CC119902 Introduction to Community-based primary education

Hiroshima University Syllabus

Japanese

Academic Year 2026Year School/Graduate School School of Education

Lecture Code CC119902 Subject Classification Specialized Education

Subject Name 地域初等教育入門

Subject Name
（Katakana）チイキショトウキョウイクニュウモン

Subject Name in
English Introduction to Community-based primary education

Instructor IKEDA TAKASHI,TODAKA SHINYA

Instructor
(Katakana) イケダ　タカシ,トダカ　シンヤ

Campus Higashi-Hiroshima Semester/Term 1st-Year,  Second Semester,  Second Semester

Days, Periods, and Classrooms (2nd) Inte

Lesson Style Lecture/Seminar Lesson Style
(More Details) Online (simultaneous interactive), Online (on-demand)

Credits 2.0 Class Hours/Week 　 Language of Instruction J : Japanese

Course Level 1 : Undergraduate Introductory

Course Area（Area） 24 : Social Sciences

Course Area（Discipline） 07 : Education

Eligible Students

Keywords ① Qualities and Competencies of Elementary School Teachers
② Elementary School Education and the Role of Teachers
③ Understanding Students
④ Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons
⑤ Student Guidance and Educational Counseling
⑥ Classroom Management and Building a Class Community
⑦ Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Practices in Schools

Special Subject for Teacher Education 　 Special Subject 　

Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)

Class Objectives
/Class Outline The aim is to deepen understanding of the significance and role of elementary school education, as well as the qualities and abilities required of elementary school teachers in the future. Furthermore, taking into account the educational activities and local circumstances of Hiroshima Prefecture and Hiroshima City, students will consider the significance of their studies at university and the nature of their own learning, while keeping in mind their goal of "working as an elementary school teacher in Hiroshima Prefecture in the future," and to use this to deepen their studies after enrollment.

Class Schedule lesson1 [Elementary Education Fundamentals I] Lecture: "Becoming an Elementary School Teacher Who Will Support the Future of Hiroshima - Required Qualities, Abilities, and Future Learning"
lesson2 Discussion: “Becoming an Elementary School Teacher Who Supports Hiroshima’s Future: Required Qualities, Competencies, and Future Learning”; Summary (Report Writing)
lesson3 [Fundamentals of Elementary Education II] Lecture: “The Work of an Elementary School Teacher”
lesson4 Discussion: “The Work of an Elementary School Teacher”; Summary (Report Writing)
lesson5 [Foundations of Elementary Education III] Lecture: “Elementary School Timetables and Grade-Level Learning”
lesson6 Discussion: “Elementary School Timetables and Grade-Level Learning,” Summary (Report Writing)
lesson7 [Current Status and Practices in Elementary Education I—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons”
lesson8 [Current Status and Practices in Elementary Education I—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons”
lesson9 Discussion: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons”
lesson10 Discussion: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons,” Summary (Report Writing)
lesson11 [Current State and Practices of Elementary School Education II—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Basics of Student Guidance and Educational Counseling—Measures Against Bullying and School Refusal—”
lesson12 Discussion: “Basics of Student Guidance and Educational Counseling—Measures Against Bullying and School Refusal—,” Summary (Report Writing)
lesson13 [Current Status and Practices in Elementary School Education III—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Classroom Management, Group Building, and Creating a Supportive Environment, etc.”
lesson14 Discussion: “Classroom Management, Group Building, and Creating a Supportive Environment, etc.”, Summary (Report Writing)
lesson15 [Introduction to Community-Based Elementary Education: Summary of Learning] Report Writing

Post-Class Assignment Report

Sessions 1 & 2: Saturday, December 12, Morning (2 periods): Online
Sessions 3 & 4: Thursday, December 24, Morning (2 periods): Hybrid (In-person/Online)
Sessions 5 & 6: Thursday, December 24, Afternoon (2 periods): Hybrid (In-person/Online)　
Sessions 7–10: Friday, December 25, Morning (2 periods) and Afternoon (2 periods): Hybrid (In-person/Online)
Sessions 11–12: Saturday, January 23, Morning (2 periods): Online
Sessions 13–15: Saturday, January 30, Morning (2 periods) and Afternoon (1 period): Online

Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Text/Reference
Books,etc. Give instructions as needed.

PC or AV used in
Class,etc. Text, Visual Materials, Zoom

(More Details)

Learning techniques to be incorporated Discussions, Post-class Report

Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review lesson1&lesson2 [Foundations of Elementary Education I]: Deepen your understanding of the role schools play in future society, and organize your own thoughts on the qualities and competencies required of future elementary school teachers so that you can articulate them clearly.
lesson3&lesson4 [Foundations of Elementary Education II]: Deepen your understanding of the nature of an elementary school teacher’s work and role, and develop the ability to reflect on your own strengths, weaknesses, and aptitude for teaching.
lesson5&lesson6 [Foundations of Elementary Education III] Students will learn about the daily routine and schedule of an elementary school, as well as the characteristics of learning by grade level, and gain an understanding of how learning is built upon in elementary school.
lesson7-lesson10 [Elementary Education in Hiroshima Prefecture I] Students will learn about specific practices in elementary school classrooms addressing educational challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture. By reflecting on the significance of studying to become a teacher at the university level and considering their own future learning, students will be prepared for proactive learning after enrollment.
lesson11&lesson12 [Elementary Education in Hiroshima Prefecture II]: Students will learn about specific practices in elementary schools addressing educational challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture. By reflecting on the significance of studying to become a teacher at the university level and considering their own future learning, they will lay the groundwork for proactive learning after enrollment.
lesson13&lesson14 [Elementary Education in Hiroshima Prefecture III] Students will learn about specific practices in elementary schools addressing educational challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture. By reflecting on the significance of studying to become a teacher at the university level and considering their own future learning, students will lay the groundwork for proactive learning after enrollment.
lesson15 [Summary] Students will organize what they have learned by writing a report.

Requirements Since intensive lectures will be held during part of the semester, please be sure to check the schedules of both the courses you are currently enrolled in and this course before registering.

Grading Method Content of the report you created
Attitude towards participating in discussions

Practical Experience

Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it

Message This course is offered as a pre-enrollment program (AP) for students who have passed the “Training-Type” entrance exam for the Regional Teacher Training Track; however, first-year university students are also welcome to enroll.
　This course is intended for those interested in elementary school education, those aspiring to become elementary school teachers, and those who wish to learn about specific practices in school settings. Through this course, let’s reflect on the future of elementary school education and the qualities and competencies required of teachers, and deepen our own learning.

Other

Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

Academic Year	2026Year	School/Graduate School	School of Education
Lecture Code	CC119902	Subject Classification	Specialized Education
Subject Name	地域初等教育入門
Subject Name （Katakana）	チイキショトウキョウイクニュウモン
Subject Name in English	Introduction to Community-based primary education
Instructor	IKEDA TAKASHI,TODAKA SHINYA
Instructor (Katakana)	イケダ　タカシ,トダカ　シンヤ
Campus	Higashi-Hiroshima	Semester/Term	1st-Year, Second Semester, Second Semester
Days, Periods, and Classrooms	(2nd) Inte
Lesson Style	Lecture/Seminar	Lesson Style (More Details)	Online (simultaneous interactive), Online (on-demand)

Credits	2.0	Class Hours/Week		Language of Instruction	J : Japanese
Course Level	1 : Undergraduate Introductory
Course Area（Area）	24 : Social Sciences
Course Area（Discipline）	07 : Education
Eligible Students
Keywords	① Qualities and Competencies of Elementary School Teachers ② Elementary School Education and the Role of Teachers ③ Understanding Students ④ Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons ⑤ Student Guidance and Educational Counseling ⑥ Classroom Management and Building a Class Community ⑦ Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Practices in Schools
Special Subject for Teacher Education		Special Subject
Class Status within Educational Program (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced Evaluation (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Class Objectives /Class Outline	The aim is to deepen understanding of the significance and role of elementary school education, as well as the qualities and abilities required of elementary school teachers in the future. Furthermore, taking into account the educational activities and local circumstances of Hiroshima Prefecture and Hiroshima City, students will consider the significance of their studies at university and the nature of their own learning, while keeping in mind their goal of "working as an elementary school teacher in Hiroshima Prefecture in the future," and to use this to deepen their studies after enrollment.
Class Schedule	lesson1 [Elementary Education Fundamentals I] Lecture: "Becoming an Elementary School Teacher Who Will Support the Future of Hiroshima - Required Qualities, Abilities, and Future Learning" lesson2 Discussion: “Becoming an Elementary School Teacher Who Supports Hiroshima’s Future: Required Qualities, Competencies, and Future Learning”; Summary (Report Writing) lesson3 [Fundamentals of Elementary Education II] Lecture: “The Work of an Elementary School Teacher” lesson4 Discussion: “The Work of an Elementary School Teacher”; Summary (Report Writing) lesson5 [Foundations of Elementary Education III] Lecture: “Elementary School Timetables and Grade-Level Learning” lesson6 Discussion: “Elementary School Timetables and Grade-Level Learning,” Summary (Report Writing) lesson7 [Current Status and Practices in Elementary Education I—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons” lesson8 [Current Status and Practices in Elementary Education I—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons” lesson9 Discussion: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons” lesson10 Discussion: “Creating Inclusive Classrooms and Lessons,” Summary (Report Writing) lesson11 [Current State and Practices of Elementary School Education II—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Basics of Student Guidance and Educational Counseling—Measures Against Bullying and School Refusal—” lesson12 Discussion: “Basics of Student Guidance and Educational Counseling—Measures Against Bullying and School Refusal—,” Summary (Report Writing) lesson13 [Current Status and Practices in Elementary School Education III—Educational Challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture and Initiatives in Elementary Schools—] Lecture: “Classroom Management, Group Building, and Creating a Supportive Environment, etc.” lesson14 Discussion: “Classroom Management, Group Building, and Creating a Supportive Environment, etc.”, Summary (Report Writing) lesson15 [Introduction to Community-Based Elementary Education: Summary of Learning] Report Writing Post-Class Assignment Report Sessions 1 & 2: Saturday, December 12, Morning (2 periods): Online Sessions 3 & 4: Thursday, December 24, Morning (2 periods): Hybrid (In-person/Online) Sessions 5 & 6: Thursday, December 24, Afternoon (2 periods): Hybrid (In-person/Online)　 Sessions 7–10: Friday, December 25, Morning (2 periods) and Afternoon (2 periods): Hybrid (In-person/Online) Sessions 11–12: Saturday, January 23, Morning (2 periods): Online Sessions 13–15: Saturday, January 30, Morning (2 periods) and Afternoon (1 period): Online Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Text/Reference Books,etc.	Give instructions as needed.
PC or AV used in Class,etc.	Text, Visual Materials, Zoom
(More Details)
Learning techniques to be incorporated	Discussions, Post-class Report
Suggestions on Preparation and Review	lesson1&lesson2 [Foundations of Elementary Education I]: Deepen your understanding of the role schools play in future society, and organize your own thoughts on the qualities and competencies required of future elementary school teachers so that you can articulate them clearly. lesson3&lesson4 [Foundations of Elementary Education II]: Deepen your understanding of the nature of an elementary school teacher’s work and role, and develop the ability to reflect on your own strengths, weaknesses, and aptitude for teaching. lesson5&lesson6 [Foundations of Elementary Education III] Students will learn about the daily routine and schedule of an elementary school, as well as the characteristics of learning by grade level, and gain an understanding of how learning is built upon in elementary school. lesson7-lesson10 [Elementary Education in Hiroshima Prefecture I] Students will learn about specific practices in elementary school classrooms addressing educational challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture. By reflecting on the significance of studying to become a teacher at the university level and considering their own future learning, students will be prepared for proactive learning after enrollment. lesson11&lesson12 [Elementary Education in Hiroshima Prefecture II]: Students will learn about specific practices in elementary schools addressing educational challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture. By reflecting on the significance of studying to become a teacher at the university level and considering their own future learning, they will lay the groundwork for proactive learning after enrollment. lesson13&lesson14 [Elementary Education in Hiroshima Prefecture III] Students will learn about specific practices in elementary schools addressing educational challenges in Hiroshima Prefecture. By reflecting on the significance of studying to become a teacher at the university level and considering their own future learning, students will lay the groundwork for proactive learning after enrollment. lesson15 [Summary] Students will organize what they have learned by writing a report.
Requirements	Since intensive lectures will be held during part of the semester, please be sure to check the schedules of both the courses you are currently enrolled in and this course before registering.
Grading Method	Content of the report you created Attitude towards participating in discussions
Practical Experience
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it
Message	This course is offered as a pre-enrollment program (AP) for students who have passed the “Training-Type” entrance exam for the Regional Teacher Training Track; however, first-year university students are also welcome to enroll. 　This course is intended for those interested in elementary school education, those aspiring to become elementary school teachers, and those who wish to learn about specific practices in school settings. Through this course, let’s reflect on the future of elementary school education and the qualities and competencies required of teachers, and deepen our own learning.
Other
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes. Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

Back to syllabus main page