Toru Kumon

GPTKB entity

Properties (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Person
gptkbp:almaMater gptkb:Kinki_University
gptkbp:awards Honorary_Doctorate_from_Kinki_University
gptkbp:born April 1914
gptkbp:children 3
gptkbp:contribution Development of self-learning methods
gptkbp:died July 1995
gptkbp:field Education
gptkbp:founded gptkb:Kumon_Institute_of_Education
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:Osaka,_Japan
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Toru Kumon
gptkbp:inception 1958
gptkbp:influence Global education systems
gptkbp:influencedBy Mathematics
gptkbp:knownFor Kumon_Method
gptkbp:language Japanese
gptkbp:legacy Kumon_franchise_worldwide
gptkbp:nationality Japanese
gptkbp:occupation Educator
gptkbp:philosophy Learning through practice
gptkbp:residence gptkb:Japan
gptkbp:spouse Toshiko_Kumon
gptkbp:subject Mathematics
Reading
gptkbp:technique Cognitive development
Feedback mechanisms
Community involvement
Self-paced learning
Progress tracking
Regular assessments
Encouraging creativity
Parental involvement
Goal setting
Cultural sensitivity
Individualized learning plans
Focus on problem-solving skills
Motivational techniques
Focus on critical thinking
Lifelong learning principles
Supplemental materials
Building confidence
Encouragement of independence
Structured curriculum
Promoting collaboration
Promoting resilience
Focus on emotional intelligence
Emphasis on practice
Encouraging perseverance
Integration of subjects
Adaptation to student needs
Encouraging self-reflection
Assessment of learning outcomes
Adaptation to educational trends
Creating a positive learning environment
Encouraging goal-oriented behavior
Focus on mastery
Fostering a growth mindset
Incremental progression
Use of worksheets
Utilizing peer learning
Utilizing technology
Diagnostic_testing