Kwansei Gakuin University and Fujitsu conducted a demonstration experiment of distance learning by connecting a special needs school in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo and Churaumi Aquarium in Motobu Town, Okinawa Prefecture by 5G communication.In addition to the explanation of the aquarium keeper, the video taken by the underwater drone was also transmitted, and the children enjoyed the off-campus learning as if they were visiting the site while in Tokyo.
According to Kwansei Gakuin University, the demonstration experiment aims to send high-definition images in real time and verify whether it is possible to proceed with distance learning, and NTT DoCoMo will provide a 5G pre-service network environment and compatible terminals. I received it and carried it out.
The students who took the class were the children of the Tokyo Metropolitan Komei Gakuen Soyokaze Branch School.Connected to Churaumi Aquarium via 5G communication, commentary on the ecology and characteristics of whale sharks, relaying whale shark feeding with 4K high-definition live video, and underwater recording of whale sharks and other sharks taken by divers and underwater drones The video was released as a fish-eye video using VR (Virtual Reality) technology.
Kansai Gakuin University and Fujitsu will target 2019 junior high school students who are students of Yokohama Minami Special Education School in Minami-ku, Yokohama at the end of December 12 and are admitted to Kanagawa Children's Medical Center. We are proceeding with a demonstration experiment of distance learning that connects Sea Paradise.
Kwansei Gakuin University will continue to collaborate with Fujitsu to conduct virtual and simulated experiences, aiming to put remote lessons to practical use using 5G technology.
