[Inquiry-Based Learning x Diagnostic Content] 'Makko' Utilized in High School Inquiry Classes

Gimmick Plus Inc. (Headquarters: Nakano-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yasushi Okamoto) is pleased to announce that its diagnostic content creation tool, 'Makko,' was utilized in the 'Integrated Inquiry' class for second-year students at Fukuoka Futaba High School (Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture). This initiative began when students contacted Makko, expressing their desire to incorporate a diagnostic test into their inquiry presentation. To help shape the students' proactive learning, we provided the 'Makko' tool and supported the creation and publication of their content. This serves as a pioneering case study demonstrating that 'diagnostic content,' typically used in web marketing, can function as an effective tool for proactive learning and communication in educational settings.

Second-year students at Fukuoka Futaba High School, Ms. Matsumoto and Ms. Tanaka, developed a strong sense of purpose after studying for the Japanese Traditional Culture Certification. They wanted to share the appeal of high-end Japanese confectionery (wagashi) with their generation in an accessible way. To realize this vision, the students planned the use of a diagnostic test and reached out to us directly. We provided the 'Makko' tool and technical support to help them turn their research and interviews with wagashi shops into a finished product. The result was the diagnostic content 'Today’s wagashi,' filled with the students' creativity and passion.

This project highlighted several benefits: an engaging format that boosts student motivation, the intuitive nature of the no-code tool, and the ability to involve the audience through 'participatory' presentations. While diagnostic content has primarily been used for product recommendations and web promotions, this case represents a new application for sharing learning outcomes and sparking interest in education. Gimmick Plus Inc. will continue to promote the use of 'diagnostic content' across various sectors, including educational institutions, local governments, and community organizations.