This document outlines a proposed resource center for film in Dalarnas county, Sweden. The center would provide funding, technical resources, and knowledge to support youth perspectives in film including creative schools, upcoming projects like Projekt Girl that empower youth, and fun for artists. It would also support viewing windows for film like cinema and festivals that could have regional, national, or international reach.
The Sapporo City Book and Information Center, opened in 2018, aims to provide a problem-solution type library targeting working adults in the city center, offering spaces for reading, discussion, and business-related information. The library features a tailored selection of books, innovative space designs, and comfortable seating, fostering an environment conducive to both leisure reading and professional development. Since its opening, the library has experienced significant user engagement, with projections reaching one million visitors annually, inspiring collaboration with local publishers and bookstores.
Entrepreneurship Education in Sweden
Case of Helsingborg
Reports by two teachers from Shizuoka who experienced internship in Helsingborg in September, 2017
This document from the OECD presents data on education spending and policies across countries. It finds that on average across OECD nations, governments now fund 30% of total tertiary education expenditures. It also shows data on tuition fees, which vary widely internationally, from over $11,000 USD per year in the US to under $2,000 in most European countries. Additionally, the document examines student mobility rates and finds the highest percentages of students studying abroad in countries like New Zealand, Australia and the UK.
This document discusses promoting creativity and self-efficacy in Japanese schools with inspiration from Scandinavia. It has three objectives: 1) To identify school education as a main problem for resilience in Japan's knowledge economy. 2) To describe experimental projects in Japanese schools to promote creativity and self-efficacy in collaboration with Scandinavian countries. 3) To introduce "active learning" in the new Japanese curriculum starting in 2020 for all primary and secondary education subjects.
The Swedish municipality of Motala is running a policy called "Growth via diversity" led by Mayor Elias Georges, who came to Sweden as a refugee from Lebanon in 1980. The seminar will discuss this policy from Swedish and Japanese perspectives. Mayor Georges and Jan Holmberg from Motala Municipality will speak about integrating immigrants and refugees and how it leads to growth. Tomoko Ishii will discuss refugee issues in Japan. The seminar aims to discuss how diversity can promote growth.
The document details a study trip to Japan by members of the Swedish-Japanese Parliamentary Association from March 26 to April 3, 2016. Highlights include meetings with Japanese officials, tours of cultural sites, and discussions on various topics such as defense policy and Japan's aging population. Reflections on the trip note the warm hospitality, organization, and the potential lessons Sweden can learn from Japan.
The document discusses the contributions of a foundation and music school to the field of music. It outlines initiatives and collaborative efforts planned for the year 2018 and beyond. Specific details or examples are not provided in the text.
Cats can provide benefits to those in retirement homes and facilities for people with dementia. Some cats, like Oscar in the US, have shown extraordinary empathy towards weak and elderly residents, reducing loneliness and being a source of joy. While there are potential negatives like allergies or damage to furniture, on the whole cats can provide companionship, a calming influence, and a sense of continuity for residents in their later lives. Facilities must consider responsibilities, sanitation, and what happens to the cat if its owner passes away.
The document discusses the lack of hope among young people in Japan, linking it to inflexible social systems and comparing it with other countries. It presents various statistics on life satisfaction, suicide rates, and the hope of young people based on gender and employment status. Improving the hope of the youth is identified as essential for the future viability of Japanese society.
This document outlines the projects and events of Project 2018, which aims to discuss collaboration opportunities between Sweden and Japan ahead of the 150th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2018. It lists 15 discussion sessions that have occurred between 2013-2016 on topics like education exchange, cultural exchange, innovation, health, film, business, and youth perspectives. The goals are stated as discussing what Sweden and Japan can do together for 2018 and having fun, creative and stimulating discussions during participatory meetings and workshops. Common interests between the two countries are listed as the economy, welfare, and sustainability.
1) Outdoor education is needed in Japan to develop skills for children and educators through utilizing local communities.
2) It can help address declining populations in rural areas by promoting outdoor activities and nature tourism.
3) Evidence shows that outdoor education provides diverse learning environments and styles from textbooks to hands-on activities to foster problem solving, collaboration, and other competencies being emphasized in updates to educational guidelines in 2020.
The Sapporo City Book and Information Center, opened in 2018, aims to provide a problem-solution type library targeting working adults in the city center, offering spaces for reading, discussion, and business-related information. The library features a tailored selection of books, innovative space designs, and comfortable seating, fostering an environment conducive to both leisure reading and professional development. Since its opening, the library has experienced significant user engagement, with projections reaching one million visitors annually, inspiring collaboration with local publishers and bookstores.
Entrepreneurship Education in Sweden
Case of Helsingborg
Reports by two teachers from Shizuoka who experienced internship in Helsingborg in September, 2017
This document from the OECD presents data on education spending and policies across countries. It finds that on average across OECD nations, governments now fund 30% of total tertiary education expenditures. It also shows data on tuition fees, which vary widely internationally, from over $11,000 USD per year in the US to under $2,000 in most European countries. Additionally, the document examines student mobility rates and finds the highest percentages of students studying abroad in countries like New Zealand, Australia and the UK.
This document discusses promoting creativity and self-efficacy in Japanese schools with inspiration from Scandinavia. It has three objectives: 1) To identify school education as a main problem for resilience in Japan's knowledge economy. 2) To describe experimental projects in Japanese schools to promote creativity and self-efficacy in collaboration with Scandinavian countries. 3) To introduce "active learning" in the new Japanese curriculum starting in 2020 for all primary and secondary education subjects.
The Swedish municipality of Motala is running a policy called "Growth via diversity" led by Mayor Elias Georges, who came to Sweden as a refugee from Lebanon in 1980. The seminar will discuss this policy from Swedish and Japanese perspectives. Mayor Georges and Jan Holmberg from Motala Municipality will speak about integrating immigrants and refugees and how it leads to growth. Tomoko Ishii will discuss refugee issues in Japan. The seminar aims to discuss how diversity can promote growth.
The document details a study trip to Japan by members of the Swedish-Japanese Parliamentary Association from March 26 to April 3, 2016. Highlights include meetings with Japanese officials, tours of cultural sites, and discussions on various topics such as defense policy and Japan's aging population. Reflections on the trip note the warm hospitality, organization, and the potential lessons Sweden can learn from Japan.
The document discusses the contributions of a foundation and music school to the field of music. It outlines initiatives and collaborative efforts planned for the year 2018 and beyond. Specific details or examples are not provided in the text.
Cats can provide benefits to those in retirement homes and facilities for people with dementia. Some cats, like Oscar in the US, have shown extraordinary empathy towards weak and elderly residents, reducing loneliness and being a source of joy. While there are potential negatives like allergies or damage to furniture, on the whole cats can provide companionship, a calming influence, and a sense of continuity for residents in their later lives. Facilities must consider responsibilities, sanitation, and what happens to the cat if its owner passes away.
The document discusses the lack of hope among young people in Japan, linking it to inflexible social systems and comparing it with other countries. It presents various statistics on life satisfaction, suicide rates, and the hope of young people based on gender and employment status. Improving the hope of the youth is identified as essential for the future viability of Japanese society.
This document outlines the projects and events of Project 2018, which aims to discuss collaboration opportunities between Sweden and Japan ahead of the 150th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2018. It lists 15 discussion sessions that have occurred between 2013-2016 on topics like education exchange, cultural exchange, innovation, health, film, business, and youth perspectives. The goals are stated as discussing what Sweden and Japan can do together for 2018 and having fun, creative and stimulating discussions during participatory meetings and workshops. Common interests between the two countries are listed as the economy, welfare, and sustainability.
1) Outdoor education is needed in Japan to develop skills for children and educators through utilizing local communities.
2) It can help address declining populations in rural areas by promoting outdoor activities and nature tourism.
3) Evidence shows that outdoor education provides diverse learning environments and styles from textbooks to hands-on activities to foster problem solving, collaboration, and other competencies being emphasized in updates to educational guidelines in 2020.