
Osaka City Seeks Partners for Non-Cognitive Skills Survey
Osaka City is embarking on an important initiative to understand and foster the non-cognitive skills of its young residents. To support this endeavor, the city is actively seeking collaboration with businesses and organizations through a tender process for the “Osaka City Non-Cognitive Skills Survey Implementation Project.” This project aims to comprehensively assess and promote these crucial life skills among children and youth.
What are Non-Cognitive Skills?
Non-cognitive skills, often referred to as “soft skills” or “21st-century skills,” encompass a wide range of attributes that go beyond academic knowledge. These include:
- Perseverance and Grit: The ability to stick with tasks and overcome challenges.
- Self-Control and Self-Regulation: Managing emotions, impulses, and behavior effectively.
- Motivation and Goal Setting: Having the drive to pursue objectives and the ability to plan.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Working effectively with others towards a common goal.
- Communication Skills: Expressing ideas clearly and listening actively.
- Curiosity and Open-mindedness: A willingness to learn and explore new ideas.
- Resilience: The capacity to bounce back from setbacks.
These skills are increasingly recognized as vital for success not only in academic settings but also in personal relationships, career development, and overall well-being.
The Project’s Objectives:
The Osaka City Non-Cognitive Skills Survey Implementation Project seeks to achieve the following:
- Accurate Assessment: Develop and implement a reliable and valid survey to measure various non-cognitive skills among students.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Gather comprehensive data on the current levels of these skills within the city.
- Understanding and Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of how non-cognitive skills develop and how they can be effectively nurtured.
- Support for Educational Initiatives: Provide valuable insights to inform and enhance educational programs and strategies aimed at fostering these skills.
- Contribution to Child Development: Ultimately, contribute to the holistic development of children and youth in Osaka City.
Call for Collaborators:
Osaka City is looking for experienced and capable partners to undertake the complex task of implementing this survey. Potential collaborators are invited to submit their proposals, demonstrating their expertise in areas such as:
- Survey design and methodology.
- Data collection and management.
- Statistical analysis and reporting.
- Experience in working with educational institutions or young people.
- Understanding of child psychology and development.
How to Participate:
Interested parties can find detailed information regarding the tender specifications, application procedures, and submission deadlines on the official Osaka City website. The announcement, titled “「大阪市非認知能力調査に係る試験実施事業」実施にむけた協力事業者の募集について” (Regarding the Recruitment of Collaborating Businesses for the Implementation of the Osaka City Non-Cognitive Skills Survey Project), was published on August 8, 2025, at 05:00 AM.
This initiative presents a valuable opportunity for organizations to contribute to a significant social objective and play a vital role in shaping the future success and well-being of Osaka’s youth. Osaka City is committed to fostering an environment where every child can thrive by developing these essential life skills.
「大阪市非認知能力調査に係る試験実施事業」実施にむけた協力事業者の募集について
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