Resist the Vocabulary Mascot Language is a powerful tool that allows us to communicate our thoughts, emotions, and ideas. And at the core of language lie words - the building blocks that construct meaning and expression. However, there is a harmful trend in education that often goes unnoticed - the use of vocabulary mascots. Vocabulary mascots are often cute and cuddly characters that are assigned to specific words. The intention is to make learning vocabulary more engaging and fun for students. While this may seem harmless, it actually does more harm than good.
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While this may seem harmless, it actually does more harm than good. One of the main issues with vocabulary mascots is that they create a false sense of understanding. When students associate a character with a word, they may develop a superficial understanding of the word, focusing more on the mascot than the actual meaning and usage of the word.
Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai” 10th Anniversary Blu-ray & DVD to Release on January 18, 2023
The Tokyo leg of the Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary tour, an event that combined 3DCG live performances by Hatsune Miku and other virtual singers with a special exhibition that allowed visitors to experience the joy of creating, came to a successful conclusion on September 4. The upcoming Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary Blu-ray & DVD, which contains the final night show in Tokyo, will be available on January 18, 2023.
Both the regular and limited editions contain the complete final show. The limited edition bonus discs include the daily songs not performed on the final night as well as a video titled “Focus on Singers,” which focuses on the virtual singers. There will also be a 10th Anniversary Edition. In addition to special 10th anniversary packaging, this edition will include a CD with a commemorative song performed by the artists associated with Magical Mirai . The package visuals were drawn by KEI, the illustrator who drew the main “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary visual. The reverse side visuals were drawn by NOCO , who was in charge of the costume design.
Official website package page
https://magicalmirai.com/package/
Setlist
Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary in Tokyo setlist (September 4, night show) 1. Next Nest
Artist: Satsuki ga Tenkomori / Singer: Hatsune Miku
2. Vampire
Artist: DECO*27 / Singer: Hatsune Miku
3. Bless Your Breath
Artist: Takeaki Wada / Singer: Hatsune Miku
4. Okochama Sensou
Artist: Giga / Singer: Kagamine Rin/Len
5. Watashi no Koi wa Hellfire
Artist: SLAVE.V-V-R / Singer: MEIKO
6. FLASH
Artist: Kashii Moimi / Singer: KAITO
7. #feel lonely
Artist: Iori Kanzaki / Singer: Kagamine Len
8. Genius Rock
Artist: KarasuyaSabou / Kagamine Rin
9. Suna no Wakusei
Artist: Hachi / Singer: Hatsune Miku
10. 39 Music!
Artist: MikitoP / Singer: Hatsune Miku
11. Hatsune Creation Myth
Artist: cosMo@Bousou-P / Singer: Hatsune Miku
12. dreamin chuchu
Artist: emon(Tes.) / Singer: Megurine Luka
13. Dr. Funk Beat
Artist: nyanyannya / Singer: KAITO
14. Doubleganger
Artist: KulfiQ / Singer: Kagamine Rin & Hatsune Miku
15. Someday'z Coming
Artist: Shoten Taro / Singer: Megurine Luka
16. Loading Memories
Artist: SekikomiGohan / Singer: Hatsune Miku
17. Greenlights Serenade
Artist: Omoi / Singer: Hatsune Miku
18. Minna Miku Miku ni Shite Ageru
Artist: MOSAIC.WAV & Tsuruta Kamo / Hatsune Miku
19. ODDS &ENDS
Artist: ryo ( supercell ) / Singer: Hatsune Miku
20. Hoshi no Kakera
Artist: Hirasawa Eiji / Singer: Hatsune Miku
21. Because You're Here
Artist: PinocchioP / Singer: Hatsune Miku
22. Future Eve
Artist: sasakure.UK / Singer: Hatsune Miku
23. Hand in Hand
Artist: livetune / Singer: Hatsune Miku
24. DECORATOR
Artist: livetune / Singer: Hatsune Miku
25. Blessing
Artist: halyosy / Singer: Hatsune Miku, Kagamine Rin/Len, Megurine Luka, KAITO, MEIKO
Product name: Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary
Release date: January 18, 2023 (Wed)
Production rights: TOKYO MX / Crypton Future Media , Inc.
Distributor: FlyingDog, Inc.
Blu-ray
■ Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary (10th Anniversary Edition [Limited Production]) Price: ¥15,290 (inc. tax), Product No.: VTZL-217
■ Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary (Blu-ray Limited Edition)
Price: ¥9,900 (inc. tax), Product No.: VTZL-218
■ Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary (Blu-ray Regular Edition)
Price: ¥6,380 (inc. tax), Product No.: VTXL-45
DVD
■ Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary (DVD Limited Edition)
Price: ¥8,800 (inc. tax), Product No.: VTZL-219
■ Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary (DVD Regular Edition)
Price: ¥5,280 (inc. tax), Product No.: VTBL-43
*Both Blu-ray and DVD versions are region free.
★Package visuals / Art by KEI, NOCO
Limited edition contents
- Three-sided sleeve case
Front: Illustration by KEI (same as regular edition)
Back: Illustration by NOCO 10th anniversary jacket
- Special book (details to be announced at a later date)
- Original bonuses (details to be announced at a later date)
- Bonus video disk (details to be announced at a later date)
Bonus disk contents
- Live concert & behind-the-scenes documentary
- Exhibition digest
- Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai 10th” Daily Songs (details to be announced at a later date) - Focus on Singers live video (details to be announced at a later date)
*Only Daily Songs and Focus on Singers will be available in 5.1ch with Japanese subtitles *The bonus disk will be a Blu-ray for the Blu-ray version and a DVD for the DVD version *Footage from the Sapporo concert is not included
10th Anniversary Edition bonus contents
- Memorial song CD (details to be announced at a later date)
- 10th anniversary bonus video disk (details to be announced at a later date) - 10th anniversary packaging
- Special book (details to be announced at a later date) *Same as the limited edition - Original bonuses (details to be announced at a later date) *Same as the limited edition - Bonus video disk (details to be announced at a later date) *Same as the limited edition
■ What is Hatsune Miku? https://piapro.net
Hatsune Miku is a virtual singer developed by Crypton Future Media , Inc. By entering lyrics and a melody, anyone can make her sing. The movement took off when a large number of creators created music with Hatsune Miku and uploaded their songs to the Internet. She has also attracted attention as a character and is now active as a virtual singer in a variety of fields, including merchandising and live performances, and her popularity is spreading around the world.
*Kagamine Rin/Len, Megurine Luka, KAITO, MEIKO are also virtual singers by Crypton Future Media , Inc.
Product name: Hatsune Miku “Magical Mirai ” 10th Anniversary
Release date: January 18, 2023 (Wed)
This can lead to the mistaken belief that they truly know the word when in reality, their knowledge is limited to the mascot and not the word itself. Moreover, vocabulary mascots can be a distraction in the learning process. Instead of engaging with the word in its proper context and exploring its nuances, students may fixate on the mascot, diverting their attention away from the actual word. This leaves them ill-equipped to use the word effectively in their writing and conversations. Furthermore, the use of vocabulary mascots can perpetuate stereotypes and bias. Many mascots are often based on cultural or ethnic stereotypes, reinforcing shallow understandings and potentially contributing to cultural insensitivity among students. This not only undermines cultural diversity but also limits students' exposure to different perspectives and experiences. It's important to resist the use of vocabulary mascots in education and focus on promoting a deeper and more meaningful understanding of words. Instead of relying on mascots, educators should encourage students to engage with words in their natural contexts, promoting critical thinking skills and a more comprehensive grasp of language. By resisting the use of vocabulary mascots, we can empower students to develop a genuine love for words and language, fostering their ability to effectively communicate and express themselves..
Reviews for "Why the vocabulary mascot isn't the solution to vocabulary learning"
1. John - 2 stars:
I found "Resist the Vocabulary Mascot" to be quite tedious and unengaging. The main character felt one-dimensional and the story lacked depth. The vocabulary exercises were also very repetitive and didn't provide much challenge. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and wouldn't recommend it to others.
2. Emily - 3 stars:
While "Resist the Vocabulary Mascot" had an interesting concept, I felt that the execution fell short. The writing style was overly simplistic and the dialogue felt unnatural. The plot also seemed rushed and didn't allow for proper character development. Additionally, the vocabulary lessons felt forced and disconnected from the narrative. I had high hopes for this book, but it didn't meet my expectations.
3. Mark - 2 stars:
"Resist the Vocabulary Mascot" was a letdown for me. The story lacked coherence and felt disjointed. The vocabulary exercises were often unrelated to the plot and felt like an unnecessary addition. The pacing was also inconsistent, with some parts dragging on while others were rushed. Overall, I found this book to be a frustrating reading experience.