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Join the 4th Mini-Seminar on Comprehensive Evaluations in Entrance Examinations

On November 20, Kawai Juku will host an online seminar aimed at university and high school educators, discussing the implications of subject competence tests within entrance examination frameworks. This fourth seminar in our series will foster a panel discussion focusing on designated entrance examination methods such as the “Comprehensive Selection” and “School Recommendations.”

Overview of the Event

During this seminar, we will explore how the implementation of subject competence tests aligns with the comprehensive evaluation standards introduced in recent years. Starting in fiscal year 2026, these tests will be implemented in combination with a multifaceted assessment approach, sparking various responses from universities and high schools alike.

Insights from Experts

We are honored to invite prestigious panelists, including:

• - Taizo Kawashima (Chair), Emeritus Professor at Kobe University and Osaka University, and Visiting Professor at Kansai International University.
• - Takashi Uchida, President of the National High School Principals Association and Principal of Mita High School in Tokyo.
• - Takayasu Nakamura, Professor at the University of Tokyo’s Graduate School of Education and Vice Chairman of the University Entrance Exam Society.
• - Takahumi Wakita, Head of the Entrance Examination Center at Kansai University and Professor in the Faculty of Sociology.

Session Details

In this online format using Zoom Webinar, participants can expect an engaging program that includes:
1. Introduction of Key Topics by Guest Speakers
2. Panel Discussion on the Future of Subject Competence Tests
3. Introduction to the J-Bridge System

Registration Information

The seminar will take place from 15:00 to 16:30 JST and is free of charge. Interested participants must register by November 18 through the provided event page: Kawai Juku Event Page. You can access a shortened URL for this article for publication purposes here: bit.ly/JBS251120.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, please contact Kawai Juku’s Educational Research Development Department at [email protected].

Additional Reading

For further insights, check out our interview with Takashi Uchida regarding the role of subject competence tests in education, published on the educational information site “Kei-Net Plus.” Access the article here: bit.ly/keinet1022.

We invite faculty members involved in entrance examination planning or those interested in this critical topic to participate and contribute to the discussion. The transformation of entrance assessments should resonate with both the educational landscape and societal changes, providing a relevant framework for academia in Japan.