Regarding the utilization of English private exams and the introduction of descriptive questions in the university entrance common test after 2025, Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita concluded that it would be difficult to eliminate regional disparities and secure a fair scoring system. Based on the recommendations of the Council of Experts, he expressed his intention not to implement it.
Regarding the utilization of the English private examination, which was the pillar of the entrance examination reform in the university entrance examination after 2025, and the introduction of descriptive questions in Japanese and mathematics, the Council of Experts of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology decided to eliminate the disparity between regions and the economy. As it is difficult to secure a fair scoring system, this month we have compiled a proposal to conclude that it will be difficult to realize and submitted it to the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita.
Regarding this, Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Hagita said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, "I was aware of this issue from the beginning of the minister's inauguration. I decided not to link it, "he said, saying that he would not implement the use of the English private exam and the introduction of written questions in Japanese and mathematics.
On the other hand, he said, "We do not deny the importance of judging expressiveness and independence with descriptive expressions and acquiring the four English skills firmly." He expressed the idea that individual entrance examinations at the university should be taken.