Comments on the Educational System in Japan
Professor Leonid V. Kalachev
Department of Mathematical Sciences
The University of Montana
The educational system in Japan is quite different from that in the USA. Recently there is a lot of talk in Japan on the need to reform the educational system. This might sound surprising for the country that enjoyed steady economic growth in recent years that was certainly supported by the current educational system. What has changed in the last couple of years? What are the possible directions of the reforms? How can one tell whether the reforms will lead to progress or regress in the future development of the society?
These questions, as well as general comments on the exchange visit to Toyo University, will be discussed.
Thursday, 19 November 1998
4:10 p.m. in MA 109
Coffee/Tea/Treats 3:30 p.m. in MA 104 (Lounge)
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