The Parent Coaching Institute (PCI) announced that a selection from founder Gloria DeGaetano's book Screen Smarts has been reprinted in a Japanese textbook used by Kwansei Gakuin University (KGU). The reprint appears in two editions, one current through 2027 and another for 2027-2029, published by Kyogakusha of Kyoto. The textbook includes a Japanese translation and explanation of the section "As Children Grow: Screen Influence" to aid high school students in grasping its meaning and grammatical nuances.
KGU, a prestigious institution with campuses in Nishinomiya, Sanda, Osaka, and Tokyo, partners with 320 universities and 60 organizations globally. DeGaetano expressed honor at being contacted by KGU, noting their meticulous attention to detail ensured a smooth reprint process. The 2027-2029 edition is affiliated with KGU's Schools of Theology, Sociology, Economics, International Studies, and Education.
The publisher, Kyogakusha, specializes in compiling past university entrance exams to provide authentic practice materials at affordable prices for high school students, typically around 17 years old, who may lack access to private tutoring. DeGaetano emphasized the enduring relevance of her message: "The more children stare into a two-dimensional flat surface, the less their brain develops optimally. Tech cannot do what sensory and lived experiences do to help little humans flourish." This principle underpins the parent coach training program she developed at PCI.
The Parent Coaching Institute, founded in 2000, is recognized as an innovative leader in family support. Its year-long, online Parent Coach Certification® program, offered in affiliation with Southern New Hampshire University, enrolls highly skilled professionals through an application process. Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Fall Term, beginning mid-September, with a deadline of September 1. For more information, visit www.ThePCI.org.
This reprint underscores the global impact of DeGaetano's work on screen time and child development, highlighting the importance of balancing technology with real-world experiences. The inclusion in a Japanese textbook introduces these concepts to a new generation of students and educators, potentially influencing parenting practices and educational approaches in Japan.
