科目ナンバー

JU-EN1-002M,JU-EN2-006M

履修条件・関連科目等

授業で使用する言語

日本語／英語

授業で使用する言語（その他の言語）

授業の概要

Important Notice
All classes will be conducted using both English and Japanese.

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This course delves into the imaginative worlds of science fiction through a curated selection of short stories spanning the 20th century. Science fiction offers a unique lens to explore humanity’s greatest hopes, fears, and questions about the future. By examining themes such as alien intelligence, artificial intelligence, morality, and the impact of technology, we will uncover the ways in which this genre challenges societal norms and imagines new possibilities.

The chosen authors—ranging from early pioneers like Stanley G. Weinbaum to literary icons like Ursula K. Le Guin—represent a diversity of voices and approaches within the genre. These works, written across decades, highlight the evolution of science fiction as a medium for both critique and creativity. Through discussion, analysis, and reflection, students will engage deeply with the texts and develop a greater understanding of science fiction’s role in shaping cultural and intellectual thought.

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Attendance Policy

Absences:
-A maximum of 3 absences is allowed throughout the year; exceeding this limit (4 or more absences) will result in automatic failure of the class.
-Excused absences are limited to health issues, requiring a doctor’s note (receipts are not accepted).
-Extracurricular activities (clubs, circles, etc.) are not considered valid excuses.

Lateness:
-Students arriving within 5 minutes of the bell are not considered late.
-Students who arrive 20 minutes after class starts will be marked as absent.
-Two instances of lateness equal one absence.
-Chronic lateness policy: Students who habitually arrive within the 5-minute grace period will be addressed individually. Repeated patterns may result in penalties, such as a participation grade reduction.

Train Delays:
-Train delays are excused up to two times, with a physical confirmation paper provided.

Excused Absences Documentation
Valid Documentation for Excused Absences
・Excused absences are only granted for health-related issues, verified by a doctor’s note (診断書).
・Notes must explicitly mention the dates the student is unable to attend. Receipts or vague statements (e.g., "seen in clinic") will not be accepted.
・For train delays, students must provide an official delay certificate (紙の遅延証明書).

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Rubric for Presentations (40 points total)
Content and Analysis (10 points)
・10–9 points: Demonstrates strong understanding and critical analysis of the material, with accurate and well-supported ideas.
・8–7 points: Covers the main ideas with some analysis but may lack depth or include minor inaccuracies.
・6–4 points: Limited understanding or analysis, with noticeable gaps in explanation or accuracy.
・3–1 points: Minimal effort, with off-topic, superficial, or poorly developed content.

Organisation and Structure (10 points)
・10–9 points: Presentation is clearly structured with a strong introduction, logical progression of ideas, and a clear conclusion.
・8–7 points: Mostly well-organised but may have minor lapses in structure or transitions.
・6–4 points: Organisation is uneven, making parts of the presentation difficult to follow.
・3–1 points: Lacks clear organisation, with significant structural problems.

Delivery and Communication (10 points)
・10–9 points: Speaker is confident, clear, and engaging, with effective pacing, tone, and eye contact.
・8–7 points: Speaker is generally clear but may show minor issues with confidence, pacing, or engagement.
・6–4 points: Delivery lacks consistency or clarity, making the presentation difficult to follow.
・3–1 points: Minimal effort in delivery; presentation is hard to understand.

Engagement and Visual Aids (5 points)
・5 points: Visual aids are clear, relevant, and effectively support the presentation; the speaker actively engages the audience.
・4–3 points: Visual aids are used but may be unclear, overly dense, or only loosely connected to the content.
・2–1 points: Minimal or ineffective use of visual aids and little attempt to engage the audience.

Response to Questions and Language Consistency (5 points)
・5 points: Responds to questions clearly and accurately, demonstrating strong understanding. Spoken English is consistent with the level demonstrated in the presentation.
・4–3 points: Responds to most questions adequately, though explanations may lack depth or fluency. Spoken English generally aligns with the presentation level.
・2 points: Responses show limited understanding or difficulty forming coherent answers; noticeable gap between presentation language and spoken responses.
・1 point: Unable to meaningfully respond to questions; responses indicate minimal comprehension of the presented material.

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Missed Assignments Policy

1. Quizzes
・Quizzes can only be taken during the scheduled class time.
・Quizzes taken without permission by students who are absent from class will not be counted toward the final grade.
Missed quizzes cannot be retaken unless the absence is due to illness. In such cases:
・The student must provide a valid doctor’s note.
・An alternative assignment will be given (e.g. a handwritten summary or analysis of the missed section).
・Typed submissions will not be accepted for alternative quiz assignments to ensure originality.

2. Final Presentations:
If a student cannot present due to unavoidable circumstances, they must:
・Inform the instructor as soon as possible.
・Submit a video recording of their presentation within a specified timeframe (to be arranged with the instructor).
・The recording must meet the same standards as the in-class presentation.
・If a student submits presentation materials but fails to present on the assigned date without prior notice or valid documentation, a penalty of 10% of the presentation grade will be applied.

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Late Submission Policy
Deadlines are Firm:
All final assignments must be submitted by the stated deadline.

Late Penalty:
・1 day late: 10% deduction from the total score.
・2 days late: 20% deduction from the total score.
・3 or more days late: The assignment will not be accepted, and the student will receive a grade of zero.

Exceptions:
・Extensions may be granted only in exceptional circumstances (e.g., illness) with appropriate documentation (e.g., a doctor’s note).
・Requests for extensions must be made at least 24 hours before the deadline, except in emergencies.

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Academic Integrity
Plagiarism
Plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to:
・Copying from peers or other students
・Using published sources (books, articles, websites, etc.) without proper acknowledgement
・Self-plagiarism (submitting one’s own previously submitted work, in whole or in part, without permission)
All submitted work must reflect the student’s original ideas and language, unless properly cited according to course guidelines.

Penalty
・Any work found to violate this policy will receive a grade of zero.
・Additional disciplinary action may follow in accordance with university policy.
Students with questions about citation or academic integrity should consult the instructor before submitting work.

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Technology Use in Class
・Laptops and tablets may be used only for course-related activities, such as note-taking or viewing assigned readings.
・Phones must remain silent and stored away unless the instructor gives permission for a specific activity.
・Misuse of devices (e.g., texting, browsing social media) will result in a deduction from the participation grade.

科目目的

論理的な思考力を求められるような主に現代の英語の文章を読み解き、多面的に理解し、自らの考えを構築することができる能力を身につけること。

到達目標

学生の教養に資する、英語学習者向けに編纂された文章や、履修者のレベルに合った文章をとりあげ、授業内で適宜与えられる背景的情報を用いながら英文を正確に読み解く能力を養う。より幅広い語彙力を身につけ、文脈に応じて単語の多義的意味を判断しながら、文法的知識をより複雑な文章読解に応用することができるようになること。

授業計画と内容

1: Baseline Knowledge Quiz
Recap of key ideas and preparation for the semester ahead.
2: Reading: "Second Dawn" by Arthur C. Clarke.
Discussion: Humanity’s potential for progress and the costs of evolution.
3: Continue "Second Dawn."
4: Conclude "Second Dawn."
Discussion: Philosophical implications of Clarke’s story.
5: Reading: "Semley’s Necklace" by Ursula K. Le Guin.
Discussion: Time and cultural misunderstanding.
6: Continue "Semley’s Necklace."
Discussion: Colonialism.
7: Reading: "Vaster than Empires and More Slow" by Ursula K. Le Guin.
Discussion: Fear and isolation.
8: Continue "Vaster than Empires and More Slow."
9: Conclude "Vaster than Empires and More Slow."
Discussion: Human psychology.
10: Reading: "The Way of Cross and Dragon" by George R. R. Martin.
Discussion: Religion and morality in speculative worlds.
11: Continue "The Way of Cross and Dragon."
Discussion: Religion and morality in speculative worlds.
12: Discussion Week: Revisiting themes (human potential, psychology, morality, and time).
13: Student Presentations.
14: Student Presentations.

授業時間外の学修の内容

指定したテキストやレジュメを事前に読み込むこと／授業終了後の課題提出

授業時間外の学修の内容（その他の内容等）

本授業を履修した学生は、授業外で毎週 1-2 時間程度の予習復習などの学習を行うこと が求められます。

授業時間外の学修に必要な時間数／週

毎週１回の授業が半期（前期または後期）または通年で完結するもの。１週間あたり１時間の学修を基本とします。

成績評価の方法・基準

成績評価の方法・基準（備考）

単位修得の条件として、1学期の授業の内、欠席回数が3回を超えないことが求められます。

課題や試験のフィードバック方法

授業時間内で講評・解説の時間を設ける／授業時間に限らず、manabaでフィードバックを行う

課題や試験のフィードバック方法（その他の内容等）

アクティブ・ラーニングの実施内容

ディスカッション、ディベート／グループワーク／プレゼンテーション

アクティブ・ラーニングの実施内容（その他の内容等）

授業におけるICTの活用方法

実施しない

授業におけるICTの活用方法（その他の内容等）

実務経験のある教員による授業

いいえ

【実務経験有の場合】実務経験の内容

【実務経験有の場合】実務経験に関連する授業内容

テキスト・参考文献等

Materials will be provided by the instructor.

その他特記事項

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