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Revolutionizing Essay Writing Education

In the evolving landscape of education, particularly in the realm of entrance examinations, the weight of essay writing is growing steadily. The Terakoya Group, a leading educational service provider based in Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan, has recently adopted a cutting-edge AI essay writing guidance system. This innovation aims to drastically reduce correction times from several days to a mere minute, earning high praise from both students and parents for its immediate and clear feedback.

Importance of Essay Writing in Entrance Examinations

As Japan continues to reform its university admission processes, a stronger emphasis has been placed not only on knowledge but also on critical thinking, judgment, and expressive abilities. Essays have emerged as a pivotal tool in assessing candidates, especially in comprehensive selection and school recommendation processes. They serve to gauge the depth of a student's thought process and their awareness of various issues.

The newly introduced “AI Essay Writing Preparation Class” by Terakoya Group leverages the skills of educators experienced in essay guidance to offer students a structured approach. This class incorporates the AI essay guidance system developed by Preferred Networks, based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, ensuring that students receive the most effective support possible.

Solutions Offered by the AI Guidance System

Traditional essay guidance has often faced challenges such as unclear grading criteria, perceived unfairness due to subjective evaluations, and time-consuming feedback processes. By implementing the AI essay guidance system, Terakoya Group aims to resolve these issues effectively. The AI provides prompt and consistent feedback based on well-defined evaluation criteria, allowing for a fair and objective assessment of each student’s work.

Effective Learning Cycle

To enhance essay writing capabilities, the system follows a cycle of “Think → Write → Review,” which has shown the greatest efficacy in improving skills. In the four-session class, students engage in topics to deepen their thoughts, craft their essays, and receive immediate feedback via AI. This approach optimizes learning, helping students to develop their writing capabilities even within tight time constraints.

Voice from the Developers

Shiro Maruyama from Preferred Networks emphasizes the importance of having clear grading standards in improving essay writing skills. The AI system is designed to quickly demonstrate how students can enhance their essays, ensuring they can adopt effective writing techniques gradually. By working with educators who are currently teaching essay writing, the developed system incorporates fundamental evaluation standards expected in academic essays.

Course Outline

• - Duration: Ongoing since August 2025
• - Target Students: High school freshmen to seniors
• - Sessions: Four sessions, each lasting about 90 minutes
• - Course Fee: 17,600 JPY (including tax)

In each session, students tackle essay assignments ranging from 600 to 800 words. The structure of each class includes lectures to introduce background knowledge, drills, and writing assignments, followed by AI-assisted feedback. This method allows students to recognize and improve upon their weaknesses immediately, ensuring effective learning without overwhelming homework burdens.

Participant Testimonials

Students have praised the program, noting that the rapid feedback received through AI is far more efficient than traditional teacher evaluations. One student remarked, “Getting my essay corrected instantly allows me to focus on improving without the usual waiting time.”

Enrollment Information

Interested students can sign up for the program through Terakoya Group’s website: Terakoya Group Events.

In addition to this program, YP Switch, a subsidiary of the Terakoya Group, also operates a programming education initiative called HALLO, aimed at building creativity and problem-solving skills among elementary and middle school students using engaging materials.

For more on HALLO and the innovative materials used in its curriculum, visit the official site: HALLO.

Commitment to Educational Excellence

As part of the broader mission to cultivate future leaders, Terakoya Group continues to provide high-quality educational services, consistently striving to bridge regional educational disparities and enhance educational resources available to students. The integration of AI into essay writing education is one step in our ongoing commitment to innovation in learning.