Revolutionizing Digital Citizenship Education at Private Schools: Insights from Seijo Gakuen

In an era where online interactions play a significant role in children’s lives, the necessity for robust digital citizenship education in private schools has grown exponentially. On December 18, 2025, CodeTakt will host the "Exploratory Conference for Private Schools Vol. 2," featuring Takatoshi Akiyama from Seijo Gakuen Elementary School. This online event will unfold Akiyama's six-year journey in integrating ICT tools, particularly "SchoolTakt," into educational practices, transforming children's real-life interactions and conflicts into valuable learning experiences.

The Importance of Digital Citizenship Education

With an increasing number of students facing troubles stemming from social media and online games, the demand for comprehensive digital citizenship education is urgent. This need is particularly critical in private educational institutions, where incidents can severely impact the school's brand and trust from parents. During this conference, participants will gain insights into how Akiyama has navigated these challenges by effectively employing ICT tools that leverage children's actual behaviors and conflicts as "living textbooks."

Akiyama's approach not only demonstrates the practical application of technology in the classroom but also emphasizes a shift in mindset. Instead of avoiding conflicts, he advocates for a digital citizenship education framework that embraces learning from experiences.

Key Takeaways from the Conference

Participants can expect to walk away with key highlights on how to reflect their school's values in digital citizenship education. Some of the specific areas of focus will include:

- Practical Methods: Understand concrete ways to implement digital citizenship education.
- Resolving Conflicts: Learn how to overcome hesitancy in using ICT due to concerns over potential conflicts among students.
- Deepening Collaboration: Explore functionalities within SchoolTakt, such as comment features, to enhance collaborative learning among students.
- Networking with Peers: Gain insights from other schools to broaden networks and solve common challenges.

Highlighted Speakers

The session will highlight Takatoshi Akiyama, who has extensive experience as an educator and has contributed to various educational initiatives. Born in 1984 in Tokyo and a graduate of Bunkyo University, Akiyama has dedicated his career to enhancing the educational framework at Seijo Gakuen. He has served as a coordinator in various ICT educational committees and authored several educational books aimed at empowering teachers in the digital age.

Alongside Akiyama, Yuuki Tamata from Future Institute will facilitate discussions about the transformative role educators can play in converting conflicts into teaching moments. Tamata has a robust background in educational consultancy and is an advocate for integrating ICT in classrooms.

Conference Details

- Title: SchoolTakt Presents Exploratory Conference for Private Schools Vol. 2: Starting Digital Citizenship Education from Experience
- Date & Time: December 18, 2025, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM (online via Zoom)
- Participation Fee: Free
- Target Audience: This event is primarily aimed at educators from private elementary, middle, and high schools, however, public school educators and education committee members are also welcome.

Conclusion

The event promises to be a stepping stone for educators looking to enhance their digital citizenship programs. Participants will not only engage with Akiyama's innovative methods but also become part of a broader conversation about preparing students for a digital future. For more information and to register, please visit SchoolTakt's official website.

Explore how private schools can rethink their approach to digital citizenship and turn challenges into opportunities for student growth and learning.