What is 'Kyoiku' in Japanese?
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Vocabulary related to history, cultural studies, and traditional aspects of Japanese education.
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| 1 | What is 'Kyoiku' in Japanese? | 教育 (Kyoiku) means 'education' or 'training' in Japanese. | Think of the root word for 'educate' in Japanese. |
| 2 | What term refers to traditional Japanese moral education emphasizing values like respect and discipline? | 道徳 (Doutoku) | Related to morals and ethics. |
| 3 | What is the historical term for the Meiji-era education reform that established a universal school system in Japan? | 学制 (Gakusei) | Think of 'system' or 'regulation' in education. |
| 4 | Which term describes the traditional Japanese classroom setting that emphasizes group harmony and collective discipline? | 集団教育 (Shuudan Kyoiku) | Focus on 'group' or 'collective'. |
| 5 | What is the Japanese term for 'moral education' historically emphasized in schools? | 道徳教育 (Doutoku Kyouiku) | Related to morals and ethics education. |
| 6 | What does 'Honne' (本音) refer to in the context of Japanese cultural education? | Honne refers to a person's true feelings or opinions, often contrasted with 'Tatemae' (public facade). | Think of 'honest feelings'. |
| 7 | What is the term for the traditional Japanese educational philosophy emphasizing harmony and respect? | 和 (Wa) | A simple word meaning 'harmony'. |
| 8 | What is the historical significance of the 'Tora no Maki' (Tiger Scroll) in Japanese education? | It is a traditional educational tool or phrase symbolizing discipline and perseverance, often used metaphorically. | Think of perseverance and strength. |
| 9 | What term describes the period of post-WWII educational reform aimed at democratizing Japanese education? | 教育改革 (Kyoiku Kaikaku) | Reform + education. |
| 10 | What is 'Senmon Gakkou' in Japanese education? | 専門学校 (Senmon Gakkou), which means 'specialized training college' or 'vocational school'. | Focus on specialization. |
| 11 | Define 'Shugyo' (修行) in the context of traditional Japanese educational or spiritual training. | 修行 (Shugyo) means 'ascetic training' or 'discipline', often associated with Zen and martial arts training. | Think of rigorous training or discipline. |
| 12 | What does 'Kokugo' (国語) refer to in Japanese education? | 国語 (Kokugo) is the subject of Japanese language and literature taught in schools. | Literally 'national language'. |
| 13 | What is the traditional Japanese education principle that emphasizes lifelong learning and self-discipline? | Jishuku (自粛) or Shūgyō (修行) can embody these principles, with 'shugyo' referring to disciplined training. | Focus on self-imposed discipline. |
| 14 | What is the term for the historical practice of 'Bunbu Ryōdō' (文武両道) in Japanese education? | It means 'literature and martial arts both sides', emphasizing a balanced development of intellectual and physical skills. | Balance of mind and body. |
| 15 | What does the term 'Kōshi' (講師) refer to in the context of Japanese education history? | Kōshi means 'lecturer' or 'instructor', often referring to educators in traditional or early modern schools. | Think of a teacher or lecturer. |
| 16 | What is the significance of 'Nihon no Rekishi' (日本の歴史) in cultural education? | It refers to Japan's history, which is a core component of cultural education to foster national identity. | Japanese history. |
| 17 | What is 'Kōtō Gakkou' (高等学校) in the historical context of Japanese education? | It refers to 'high school', which historically became standardized during the Meiji era as part of modern education reforms. | Higher level school. |
| 18 | What term describes traditional Japanese educational values rooted in Confucianism? | 儒教 (Jukyō) | Related to Confucian teachings. |
| 19 | What does 'Kyoiku Monogatari' (教育物語) refer to? | It refers to stories or narratives about education, often used to illustrate moral or cultural lessons. | Educational stories. |
| 20 | What is the Japanese term for 'school motto' or guiding principle historically used in education? | 校訓 (Kōkun) | School motto or teaching. |
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