AY 2025 Undergraduate School Course Catalog AY 2025 Undergraduate School Course Catalog AY 2025 Undergraduate School Course Catalog
| 2025/02/23 |
| Open Competency Codes Table Back |
| 開講学期 ／Semester |
2025年度／Academic Year 4学期 ／Fourth Quarter |
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| 対象学年 ／Course for; |
3rd year |
| 単位数 ／Credits |
2.0 |
| 責任者 ／Coordinator |
HEO Younghyon |
| 担当教員名 ／Instructor |
HEO Younghyon |
| 推奨トラック ／Recommended track |
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| 先修科目 ／Essential courses |
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| 更新日／Last updated on | 2025/01/21 |
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| 授業の概要 ／Course outline |
This course is designed to provide students with skills and trainings for 1) improving the English speaking fluency and 2) preparing/giving English presentations. By practicing English as an International Language, students will be motivated to speak English more confidently and comfortably. This can further boost their confidence in public speaking (presentation). |
| 授業の目的と到達目標 ／Objectives and attainment goals |
[Corresponding Learning Outcomes] (D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind. (E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others. (F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects. [Competency Codes] C-EC-006-2, C-EC-009-4, C-EC-013-2 Upon completion of the course, students should be able to: 1) increase fluency in English speaking, 2) learn how to prepare/design English presentation materials, 3) learn/practice useful techniques for presentations in various situations, and 4) overcome anxiety in speaking English and in giving oral presentations. |
| 授業スケジュール ／Class schedule |
Class 1. Course introduction Class 2. Elements of a good presentation: Slides and verbal language Class 3. Elements of a good presentation: Story-telling Class 4. Elements of a good presentation: Body language and attitude Class 5. Preparing for the mini presentation Class 6. Mini presentation Class 7. Review of mini presentation, Final project planning Class 8. World Englishes Class 9. Fluency session 1 Class 10. Fluency session 2 Class 11. Fluency session 3 Class 12. Fluency session 4 Class 13. Presentation rehearsals Class 14. Final Project Presentation (Session 1) Class 15. Final Project Presentation (Session 2) |
| 教科書 ／Textbook(s) |
There is no textbook for this course. Course materials (e.g. lecture notes) are available on the course Moodle page. |
| 成績評価の方法・基準 ／Grading method/criteria |
Active Participation: 20% Assignments: 30% Mini-presentation: 15% Final project presentation: 35% Notes: If you miss 4 classes or more, you cannot pass this course. |
| Open Competency Codes Table Back |
| 開講学期 ／Semester |
2025年度／Academic Year 1学期 ／First Quarter |
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| 対象学年 ／Course for; |
3rd year |
| 単位数 ／Credits |
2.0 |
| 責任者 ／Coordinator |
NICHOLAS Allan |
| 担当教員名 ／Instructor |
NICHOLAS Allan |
| 推奨トラック ／Recommended track |
－ |
| 先修科目 ／Essential courses |
－ |
| 更新日／Last updated on | 2025/01/21 |
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| 授業の概要 ／Course outline |
In this course, learners' awareness of cultural differences and the ways in which these differences are realized in communication will be raised. Learners will practice and develop all four language skills (reading, writing, listening & speaking), and will build their vocabulary. Materials for the course will be provided by the instructor. |
| 授業の目的と到達目標 ／Objectives and attainment goals |
[Corresponding Learning Outcomes] (D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind. (E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others. (F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects. [Competency codes] C-EC-002-5 C-EC-009-5 C-EC-012-5 By the end of the course, learners will: a) have a basic understanding of the concepts of collectivism and individualism in relation to culture b) have some understanding of other prominent cross-cultural research and theories, including high/low context communication and orientation to time; c) have an understanding of research-based insights into Japanese culture and communication styles d) be able to compare and contrast their own communication styles with those of other cultures |
| 授業スケジュール ／Class schedule |
Class 1: Introduction to the course Class 2: Defining “culture” and “cross-cultural communication” Class 3: Individualism versus collectivism: the work of Hofstede Class 4: Individualism & collectivism: continued Class 5: Hierarchical & democratic cultures Class 6: Power-distance Class 7: High versus low-context communication styles: the work of Hall Class 8: Non-verbal behavior communication & culture Class 9: Non-verbal communication and culture Class 10: Conversation & Social context Class 11: Conversation & Social context Class 12: End-term Project Class 13: End-term project Class 14: Review activity/examination |
| 教科書 ／Textbook(s) |
All materials are provided by the instructor. |
| 成績評価の方法・基準 ／Grading method/criteria |
Active participation: 5% End-term exam: 45% Project: 20% In-class activities/assignments: 30% |
| 履修上の留意点 ／Note for course registration |
This course is designed for intermediate-level Japanese learners of English; it is not suitable for advanced English speakers. All materials are provided by the instructor. Every student must enroll in the course through Moodle. Please check Moodle for detailed information on assignments or other course information. Please contact your professor if you have any problems accessing the website. If you have problems with your login, please contact or visit SSB (RQ 207-E). It is required that students take quizzes and exams individually; cheating/plagiarizing other’s work will not be tolerated. There are no set requirements. However, learners are expected to have completed 1st and 2nd year English core courses. |
| 参考(授業ホームページ、図書など) ／Reference (course website, literature, etc.) |
The instructor has work experience in private industry. |
| Open Competency Codes Table Back |
| 開講学期 ／Semester |
2025年度／Academic Year 1学期 ／First Quarter |
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| 対象学年 ／Course for; |
3rd year |
| 単位数 ／Credits |
2.0 |
| 責任者 ／Coordinator |
ROY Debopriyo |
| 担当教員名 ／Instructor |
ROY Debopriyo |
| 推奨トラック ／Recommended track |
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| 先修科目 ／Essential courses |
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| 更新日／Last updated on | 2025/01/18 |
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| 授業の概要 ／Course outline |
Course Description: Market economics represents a dynamic interplay of supply and demand, shaping how goods and services are produced, distributed, and priced with minimal government intervention. Imagine a bustling marketplace where individuals and businesses make choices—what to produce, how to create, and for whom to produce—guided by free-market principles like private ownership, profit motives, and decentralized decision-making. Prices emerge as a story told by competition, driven by consumers' preferences and producers' costs, offering insights into the invisible hands orchestrating the economy. In this course, we bridge the worlds of technology and economics using data science tools to visualize and narrate these interactions. By exploring technological advancements' impact on economic growth, productivity, and market structures, we illuminate complex economic phenomena through compelling visual stories and data-driven insights. Key Themes and Subfields Innovation Economics Visualize how breakthroughs in technology drive economic growth and competitiveness. Interactive dashboards and infographics reveal patterns in innovation clusters, R&D investments, and emerging industries, making the narrative of progress tangible. Technology Adoption Use storytelling techniques to track the journey of new technologies, from early adoption to mainstream acceptance. Data visualizations map adoption curves, highlight economic benefits, and uncover barriers to technology diffusion. Digital Economy Analyze the transformation of traditional markets into digital ecosystems. By visualizing the rise of e-commerce, digital currencies, and the sharing economy, we can illustrate the economic ripple effects of digital technologies. Technological Change Depict how industries adapt to technological shifts using comparative visualizations of before-and-after scenarios. These visual stories demonstrate the ripple effects of change on productivity, labor markets, and global trade. Economic Dimensions of Technology We also delve into the economic facets of technology, using cost-benefit analyses and investment modeling. For instance: Investment in R&D: Data-driven charts explore the relationship between technological investments and economic returns. Economic Impact Analysis: Visual narratives showcase how specific technologies, such as renewable energy or AI, reshape industries and contribute to societal progress. Through the lens of data science, this course transforms the abstract concepts of market economics into vivid, actionable stories. Students will learn to craft narratives that not only explain but also inspire and inform, making the complex interplay of technology and economics accessible to diverse audiences. |
| 授業の目的と到達目標 ／Objectives and attainment goals |
This course introduces fundamental economic principles, focusing on their relevance to the technology industry. Students will explore basic concepts like market structure, supply and demand, and competition, with hands-on assignments using easily accessible online data. |
| 授業スケジュール ／Class schedule |
WEEK 1: Using Websites for Smartphone Data WEEK 2: How to Look Up Company Profiles and Industry Reports WEEK 3: How to Visit Startup Profiles and Explore Blogs WEEK 4: How to Check Pricing on Rakuten and Amazon Japan WEEK 5: How to Review App User Metrics WEEK 6: How to Find Funding Data Using Crunchbase and Japan Venture Research WEEK 7: How to Search for Recent Cybersecurity Breaches in Japan |
| 教科書 ／Textbook(s) |
No textbook is required for this course. All materials will be based on lecture notes, supplementary readings, and online resources. |
| 成績評価の方法・基準 ／Grading method/criteria |
WEEK 1 Assignment Tech Document: - 10% WEEK 2: Assignment Tech Document - 15% WEEK 3: Assignment Tech Document - 15% WEEK 4: Assignment Tech Document - 15% WEEK 5: Assignment Tech Document - 15% WEEK 6: Assignment Tech Document - 15% WEEK 7: Assignment Tech Document - 15% |
| 履修上の留意点 ／Note for course registration |
Any previous experience handling data and information management would be helpful, but not essential. |
| 参考(授業ホームページ、図書など) ／Reference (course website, literature, etc.) |
Moderate changes to the syllabus may be necessary depending on student ability and time pressure. |