Is Academic Achievement Not Enough? | "Non-Cognitive Ability" and Future Employability in Center Kita and Kohoku New Town
In an age when academic ability is not the only measure of success
"Test scores are not bad, but lack self-confidence."
“Unable to act without instructions”
"I compare myself with other children too much, and I feel depressed as a parent.
We hear such comments from many families raising children.
What is required of children today is not only the ability (cognitive ability) that can be measured by tests.
On the other hand, "non-cognitive abilities" that do not show up on tests are becoming increasingly important.
What are non-cognitive abilities? ｜Invisible abilities" that are attracting attention
Noncognitive ability refers to the following abilities.
- Self-affirmation
- Perseverance and perseverance (GRIT)
- Cooperation and empathy
- Self-control
- Curiosity and spontaneity
James Heckman, an American economist, has stated that "non-cognitive skills strongly influence future earnings and social success,
In his book "The Economics of Education," American economist James Heckman published that "non-cognitive skills strongly influence future earnings and social success.
In other words, it is not just about "being able to study,
It means that the ability to think, move, and continue to learn on one's own is directly related to future employment and career development.
What is the difference between a child who can study and a child who knows why he/she studies?
Children who are crammed into elementary and junior high schools and crammed into cram schools and lessons, and who are considered to be "good at studying," can certainly get high scores on tests.
However, this alone does not mean that they will have a wide range of options for the future.
Rather, they are the ones who will play an active role in society,
Why study this? What kind of future will it lead to? What kind of future will it lead to?
What is the difference between a child who can study and a child who understands why he/she studies?
My child can study, but he only does what he is told..." "Maybe he feels like he is being forced to do things..." "Maybe he is not interested in learning because he feels like he has to.
I don't think he enjoys it because he feels like he's being forced to do it.
We often hear such comments from parents.
In fact, the ability to get a high score on a test and the "ability to think for oneself about the meaning of learning" are two completely different skills,
are two completely different skills.
The latter is the ability to think "Why am I learning this? "
will be overwhelmingly strong when they enter the workforce in the future.
This is something I strongly feel from my experience working at Apple and other foreign companies.
I learned the value of "Option given" at Apple.
As an aside, when I used to work at Apple Retail,
I remember one phrase that left a strong impression on me during training.
It was the concept of "Option given".
Whether at the sales floor or at the repair desk, I was always instructed to offer multiple options to customers.
"Would you be interested in the color red or purple?'"
"You can buy it today or we can deliver it to your home. "
"We can repair it because it's too damaged, but we also recommend you to buy a new one."
"Buying a used one at a discount is a good decision, but if you buy a new one, we can help you with data transfer."
Why?
The reason is that people are deeply satisfied and motivated by what they choose to do, rather than what they are forced to do.
This concept can be applied directly to child-rearing.
Children's experiences also change when "options are given"
For children, too, rather than being told what to do, they are asked, "Which one do you want?"
Which one do you want? This will nurture a sense of independence and self-esteem.
In learning, too, it is important to ask, "Which task would you like to do first? What interests you? and "Where are you interested in?
This "self-decision-making" habit is a key to the development of children's self-esteem and independence.
This experience of "deciding for oneself" fosters intrinsic motivation andself-determination, which are non-cognitive skills,
As a result, the child will grow up to be a child who can find meaning in learning.
Craftsman Afterschool seeks to nurture the "ability to choose".
In the exploratory learning at Craftsman After School, children are encouraged to "ask questions for themselves",
We place importance on children "asking their own questions" and "making their own decisions.
We do not aim for the correct answer determined by adults,
Rather, they think, choose, fail, and relearn on their own initiative.
This is truly an education based on "Option given".
We want our students to grow up to be able to choose their own life in the future.
We hope that all parents who wish for this will experience this learning environment.
Noncognitive skills create the meaning of study.
One of the non-cognitive abilities is intrinsic motivation (the ability to act on one's own reasons),
Why do we study? It is not for the sake of parents or teachers,
It is not for the sake of parents or teachers, but for the sake of one's own future or to find something one likes to do.
The goal is not to become a child who can study well, but to become a child who understands the meaning of study.
This will lead to the ability to create their own future career and way of life.
What is the best choice for after-school in Center Kita to nurture their non-cognitive abilities?
There are many private school children's schools in Center Kita and Kohoku New Town,
Among them, Craftsman After School in Kitayamada is one that focuses on "fostering non-cognitive skills" in everyday life.
👣 [Example 1: Self-driven learning through a 3D printer].
"What do you want to make?" The process of designing, prototyping, and modifying begins with "What do you want to make?"
The experience of giving shape to one's own ideas fosters a tolerance for failure and the tenacity of trial and error.
👥【Example 2: Presentation with different age groups
A sense of responsibility is created when older children teach younger ones.
Practicing communicating one's own ideas in a presentation will lead to "self-confidence".
Example 3: "Ability to ask questions" in inquiry-based learning
Why? How? are emphasized during the study time.
Instead of teaching the correct answer, the process of thinking is carefully handled.
Choosing a school child is also a choice of "how to nurture the future.
The elementary school years are a time to build a "foundation" rather than "cramming.
It is up to you to encounter an environment that consciously nurtures your non-cognitive abilities during this period,
This can make a difference in your future "ability to choose your own career path" and "ability to continue learning after employment".
We want to nurture not only academic ability, but also the ability to relate to others and take on challenges.
Craftsman After School is chosen by families with such a desire.
Center Kita and Kohoku New Town area, "the power to survive in the future".
For those who are looking for school children in the Center Kita and Kohoku New Town area.
If you feel that you want to nurture a "zest for life" that cannot be measured by numbers, you may be interested in the school near Kitayamada Station,
Why don't you come and visit Craftsman After School located near Kitayamada Station?
A child's potential cannot be measured by grades alone.
Cultivating non-cognitive skills will broaden your child's options 10 years from now.
