Entry Exams Guide
2025-11-26 04:53:48

Understanding the Expansion of Entry Exams: A Guide for Teachers

As the landscape of university entrance examinations evolves, the focus on the 'early admission' system, particularly for comprehensive and school recommendation selections, is expanding significantly among private universities in Japan. Scheduled for December 16, 2023, an online seminar titled 'Strategies for Early Admission: Not Giving Up on Aspirations’ is being organized by Kawai Juku for high school teachers.

The growing trend of early admissions is becoming increasingly influential, with around 60% of the expected intake for the 2024 academic year being from these early selections. This shift is primarily driven by a declining birthrate and an evolving assessment system where students are evaluated on multiple facets rather than just exam scores.

However, many high school teachers are feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to prepare students for this change. A prevalent concern among educators is the challenge of equipping students to effectively write their motivational letters. Often, by August of their third year, students find themselves unprepared, struggling with self-awareness and unable to articulate their reasons for choosing specific universities. This gap in readiness necessitates specific guidance before students even reach the writing stage.

Additionally, as the competition for early admissions intensifies, simply having traits like strong presentation skills or good teamwork is no longer sufficient for acceptance. In light of these challenges, the upcoming seminar aims to explore how educators can better prepare students for submitting their application documents.

Led by Kenji Kaga, a lecturer in essay writing and a project leader for materials designed to enhance thinking and expression skills, the seminar will focus on practical strategies. Participants will learn how to effectively guide students, starting from when—what—and how to teach them to ensure they are ready to draft compelling statements of purpose by the end of the summer in their final year of high school.

In the current climate, where schools are increasingly expected to adapt, the targeted discussions will offer insights into how educators can refine their approaches. The seminar will address the realities of limited time and resources in educational settings, striving to bring teachers as close as possible to their ideal instructional goals.

This is a crucial time for high school teachers as they navigate the intricate requirements of the expanding early admission system. The event promises to provide invaluable assistance and inspiration for those involved in shaping the future of students applying for higher education.

Seminar Details


  • - Date: December 16, 2023, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • - Target Audience: Teachers from high schools and secondary education institutions
  • - Format: Online (Zoom Webinar)
  • - Speaker: Kenji Kaga (Lecturer at Kawai Juku / Chief of Thinking and Expression Series)
  • - Program:
1. Overview of Early Admissions by Kawai Juku's Guideline Editorial Team
2. Speaker Presentation:
- Students who excel in comprehensive selections
- Envisioning ideal strategies for early admission
- Guidance strategies within schools

Registration: Interested participants must register by December 8, 2023, through the provided web page. For more information, please contact Kawai Juku’s School Business Promotion Division at [email protected].

Join us in empowering educators to help their students succeed in navigating the complex world of early university admissions.


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