Waldorf School Education - Miyu TOKUMOTO


 I was impressed that Waldorf education does not rely on traditional grading systems, but instead values each student’s individual expression. I also found it interesting that they include elements which help students feel the four seasons, as this seems to create a more comfortable and supportive learning environment.


On the other hand, having the same teacher for a long time can be a good way for teachers to understand their students deeply. However, if the relationship between the student and the teacher is not good, it could become a stressful experience for the student.


In my opinion, using grades and tests is a clear way to show a student’s effort and achievement. But I also believe it is important to look at the learning process. This helps us understand why a student did well on a test, or, if the result was not good, how they can improve in the future.


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  1. Hanako IwatsukiJuly 9, 2025 at 3:04 PM

    I agree that Waldorf school education is interesting. Do you think this method will be introduced into Japan?

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    1. Miyu TOKUMOTOJuly 9, 2025 at 3:44 PM

      I think many schools have already introduced this system. In fact, my younger brother has been giving presentations since he was in junior high school, although he still had to take tests.

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  2. Aoi MatsumotoJuly 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM

    Good perspective!Keep going😉

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  3. Chompunud (New)July 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM

    I agree with you that Waldorf school has an interesting techniques to teach students. For example, they focus on story telling and experiment of the students rather than relying on giving examinations of students.

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    1. Miyu TOKUMOTOJuly 9, 2025 at 3:47 PM

      I agree, but at the same time I feel that if they don't introduce some tests, students' concentration will wane.

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  4. MilaeJuly 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM

    I totally agree with your opinion. The Waldorf education system is interesting but grades and tests are also important.

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    1. Miyu TOKUMOTOJuly 9, 2025 at 3:48 PM

      Getting high test scores is also an important goal for students.

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  5. David WoodfieldJuly 9, 2025 at 3:53 PM

    I agree with you, if tests are given and results collected, teachers should try to use these results to help them assist their students to improve. In other words, tests should not only be evaluative, they should also be diagnostic.
    David :-)

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  6. Meri OBARAJuly 11, 2025 at 1:30 AM

    I'm interested in your opinion that using grades and tests is a clear way to show a student’s effort and achievement! And I agree with you that it's important to look at students' learning processes.

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