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 students
Presentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of students
Presentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of students
Presentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of students
Presentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of students
Presentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of students
Presentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of students
Presentations and discussions of aspects about Japanese society by groups of students
Overall 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