The author contributes to a more nuanced understanding of juku, or cram schools, which are not only important in Japan but increasingly so in other parts of the world as well.
The author contributes to a more nuanced understanding of juku, or cram schools, which are not only important in Japan but increasingly so in other pa...
Japan s Fundamental Law on Education was revised in 2006 and new curriculum guidelines along with new proposals for strengthening the position of moral education reflect the increased political focus, particularly by the two Abe-administrations. Changes include increased emphasis on patriotism, on respect for life and the environment, on individual responsibility, on respecting differences and other countries and on a general strengthening of moral values. This volume describes the history of moral education in Japan, analyses recent changes in curriculum and practices, and takes a closer...
Japan s Fundamental Law on Education was revised in 2006 and new curriculum guidelines along with new proposals for strengthening the position of m...
