シラバス
| 授業科目名 | 年度 | 学期 | 開講曜日・時限 | 学部・研究科など | 担当教員 | 教員カナ氏名 | 配当年次 | 単位数 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced EnglishⅢ | 2026 | 秋学期 | 月1 | 国際経営学部 | ティタリントン エイミ エリザベス |
ティタリントン エイミ エリザベス |
1～4年次配当 | 1 |
科目ナンバー
GM-EN2-FEA3
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
This course introduces students to media literacy: the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and compare media messages across formats. Students will learn to apply core media literacy concepts to real-world media texts, including news articles, online media, and visual content.
科目目的
This media literacy course emphasizes critical thinking, comparison across news sources, and clear analytical discussion and writing in English about these sources.
到達目標
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
• Explain why media literacy is important in contemporary society
• Identify and apply the five core concepts of media literacy
• Analyze written and visual media using a structured framework
• Compare how different media sources report on the same topic
• Communicate media analysis clearly in both spoken and written English
授業計画と内容
Week 1 – Course Introduction
• Course overview, expectations, grading
• What is media literacy?
• Why media literacy matters (examples from news, social media, AI-generated content)
Week 2 – Core Concepts of Media Literacy
• Introduction to the five core concepts
• Guided practice with short media examples
• Vocabulary building for media analysis
Week 3 – Applying Core Concepts I: Authorship & Purpose
• Assigned article analysis
• Identifying creators, organizations, funding, and motivations
• In-class group analysis
Week 4 – Applying Core Concepts II: Format & Audience
• Assigned article analysis
• Headlines, images, tone, language level, emotional appeal
• Comparing how format changes meaning
Week 5 – Applying Core Concepts III: Content & Bias
• Assigned article analysis
• What is included, emphasized, or omitted?
• Perspective, framing, and bias
• Preparation for midterm test
Week 6 – Analyzing Visual Media
• Images, photographs, infographics, and video
• How visuals influence interpretation
• Visual analysis practice activity
Week 7 – Midterm Test
• Review of all five core concepts
• Written test: definitions, short analysis questions, applied examples
Week 8 – Final Project Introduction & Topic Selection (Discussion-Focused)
• Explanation of final project and expectations
• Choosing a recent topic (news or social issue)
• Finding four different media sources
• Evaluating source credibility
• Student question-building: Each student prepares 2–3 questions about topic choice, sources, or concerns
• Small-group discussion + instructor feedback
Week 9 – Final Project: Source Analysis & Peer Discussion
• Applying the five core concepts to each source
• Comparing similarities and differences
• Small-group discussion using student-generated questions
• Guided oral analysis practice
• Instructor feedback during discussions (limited in-class writing)
Week 10 – Instructor One-to-one Feedback
• Students continue independent work on final project with feedback from instructor
Week 11 – Final Project: Comparative Analysis (Discussion-Based)
• How and why reporting changes across sources
• Oral explanation of similarities and differences in small groups
• Peer discussion and questioning
• Instructor-led feedback on analysis depth and clarity
Week 12 – Final Project Synthesis & Minimal Writing Support
• Organizing analysis clearly (structured format, not an essay)
• Clarifying comparisons across sources
• Addressing common language issues
• Final student questions (2–3 prepared in advance)
• Individual support as needed
Week 13- Final Reports Due
• Final reports due
• In-class small group discussions about key points you learned from this project
Week 14 – Course Review
• Review of key concepts and skills
• Reflection on media literacy growth
• Course wrap-up
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）
授業時間外の学修に必要な時間数／週
成績評価の方法・基準
| 種別 | 割合（％） | 評価基準 |
|---|---|---|
| 中間試験 | 20 | • Understanding of key terms and concepts • Ability to apply concepts to short media examples • Clarity of written responses |
| レポート | 35 | • Appropriate topic and source selection • Accurate and consistent application of the five core concepts • Depth of comparison across sources • Organization and clarity of analysis • Language accuracy and academic integrity |
| 平常点 | 20 | • Active involvement in English discussions and group work • Preparedness (readings completed, materials brought) |
| その他 | 25 | Weekly Homework: • Completion of assigned tasks • Accurate application of media literacy concepts • Clear and understandable English |
成績評価の方法・基準（備考）
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
PBL（課題解決型学習）／ディスカッション、ディベート
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
Instructor will provide students with the necessary materials
その他特記事項
There is a strict NO LATE WORK ACCEPTED policy. Assignments are to be submitted on manaba no later than the beginning of class on the due date.
Please make sure to check on manaba each week before class to see what handouts you may need to print out, etc. Additionally, if you are absent check manaba to see what the homework is, etc. so that you come to the next class prepared.
Instructor's email:
atitterington473@g.chuo-u.ac.jp