This research will examine the status of localization of extracurricular activities (Tokkatsu) introduced and conducted in elementary schools in Egypt and clarify the effect on non-cognitive skills, said to be an element that supports individual and social well-being. In addition, in collaboration with Egyptian educators, we will develop a global standard Japanese-style education model based on international universality and ethics, through the creation of a diploma program aimed at quality assurance.
As well as generating a synergistic effect with ongoing ODA projects in Egypt, with the cooperation of the Cairo Japanese School, the project will contribute to reinforcing a multi-layered network of human resources. Moreover, through collaboration with the Japanese Association for the Study of Extracurricular Activities, we aim to share the survey results with Japanese educational institutions and leverage them to the internationalization of education in Japan, as well as to generate knowledge that will contribute to the future improvement of education in countries known as the Global South.
| Project type | 2023 Research Project |
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| Project name | Study on internationalization and quality assurance of extracurricular activities (Tokkatsu) aimed at fostering non-cognitive skills ~ Verification of the benefits of Tokkatsu in Egypt, a frontrunner in Japanese-style education ~ |
| Country | Egypt |
| Other (Website) | Website of “Study on internationalization and quality assurance of Tokkatsu aimed at fostering non-cognitive skills” |
| January 19, 2024 | |
| Information on reports, achievements and events related to “Study on internationalization and quality assurance of Tokkatsu aimed at fostering non-cognitive skills: Verification of the benefits of Tokkatsu in Egypt, a frontrunner in Japanese-style education”. | |
| Paper |
The Relationship Between Social-Emotional Learning and Lesson Study From the Perspective of Teachers and Trainers: A Case Study of Tokkatsu in Egypt Tetsuo Kyomen; Nobuhiro Setoguchi Bulletin of Institute of Education, University of Tsukuba/50(1)/pp.119-131, 2025-10 |
| October 30, 2025 | |
| This paper explores the relationship between social-emotional learning (SEL) and lesson study based on the narratives of teachers and trainers working on Tokkatsu in Egypt. In Egypt, in conjunction with lesson studies supported by the TO, Tokkatsu is understood as a philosophy that permeates the entire curriculum, rather than a specific activity. This study revealed that relationships, both among students and between students and teachers, changed positively. This indicates that through engagement in Tokkatsu, students and teachers can potentially gain the fundamental behaviors and attitudes necessary for lesson study. A circular relationship is established in which improvements in Tokkatsu practice spill over to strengthen the ability to teach academic subjects and collegiality, thereby revitalizing lesson study. These results suggest that the simultaneous introduction of SEL and lesson study is more successful. |
Person in charge：Tetsuo Kyomen
E-mail：kyomen@human.tsukuba.ac.jp
