。競争が激しいグローバルな世界では、自分の意見を明確にし、自分の考えを持って人々に接することが重要です。日本国外では、謙虚さはもはや美徳ではなく、むしろ海外で何かを達成するための障害となり得ることを理解する必要があります。 要するに、言語スキルを習得することは、コミュニケーションスキルの向上に不可欠です。成功したコミュニケーションスキルは、他人をより説得し、交渉する能力を向上させます。それは、国際機関でリーダーシップを発揮することさえ可能にします。国際的な競争力を高めるためには、グローバルな人材を育成することが決定的な要因となります。したがって、日本政府は、実践的な英語教育を提供することによって、世界で影響力を持つことができる学生を育成するという課題に取り組む必要があります。 ### 評価 この意見書は、日本の現在の課題とそれに対する提案を具体的に述べています。以下の点で評価できます： 1. **問題の明確な提示**：出生率の低下とそれによる経済力の低下という現実的な問題を明確に提示しています。 2. **国際的な視点**：日本が国際社会で影響力を持ち続けるための具体的な戦略（英語教育の強化）を提案しています。 3. **文化的な考察**：日本人の美徳とされる謙虚さが、グローバルな視点ではどのように捉えられるかを考察し、文化的な自己反省を促しています。 4. **具体例の使用**：スポーツや接客の例を使って、日本人の礼儀正しさや親切さを具体的に説明しています。 5. **提案の実用性**：英語教育を強化することが、実際にどのように国際社会での影響力につながるかを論理的に述べています。 ただし、意見の一部は他国との比較に基づいており、文化的な敏感さを考慮する必要があるかもしれません。全体として、提案は現実的であり、実行可能な戦略を提示しています。<div></div><div> </div>

定期テストで好成績: 高校一年の最初の定期テストで好成績を収められました。おめでとうございます！もう少しで学年順位が一桁でした。引き続き毎日コツコツ頑張ってくださいね。

The Importance of Mental Health: The importance on mental health awareness It is important to be aware of your mental health. The detrimental consequences of mental health will affect your body and mind. Some people suffer from sleeplessness, appetite loss, rapid weight decline, and so on. Additionally, it also affects one’s mental state. For example, some people suffer from anxiety, depression, and fears triggered by hallucinations, where individuals see or hear things that are not real. These symptoms don’t just suddenly appear; they are often the result of prolonged exposure to extreme stress. When stress level reaches a tipping point, like water overflowing from a cup, various symptoms start to emerge. It is said that those who are serious about their commitments tend to develop mental disorders more easily. In Japan, a lot of people experience stress from adjusting to new environment in school or the workplace. For some, making friends and coping with new relationships are challenging. They may also feel overwhelming stress from academic demands. Excessive expectations from parents can be another significant stress factor for children. To conclude, it is critical to be aware of mental health because it can greatly damage our overall well-being. If you find yourself often feeling depressed, anxious, or sleepless, it’s important to seek help from a psychiatrist. You will need a substantial amount of time to retrieve yourself. You may need to take a break from school or work for a period of time. Ensure you get enough sleep, avoid using a smartphone before going to bed because your brain needs rest, and consider medication if recommended by a health professional. Lastly, don’t rush to recover from your mental illness. Take your time to heal yourself with a careful plan before resuming your regular routine.

英語を書くためにすべき事: 今回は英語を書くためにすべき事をお伝えします。<div> </div><div>スピーキングでも言えることですがまずはたくさんインプットしましょう。まず第一に、英語を読んで構文や言い回しを学びます。教科書やオンラインの英字新聞を読み自分が知らない表現を抽出します。私はオンラインの英字新聞を読むようにしています。それによってアイデアのヒントを得たり、今の社会問題や世の中の課題をエッセイに落とし込む事ができます。</div><div><div><div> 次に、新しく知った単語やイディオムを自分なりに書いてみます。この際にChatGPTのようなAIに実際に例文を数パターン作ってもらうことは有効です。その上で自分の文章を作ると効率良く書けるでしょう。英字新聞を読むと似たような表現が何度も出てきます。それでは実際にやってみましょう。 例えば、政府は少子高齢化の問題に取り組んでいます。みたいな文はThe government is addressing the low birth rate and aging population problem. Address（取り組む）がよく出てきます。 また、問題解決のためのあらゆる措置を講じる必要がある。みたいな文章もよく見ます。It is necessary to take any measures to resolve the problem. Take measures 措置を講じる、という意味になります。 Pose threats to the society のpose は脅威、危険などをもたらす、引き起こす、という意味があります。 例えば、While the proper dose of medicine can reduce symptoms, an overdose can pose serious health problems. 適切な薬の量は症状を軽減することができますが、過剰摂取は深刻な健康問題を引き起こす可能性があります。 このような表現をたくさん読むことで調べながら自分で書いて身につけるのです。それではみなさんも挑戦してみてくださいね。</div></div></div>

死刑は廃止すべきか？: Should the death penalty be banned in Japan? Criminals who committed vicious crimes must pay the ultimate price for their actions. However, the death penalty should not be an option since there are ethical, emotional and legal issues involved in the execution process. To begin with, execution in each case is usually conducted by several prison officers. Each executioner is assigned to press an individual button. No one knows which button is linked to process the execution command. The problem is that actual people are taking a life away. This is no different from an act of murder isn’t it? Thus, there lies an ethical problem in the death penalty. In addition, officers who are assigned to take part in this operation suffer greatly from an inexpressible sense of guilt, posing emotional as well as psychological concerns about the death penalty. Lastly, there is a risk of wrongful convictions in criminal cases where a suspect utterly denies his or her criminal activities. After the death penalty is declared in the Supreme Court, it is likely that the verdict will remain unchanged. What if a suspect was innocent, and that he was actually coerced into confessing a false statement by investigators? Considering the ethical dilemmas, emotional toll on executioners, and the risk of wrongful convictions, the death penalty should be banned in Japan. Life imprisonment offers a viable alternative that aligns with the principles of justice and humanity, allowing for both punishment and the possibility of redemption.

weblioで語彙力判断テスト: 今日は、weblioというオンライン英語辞書（アプリ版もあります）のご紹介をします。実際は高校生なんかは学校で電子辞書を買わされているようですがスマホを辞書として使用出来るので大変便利です。<div><div> </div><div>このweblioの機能の中に、語彙力テストというのがあります。ゲーム感覚で遊べてスコアがでたり、英検の単語クイズや共通テスト向け、TOEICスコア別の単語クイズなどができます。また間違った単語も表示されますので、メモを取って次回間違えないようにすれば語彙力がどんどんあがること間違いなしです。また音声ガイドもあり発音チェックもできます。</div><div> </div><div>weblioのオンライン、アプリ版英語辞書いろんな機能が付いているので是非試してみてくださいね。</div> </div>

ICTの教育におけるメリットとデメリットについて: <div>Benefits and drawbacks of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in education</div><div> </div>A survey conducted by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in Japan has revealed that there is insignificant difference indicated in the performance of academic aptitude scores for students who are learning with Information Communication Technology (ICT) from those of students who do not use ICT. However, those who scored higher while utilizing ICT exhibited a remarkable development in active learning and self-directed-problem-solving. There are numerous study apps which are available for students to study. YouTube offers educational contents that they can easily watch and learn. Some social media platforms, such as LINE, provide online communities called OpenChat where students can receive free tutoring. Additionally, thanks to artificial intelligence （AI）, students can learn almost any subjects by simply inquiring information they want. Thus, ICT has expanded the possibilities for students who are eager to delve into the area of their interests. <div> </div><div>While students are getting adept at learning with ICT, teachers and parents have to keep up with new technologies and keep their eyes on children while they use a smartphone or tablet in order to ensure that they are using the technology in an appropriate way. </div><div>Although ICT provides practical learning experiences, it also has drawbacks as well. For example, ICT may mislead students to incorrect information. Learning through free online tutoring may lead them to unexpected encounters with adults who approach them with malicious intentions. Overuse of social media is highly harmful for children, causing them to be unable to take adequate sleep. Moreover, unexpected exposure to unsolicited content or online advertisements could also be perilous for children. Online interaction with strangers is causing cyber bullying, which deteriorates children’s mental health. Therefore, when allowing kids to use a PC smartphone, or tablet, appropriate parents’ supervision is required. They may want to keep track of the time their children spend on digital devices. They may also want to filter out unsolicited information from browsers. Teaching children to strike a balance between the time they spend studying online and offline is crucial. Last but not least, it is essential for parents to spend quality time with children. Allowing them to be immersed in online activities might lead them to close-minded and deprive them of conversations with their parents. In conclusion, ICT is great and useful technology for education, providing children with innovative learning experiences and even improve their academic performances. However, parental control under the appropriate supervision is necessary. As information technology advances, the role of adults is going to be a key for children’s success in education. </div>

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