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In Context: Hokkaido, Japan and Alaska — Compulsory Education and Lifelong Learning

This event has ended. It was scheduled for 12/12/2024.

4 - 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12

Reynold’s Classroom, Education Wing, First Floor

In-Person Event

"Why Do We Have to Do Our Homework?"

This universal query transcends borders, reflecting the shared challenges of education worldwide. Schwing, who grew up in Hokkaido, Japan, and lived there for 23 years, explores this topic with a focus on Japan's education system.

During the program, Schwing will share examples of Japanese youth education materials designed to develop motor skills, fine motor skills, and self-regulation techniques. The presentation will conclude with a thought-provoking discussion contrasting the Japanese and American education systems, examining their impacts on young people and society.

About the Presenter
Schwing’s hats as an educator are many, from middle schoolers at an Anchorage Japanese School to pre-K through K-8 at Pacific Northern Academy. She is a curator certified by MEXT (Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology), and currently serves as the Urban Agriculture Program Leader at the Anchorage Soil and Water Conservation District. She is a lifelong learner focusing on broader impacts beyond the scientific community and is trained in a unique blend of educational and cultural backgrounds.

In Context is a Museum program in which experts provide context for the history, art, science and culture of Alaska and the North. 

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