School Non-Attendance Hits Record High: A Time for Parents and Teachers to Adopt a 'Third Way' of Engagement

A Shortage of Support During a Transformative Era in Learning

According to the latest survey by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, the number of non-attending elementary and junior high school students reached 353,970, marking a record high for the 12th consecutive year. As the rapid spread of AI causes the premise of 'what and how we learn' to shift, parents and teachers are increasingly struggling with how to engage with children. In response, experts in inquiry-based learning founded the Tankyu Acceleration Organization (TAO) in April 2026.

Inquiry Navigator Certification Course (Starting June 15)

Education often carries a strong connotation of 'teaching,' but the core value should be 'learning.' The Inquiry Navigator Certification Course consists of four stages, from introductory to trainer levels. The introductory course is a 10-session on-demand program. Participants learn systematic skills to foster students' autonomy and accompany them as they find their own paths. A digital certificate will be issued to those who complete the course.

Bringing 'Inquiry Navigators' to Every Corner of Society

Our mission is to foster inquiry navigators who support the shift from knowledge-based education to education that values curiosity and cultivates the power of independent inquiry. Led by experts such as Kunihiko Yahagi and Toshiki Sumitani, TAO provides a consistent knowledge framework. For more details, please visit our official website.