Episode
The eight competencies developed at Ritsumeikan Academy.
We introduce how they are developed through daily experiences, along with diverse episodes.
*These episodes are based on responses actually submitted by students at every level of education—including elementary, junior high, and high school students, as well as university and graduate students—in the Quantitative Survey for Ritsumeikan Academy Competency Framework conducted in the 2024 academic year. Information that could identify individuals has been removed or modified before publication.
Competency
Episode
- Classes
- StudyAbroad
- ExtracurricularActivities
- ClubsAndSocieties
- StudyingOutsideOfClass
- Research
- SchoolEvents
- ExtracurricularLessons
- Community
- Family
- FriendsAndPeers
- TeachersAndMentors
- Goals
- Effort
- Achievement
- Growth
- Collaboration
- SeekingAdvice
- GivingUp
- Worries
- Happiness
- Anxiety
- Confidence
- Change
- EntranceExamsAndQualifications
- JobHuntingAndInternships
- PartTimeJobs
As I started the IB program, I learned the importance to continuously set goals for myself to study efficiency. Since I had the challenge of managing my time and finishing my assignments efficiently, I gradually developed the habit to set goals for each assignment in detail, including the date I want to complete the assignment and the main points I want to work on.
Initiative
I think I was able to achieved to be initiative through the exams. Every exams, I wasn't able to do as good as I wished for, but I didn't stop by that but reflected in the exam and though about what worked well, and what I need to develop. Every exams, I set a higher goal which can lead to my own development.
Initiative
My understanding improved the more I tried my best and took more ownership of my own work of studies and club. Especially in biology, where I improved my understanding the more I studied and asked the teacher questions, taking ownership and responsibility of my studies.
Understanding
When i was working with my group, my group wasn't as successfully at communicating and we had to rush at the end of the due date for the project. However, for other groups, they were successful by diving the work and having good communication, which I thought that was good teamwork.
Teamwork
I think I acquired to the greatest degree in resilience through the Koufusai Preparation after the summer holiday. As I helped in the preparation and planning team of the class event, I faced several troubles such as not having much time left, different opinions within class, and the financial aspects. Through this experience, I learned the importance of having responsibility and communication, which built my resilience.
Resilience
In my mathematics class I often faced hardships with connecting certain topics to each other and deeply understanding the topics. although I felt neglected by my lack in ability, I was able to make that my drive and motivation towards studying maths. Because of my consistent fight against math, I was able to get a Rits 4 grade in my final math score.
Resilience
During school, especially in classes such as Math class, there were times where I constantly got a low score in quizzes and exams. However, after reviewing the material and learning from my mistakes, I was able to build resilience and strive for higher results.
Resilience
After every test (finals and midterm) I always reflect on my test and why I made those mistakes. This helps me understand the topic better but also leads to getting better grades next time.
Initiative
Even if i get a bad grade on a test, it teaches me to over come them and be better.
Teamwork