科目ナンバー

EC-EN2-14aX

履修条件・関連科目等

授業で使用する言語

英語

授業で使用する言語（その他の言語）

授業の概要

＜学位授与方針と当該授業科目の関連＞
この科目は、問題解決力（外国語とコミュニケーションの能力及びコンピューターを利用した統計・情報処理と分析の能力を用いて、科学技術及び社会の急速な変化に対応しながら、さまざまな問題を解決することができる）の修得に関わる科目です。
＜概要＞
The theme for this year is developing language skills and critical learning skills using current events and topics. In the first semester, we will study themes such as the Power of Music, Technology in our Lives, and Global Connections. Each topic is tied to how people think, interact locally, interact via the Internet, and as global citizens.

科目目的

Objectives:
* To help increase your listening ability
• To focus on intercultural communication and the impact of culture in different parts of the world
• To consider the opinions of those with different values and outlooks
• To give you practice in developing and expressing your opinion
• To give you practice summarizing important information
• To give you practice retrieving information from the internet and to use it in class and for presentations
• To understand issues on how we are globally connected
• To consider the role of technology in society
* To consider the role of music across cultures

到達目標

Fulfillment of Goals:

To engage with vocabulary, listening, and grammar exercises
To engage with articles by independent scholars
To study important moments of global significance that focus on topics that impact each of us
To engage with discussion assignments where they have to offer informed opinions
To engage in internet reports websites on important historical moments
To encourage students to engage in independent research
To have students participate in group discussions
To have students engage with others in the class on significant sociological issues to learn more about our shared world.

授業計画と内容

Week 1: Course Introduction

Course overview
Ice-breaker activities
Global connections game
Group formation

Week 2-4: Unit 1 - Global Connections
Week 2: Internet and Relationships

Online friendships
Virtual cultural exchange
Social media connections
Homework: Digital connection project

Week 3: Social Media Culture

Popular social media platforms
Trending topics worldwide
Digital citizenship
Homework: Social media presentation prep

Week 4: Global Discussion

Group presentations
Share online experiences
Q&A sessions

Week 5-7: Unit 2 - Technology in Our Lives
Week 5: Digital Tools

Communication apps
Virtual reality experiences
Japanese tech innovations
Homework: Technology research

Week 6: Digital World

Global technology use
Japanese digital culture
Future trends
Homework: Group presentation prep

Week 7: Technology Discussion

Group presentations
Tech impact sharing
Future predictions

Week 8: Midterm Assessment

Group presentations
Team activities
Progress check

Week 9-11: Unit 3 - The Power of Music
Week 9: Global Music

J-pop influence worldwide
International music in Japan
Music sharing platforms
Homework: Music research

Week 10: Music and Society

Music festival culture
Songs that changed society
Global music trends
Homework: Group presentation prep

Week 11: Music Discussion

Group presentations
Favorite music sharing
Cultural music exchange

Week 12: Presentation Workshop

English presentation tips
Practice sessions
Group feedback

Week 13: Presentation Skills

Final preparation on group presentation
Group practice
Technical checks

Week 14: Final Presentations

Team presentations
Course reflection and celebration

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）

For every unit that we study, we will have a class session where we will discuss an important topic. So, for each semester, we will have 3 class discussions. This is for you to develop your opinion and perhaps to debate or at least to compare opinions with other students in your group.

During the semester, you will engage in independent study activities to complement in-class learning. These tasks are designed to deepen their understanding of course topics, enhance language skills, and prepare for collaborative projects.

Each week, students will:
• Listen to assigned TED Talks, podcasts, or other authentic recordings, taking notes and reflecting on key ideas.
• Build Vocabulary by studying weekly word lists, completing practice exercises, and applying new terms in context.
• Research and reflect on course-related themes, connecting them to personal experiences or societal issues in Japan.
• Prepare for Group Work by drafting individual contributions, reviewing peer input, and revising collaboratively.
• Write short responses, paragraphs, fill in the blank answers for weekly in-class activities.
• Reflect in a weekly journal to assess you progress, challenges, and insights gained.

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。
・毎週２回の授業が半期（前期または後期）で完結するもの。１週間あたり２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）

Students will make two presentations as part of a group during the semester. There will be one for the midterm and one for the final. A grading rubric will be provided to help students understand the grading criteria.

Students will also write in a reflective journal in English to submit at the end of the course.

I will try my very best to return your assignments in a timely fashion, with extensive written comments that I hope will help you improve your English!!

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／その他

課題や試験のフィードバック方法（その他の内容等）

I will try my very best to return your assignments in a timely fashion, with extensive written comments that I hope will help you improve your English!!

アクティブ・ラーニングの実施内容

PBL（課題解決型学習）／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／実習、フィールドワーク

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

はい

【実務経験有の場合】実務経験の内容

I have over 15 years of teaching experience in ESL at the university level in Japan and the United States. I have taught at Japanese junior colleges and universities and led study-abroad programs. My formal graduate education in teaching ESL includes training in core language areas.

I also have an extensive educational background in ESL, sociology, education, and religion, with Master's degrees in Religion, Applied Linguistics (TESOL), and a PhD in Education.


日本とアメリカの大学レベルでESLを15年以上教えた経験があります。日本の短期大学や大学で教えたほか、留学プログラムの指導も行ってきました。ESL教育における大学院での正式な教育には、主要な言語分野のトレーニングが含まれています。

また、ESL、社会学、教育、宗教における幅広い教育的背景を持ち、宗教学、応用言語学（TESOL）の修士号および教育学の博士号を取得しています。

【実務経験有の場合】実務経験に関連する授業内容

I will use my experience and the articles I have written and the research I have done to help further students' understanding of current global issues.

私の経験、執筆した記事、そしてこれまで行ってきた研究を活かして、学生が現在のグローバルな課題をより深く理解できるよう支援します。

テキスト・参考文献等

All Materials Will Be Provided By Instructor

その他特記事項

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