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Introduction

In recent years, the Ministry of Education in Japan has raised concerns regarding the passive attitude of students in light of rapid societal changes. They have emphasized the need for education to adapt to each student's unique abilities, interests, and learning experiences. This need has led to the promotion of digital transformation (DX) in educational institutions.

Chiba University recognizes these directives, focusing on individualized learning strategies to better meet the needs of its students. In alignment with the national guidelines, the university has opted to implement BOOKNS FRAME, a sophisticated e-learning tool designed to monitor individual progress through various metrics such as learning progress, correct answer rates, and mock exam results. This allows for the effective identification of personal learning challenges and the setting of educational goals.

What is BOOKNS FRAME?

BOOKNS FRAME, developed by SIE, serves as a versatile online learning platform designed to cultivate DX talent. This tool draws from the existing framework of SIE's e-learning service, BOOKNS, allowing schools and organizations to convert their unique materials—documents, videos, and other resources—into an e-learning format.

The system’s ability to track progress through multiple metrics enhances its effectiveness as it identifies learning gaps and helps establish educational strategies for individual learners.

The Importance of E-Learning Post-COVID

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many educational institutions have strengthened their internet infrastructure and integrated new devices to support remote learning. However, managing and sharing learning resources has become challenging under existing e-learning systems. This is a common hurdle for many educators contemplating the introduction of e-learning solutions.

BOOKNS FRAME addresses this challenge by enabling the centralized management of unique educational materials. This not only facilitates resource sharing but also helps reduce the workload for instructors. By leveraging the distinct advantages of each institution’s materials, teachers can focus more on delivering quality education rather than administrative tasks.

In addition, SIE also offers the BOOKNS service, a practical online learning platform developed based on 20 years of experience in IT education. This service is designed to confirm learners' progress and offers an extensive range of instructional materials, including video lessons by experienced IT educators. Learners can benefit from the synergies created by using BOOKNS FRAME alongside BOOKNS.

Company Overview

SIE, established on June 1, 2004, operates its headquarters in Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. Under the leadership of President Masayuki Fuji, the company specializes in IT education and related technology services. As of October 2024, it has a workforce of 1,174 employees and reported a revenue of 5,323 million yen for the fiscal year ending December 2023. For more information, you can visit their corporate website.

Services Offered by SIE

• - IT School: An architectural knowledge program established by professional engineers who have authored Amazon bestsellers, providing comprehensive IT and programming education.
• - BOOKNS: An innovative learning app that integrates learning and teaching, providing measurable educational outcomes tailored for aspiring IT engineers.
• - @PROJIN: An IT recruitment agency focused on helping individuals transition into the IT sector or advance their careers within the industry.

For more details about BOOKNS, visit their official website or Chiba University’s site.