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Exploring the Future of Education with Generative AI

On September 19, 2026, Kansai Gaidai University, located in Hirakata City, Osaka, will hold a significant open seminar titled "Latest Trends in Educational Curricula in the Era of Generative AI". This event is targeted at current teachers from elementary, middle, and high schools across the country and is designed to enhance understanding of the new curriculum guidelines in light of emerging educational technologies.

Seminar Overview

The seminar will feature a hybrid format, allowing participation either in person or through an online platform (Google Meet). Notably, attendance is free, encouraging broad participation from educators nationwide.

Invited guest speaker Hisayoshi Muto, the Head of the Curriculum Planning Division at Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), will share insights alongside Professor Yuko Naoyama from Kansai Gaidai University. The discussions will focus on the evolving landscape of education brought on by generative AI and upcoming curriculum trends, providing educators with valuable perspectives to enhance their teaching methodologies.

What Participants Will Gain

Participants can expect to deepen their understanding of:

• - The direction of the new educational curriculum guidelines.
• - Practical ideas that can be immediately applied to lesson planning.
• - Opportunities for networking and exchange of information with peers and speakers during the event.

Program Schedule

The seminar is slated to begin at 1:00 PM and conclude at 4:30 PM, starting with a 120-minute lecture by Muto, followed by a 90-minute dialogue between him and Professor Naoyama. This session promises to facilitate direct conversations about the future of education between a high-ranking official at MEXT and a former school inspector with extensive experience in educational administration.

Profiles of the Speakers

Hisayoshi Muto has had a distinguished career at the Ministry of Education since 2000. His positions have included critical roles in educational reform, international study programs, and leading projects aimed at the digitalization of schools.

Yuko Naoyama has transitioned from teaching in Kyoto's public schools to influential positions in educational policy within MEXT. She has worked in international education and curriculum-related roles in various capacities.

Event Details

Date and Time

September 19, 2026 (Saturday)
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Venue

Kansai Gaidai University, Hirakata Nakamiya Campus, Building No. 6, 4th Floor ICC Hall, 16-1 Nakamiya Higashino-machi, Hirakata, Osaka 573-1001

Audience

Current teachers from elementary, middle, and high schools

Participation Method

Attendees can join either in-person or online (live through Google Meet), allowing educators from across the nation to take part.

Cost

Free for both in-person and online attendance

Registration

Interested participants can register via the following link: Open Seminar Registration Form

For inquiries, please contact the Kansai Gaidai University Public Relations Office at 072-805-2817 (available weekdays except Sundays and public holidays) or via email at [email protected].

About Kansai Gaidai University

Kansai Gaidai University boasts a global network extending to 428 universities across 55 countries and regions as of August 2026. The university facilitates international exchange by sending approximately 1,300 students abroad each year and welcoming around 1,100 international students to its two campuses in Hirakata City.

With an education model grounded in language skills while integrating cultural, political, and economic studies, the university prepares students to excel in various professional fields. The comprehensive curriculum also includes specialized programs, such as the USCPA Pathway Program, which aims to equip students with the skills needed to meet contemporary societal demands.