Japanese Lesson Study at the Minato School

Location

Madison High School 4833 Doliva Drive San Diego, CA 92117

$40

Participants will have the opportunity to visit a local Japanese school (hosyuko = weekend school) supported by the Japanese Ministry of Education where about 400 Japanese children living in the greater San Diego area learn through the Japanese national curriculum. The visit includes introduction to the Japanese education system, observation of an inquiry lesson by an experienced Japanese teacher, lesson study discussions on the observed lesson and discussions on the underling philosophy of Japanese education with the teachers. This experience may partially fulfill the SOLES international requirement; however, students must consult with their academic advisor for approval.

Schedule:
10:00 A.M. Park and meet at Minato School Room 204 (Please do not be late. It’s rude in Japanese culture.)
10:05 -10:40 Introduction to Japanese lesson study (video) and Q&A
10:40 AM – 11:10 AM Introduction to Minato School and Japanese school system
11:20 AM- 12:05 PM 4th grade class observation
12:05 AM – 12:45 PM Reflections and discussions on the observed lesson with the teacher