Educational and Research Policy
In response to the growing demand for enhancing teachers' competencies, the Cooperative Faculty of Education was established in 2020 in collaboration with Gunma University. Building on the achievements both universities have cultivated within their respective regions, we are undertaking major curriculum reforms aimed at future-oriented education, thereby realizing more advanced teacher training programs.
At the Cooperative Faculty of Education, students can attend a wide range of in-depth lectures delivered by faculty members from both universities through an interactive distance learning system. These media-based classes promote student interaction beyond institutional boundaries, fostering deeper learning. At the same time, each university continues to evolve as a teacher-training institution rooted in its local community. We aim to nurture educators who are attentive to children, support their growth, and continue learning and developing themselves, thereby contributing to education in local communities.
Key Features of Education and Activities
1. Homeroom Guidance System with Multidisciplinary Classes"
Students are organized into interdisciplinary classes composed of members from different fields. Each class is assigned a faculty advisor who provides continuous guidance throughout the four years. Students take some classes together and participate in extracurricular activities unique to each class. Through interaction with peers pursuing different specialties, students develop collaboration skills and teamwork abilities required in today's society.
2. Well-structured and Comprehensive Practical Teaching Curriculum
To develop teaching competencies over four years, practical teaching courses are arranged at each academic level. In the first year, students build motivation for the teaching profession; in the second year, they gain extended experience in educational settings; and in the third and fourth years, they engage in full-scale teaching practicums. This step-by-step curriculum design helps deepen students' understanding of the teaching profession and fosters future educators.
3.Detailed Career Support for Teaching Positions
The faculty has its own career support office, where experienced staff with teaching backgrounds provide personalized assistance. In addition, alumni associations and career support committees organize seminars for teacher employment examinations. These include preparation for the first-stage written exams as well as comprehensive support for second-stage assessments such as interviews and essay writing, strongly supporting students in passing recruitment exams.
Schoolteacher Training Course
The Cooperative Faculty of Education at Utsunomiya University consists of four major clusters:
- Human Development and Education Sciences
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Arts, Life, and Health Sciences
Within these clusters, there are 13 specialized fields:
Education, Educational Psychology, Special Needs Education, Japanese Language, Social Studies, English, Mathematics, Science, Technology (Industrial Arts), Music, Fine Arts, Health and Physical Education, and Home Economics.