Center for Meta-Learning (CML)
Meta-learning is an autonomous thinking process aimed at improving one's own learning ability. It involves applying already acquired learning methods to all learning opportunities, maximizing their value, and becoming aware of one's own self-improvement. The process of asking "What to learn," "Why to learn," and "How to learn" is also included in meta-learning.
The Center for Meta-Learning (CML) plays a leading role in consciously implementing the meta-learning process to enrich learning throughout the entire Future University community, primarily among students and faculty members.
The Center for Meta-Learning (CML), comprised of experts and practitioners from various fields, aims to connect educational practices and research for improvement conducted within the university, support the development of the educational environment at Future University, and disseminate its achievements both domestically and internationally.
Initiatives
Meta-learning fundamentals
Meta Learning Lab Management
Meta-Learning LabThis program provides one-on-one learning support between student tutors and learners. Instead of directly providing answers to problems learners cannot solve on their own, the tutors work together to clarify areas of difficulty and help learners think through the problem together. Through this learning support, the program aims to help learners re-evaluate their own learning methods and acquire effective learning skills for the future.
Virtual English Program (VEP)
This online course is designed specifically for first and second-year students of our university, with the aim of improving their English proficiency. Its primary objectives are to enhance reading comprehension, listening skills, and vocabulary acquisition. The vocabulary content is tailored to the specific specialization of Future University. Students are required to consistently work on various online assignments, and credits will be awarded upon sufficient completion of these assignments.
Pre-admission education (English/mathematics)
Implementation of pre-enrollment education for prospective students through the Comprehensive Entrance Exam and the Entrance Exam on School Recommendation.
This program is designed to help prospective students who have passed the Comprehensive Entrance Exam and Entrance Exam on School Recommendation transition smoothly into university studies. It consists of correspondence assignments and online courses.
extracurricular education
Operation of Connections Cafe
Connections CafeThis is a space dedicated to English communication. It utilizes open spaces within the school to provide students with opportunities to practice English and learn about different cultures.
Implementation of supplementary math lessons and tutoring.
To assist first-year undergraduate students with their required courses in Analysis I and II, we offer supplementary lectures on high school mathematics (Mathematics III, Mathematics II, and Mathematics B).
educational evaluation
Student English proficiency assessment using the TOEIC Bridge test
We administer the TOEIC Bridge test twice a year. The first test is administered in July to all first-year undergraduate students, and the second test is administered in January to all second-year undergraduate students. The test results are used to assess students' English proficiency.
Self-assessment of learning achievement
At Future University, a "Self-Assessment of Learning Achievement" is being implemented as an initiative for students to understand their own learning achievements.2019 2019 This program is implemented from the second semester. The purpose of the self-assessment of learning achievement is for students to evaluate how well they have achieved the learning objectives outlined in the university's diploma policy and curriculum policy, and to enable them to set goals and plans for achieving those objectives. By continuously evaluating students from their first year until graduation, we hope they will be able to feel their own growth and continue learning with a clear purpose.
Improving the professional skills of faculty and staff
Professional Development (PD)
This initiative aims to improve the knowledge and skills of university faculty and staff related to educational guidance and university administration.
Promotion of research projects focused on education and meta-learning
The university actively allocates research funds to improve teaching methods, including active learning, flipped classrooms, and training for teaching assistants and tutors.
History
| 2007 | CML Preparatory Committee Established |
| 2008 | CML Establishment Center Director: Professor MIMA Noyuri |
| 2011 | Commencement of employment for full-time CML faculty |
| 2012 - 2013 | Center Director: Professor Yasuhiro Katagiri |
| 2014 - 2015 | Center Director: Professor Michael Vallance |
| 2016 - 2017 | Center Director: Professor Keiji Hirata |
| 2018 - 2021 | Center Director: Professor Atsuko Tominaga |
| 2022 - 2024 | Center Director: Professor Edson Tadashi Miyamoto |
| 2025- | Center Director: Professor Damian Rivers |
Management system
Management structure (Fiscal Year 7 2025 ）
Center Director: Professor, Center for Meta-Learning (CML) RIVERS Damian