Career Design II University of Tsukuba

Course Overview
In this course, we will read about and discuss various topics related to current Japanese issues which will be beneficial for employment following graduation.
Learning Achievement
In this class we are aiming to: -Understand the current issues of Japan and its background. -Gain knowledge of what you are interested in and become an expert of the topic you choose. -Understand the global picture of Japanese society, tradition, rules, social customs, history, and unique characteristics of the Japanese people/society, or future of Japan. -Present your ideas and your research results clearly, and teach your classmates.
Competence
Communication ability 25% Ability for critical and creative thinking 25% Broad perspective and international character 25% Cooperative, independent, and autonomous attitudes 25%
Course prerequisites
None
Grading Philosophy
Class discussion (10%) Participating in forum (10%) Quizzes (10%) Assignments 30% Final Examination 40%
Course schedule
Recent issues of Japan (as demonstration of the class procedure.)Presentations and discussions about aspects of Japanese society by groups of studentsPresentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of studentsPresentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of studentsPresentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of studentsPresentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of studentsPresentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of studentsPresentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of studentsPresentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of studentsOverall feedback and comprehensive quiz
Course type
Lectures
Online Course Requirement
Instructor
Yamamoto Chinami
Other information
Students are expected to participate actively, to do their research for their presentations, and to respect one another during the presentations and discussions.
Site for Inquiry
Link to the syllabus provided by the university