IPLA 2014 Fall Semester Course Description
IPLA 2014 Fall Semester Course Description Tohoku University 1. Japanese Level Ⅰ-Ⅴ 2. Japanese Corporate Culture, Employment Practices 3. Japanese Communication Behaviors: Japanese Values 4. Promoting Human Rights Education in Japan 5. Understanding Japan through Traditional Culture Ⅰ 6. Intercultural Communication （C2) 7. Intercultural Communication through Collaborative Project Ⅰ 8. Intercultural Project Seminar Ⅱ 9. Clear Speech in English 10. Japanese Art History 11. International Cooperation 12. Sports B: Karate for Beginners 13. Fieldwork on Society and Education in Japan 14. Dracula: Horror and Modernity 15. Introduction to Humanities and Social Sciences 16. Introduction to Education 17. Introduction to Special Needs Education in Japan 18. Seminar on Private International Law Ⅱ 19. Special Lecture on Practical Studies in Law and Policy 20. Japanese Business and Economy A 21. Business Communication A 22. Global Company Research 23. Career Development 24. Nonprofit Organizations 25. Microeconomics Ⅰ 26. History of Economic Thought 27. Financial Engineering 28. Management of Global Financial Institutions 29. Food Economics 30. Business Management 31. Case Studies in Japanese Organizational Behavior 32. Case Studies in Japanese Corporate Practices 【IPLA Timetable Fall 2014】 I 8:50～10:20 Mon II 10:30～12:00 III 13:00～14:30 Japanese Corporate Culture, Employment Practices Introduction to Education History of Economic Thought Tue Understanding Japan through Traditional Culture I Introduction to Special Needs Education in Japan Business Management Japanese Level Ⅰ IV 14:40～16:10 V 16:20～17:50 Nonprofit Organizations Japanese Communication Behaviors: Japanese Values Intercultural Communication through Collaborative Project Ⅰ Intercultural Communication (C2) Clear Speech in English Intercultural Project Seminar Ⅱ Microeconomics Ⅰ Case Studies in Japanese Organizational Behavior Career Development Japanese Business and Economy A Introduction to Humanities and Social Sciences Japanese Level Ⅲ Karate for Beginners Seminar on Private International Law Ⅱ (Irregular) First class Oct. 22 Japanese Level Ⅳ Promoting Human Rights Education in Japan Financial Engineering (Irregular) First class Oct. 8 Food Economics Dracula: Horror and Modernity Business Communication A Thu Japanese Art History Case Studies in Japanese Corporate Practices Intercultural Communication (C2) Japanese Level Ⅱ Wed VI 18:00～19:30 Fieldwork on Society and Education in Japan (Irregular) First class Oct. 2 Management of Global Finanicial Institutions Global Company Research Japanese Level Ⅰ Japanese Level Ⅱ Fri Japanese Level Ⅲ Japanese Level Ⅳ IPLA Workshop (Irregular, non-credit course) International Cooperation Special Lecture on Practical Studies in Law and Policy (Irregular) First class Oct. 17 Classroom and Professor Course Room Credits Eligible Grades Japanese Corporate Culture, Employment Practices A104 2 ALL History of Economic Thought Seminar Room 3, Faculty of Economics 2 3-4th grades Introduction to Education R105, Global Learning Center 2 ALL Nonprofit Organizations Seminar Room 3, Faculty of Economics 2 3-4th grades Assoc. Prof. Yuko NISHIDE Japanese Communication Behaviors: Japanese Values A102 2 ALL Lecturer Kikue YAMAMOTO Intercultural Communication A401 through Collaborative Project Ⅰ 2 ALL Prof. Kazuko SUEMATSU Understanding Japan through Traditional Culture I A301 2 ALL Assistant Prof. Kaori SHIMASAKI Intro to Special Needs Education in Japan R107, Global Learning Center 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Tetsuji KAMIYA and others Business Management Seminar Room 23, 5th Floor, School of Arts and Letters 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Shahzadah Nayyar JEHAN Intercultural Communication （C2） Enslen A104; Hatfield A306; Pushpalal M303; Stavoy A106 1 ALL Senior Lecturer Joseph STAVOY and others Career Development Seminar Room 1, Faculty of Economics 2 ALL Lecturer Yoshinobu NAKAMURA Clear Speech in English A103 2 ALL Prof. Yasuhiko SUKEGAWA Microeconomics I Seminar Room 7, Faculty of Economics 2 3-4th grades Intercultural Project Seminar Ⅱ B101 2 ALL Prof. Kazuko SUEMATSU Case Studies in Japanese Organizational Behavior Seminar Room 23, 5th Floor, School of Arts and Letters 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Shahzadah Nayyar JEHAN Case Studies in Japanese Corporate Practices Seminar Room 23, 5th Floor, School of Arts and Letters 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Shahzadah Nayyar JEHAN 4 ALL 4 ALL 4 ALL 4 ALL Mon Tue Japanese Level Ⅰ Japanese Level Ⅱ Japanese Level Ⅲ You will be assigned to the suitable class after the Japanese Language Placement Test. Please check the Japanese Course Guide book. Japanese Level Ⅳ-Ⅴ Assoc. Prof. Yutaka FURUYA Assoc. Prof. Kazuya TANIGUCHI Assistant Prof. Sicong CHEN Assoc. Prof. Jun NAKABAYASHI Coordinator: Lecturer Huja BACKLEY Seminar Room 201, 2 Floor, New Humanities Building 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Jun NAKABAYASHI Intro to Humanities and Social Sciences Room 909, School of Arts and Letters 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Yuko MURAKAMI Karate for Beginners Kawauchi Gymnasium 1 ALL Assoc. Prof. Toshihiko FUJIMOTO Promoting Human Rights Education in Japan A306 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Mino MIYAMOTO Intercultural Communication (C2) Eichhorst A202; Scura A101; Stavoy A106 1 ALL Senior Lecturer Joseph STAVOY and others 2 3-4th grades Assoc. Prof. Keisuke TAKESHITA Professor Emeritus, Hitotsubashi University Ryozo MIURA Seminar on Private International (Irregular) Law Ⅱ Room 3, School of Law Financial Engineering (Irregular) Seminar Room 23, 5th Floor, School of Arts and Letters 2 3-4th grades Food Economics Seminar Room (2 F 203), Laboratory Block 1, Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Amamiya Campus 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Keiichi ISHII Japanese Art History C301 2 ALL Prof. Mitsuru HAGA Dracula: Horror and Modernity Room 135, School of Arts and Letters 2 2-4th grades Assoc. Prof. James Michael TINK Fieldwork on Society and Education in Japan (Irregular) R105, Global Learning Center 2 ALL Assoc. Prof. Kazuhiro SUGIMOTO Business Communication A Seminar Room 1, Faculty of Economics 2 ALL Prof. Raymond ROMAN Management of Global Finanicial Institutions Seminar Room 24, Faculty of Economics 2 3-4th grades Lecturer (Special Advisor to the President (Research), Project Professor) Daisuke TOKI Global Company Research A200 2 2-4th grades Prof. Masahiko FUJIMOTO 4 ALL 4 ALL 4 ALL 4 ALL Japanese Level Ⅰ Japanese Level Ⅱ Japanese Level Ⅲ You will be assigned to the suitable class after the Japanese Language Placement Test. Please check the Japanese Course Guide book. Japanese Level Ⅳ-Ⅴ Fri Lecturer Chiaki SUEMATSU Japanese Business and Economy A Wed Thu Instructor Coordinator: Lecturer Huja BACKLEY International Cooperation A101 2 ALL Professor Teruyoshi KUMASHIRO Special Lecture on Practical Studies in Law and Policy (Irregular) Changes by class. Please check the syllabus. Main Conference Room, 3rd Floor, School of Law Bldg. or Seminar Room 1, 2nd Floor, School of Law Bldg. 1 ALL Assoc. Prof. Keisuke TAKESHITA and others A# - Lecture room in A Building. B# - Lecture room in B Building. C# - Lecture room in C Building. M# - Kawauchi Campus, Lecture room in Multimedia Education and Research Complex Course Title Japanese Level I ~ V Coordinator Ms. Huja Backley Institute for Excellence in Higher Education Semester Fall 2014 Credits 4 E-mail [email protected] Time Place See Notes for Japanese languages classes and ‘A Guide to Japanese Language Program’ Japanese Level I (M1a or M1b) : Wed/Fri 8:50-10:20 & 10:30-12:00 Japanese Level II (G2b): Wed/Fri 8:50-10:20 & 10:30-12:00 Japanese Level III (G3b/ S3b/ R3b/ P3b): Wed/Fri 8:50-10:20 & 10:30-12:00 Japanese Level IV (G4b/ S4b/ R4b/ P4b): Wed/Fri 8:50-10:20 & 10:30-12:00 Japanese Level V: four courses from the available courses for the level Japanese Level I : See Notes for Japanese Language Classes Japanese Level II ~ V : See ‘A Guide to Japanese Language Program’ Course Objectives and Outline The object of this course is to bring students to the point of communicative competence in Japanese and to provide them with the language skills and cultural knowledge necessary to pursue their personal goals as well as further academic and professional attainments. Students will be assigned to the appropriate level based on their scores on the placement test (1). ・ Japanese Level I (M1a or M1b) is for complete beginner-level learners (2). All the IPLA students in this level need to take M1a or M1b. ・ Japanese Level II (G2b) is for upper beginner-level learners. All the IPLA students in this level need to take G2b. ・ Japanese Level III is for intermediate learners and consists of four classes (G3b/ S3b/ R3b/ P3b ). Grades will be based on the average score of these four classes. ・ Japanese Level IV is for intermediate/advanced learners and consists of four classes (G4b/ S4b/ R4b/ P4b). Grades will be based on the average score of these four classes. ・ If you are placed in Japanese Level V by the placement test, you can choose at least four courses (credits) from the courses indicated on the form for Japanese Level V. (1)No placement test is needed for complete beginner-level learners. (2)Students can only take classes at their assigned Level. (3)Students may take more than four classes according to their levels as non-credit classes including Kanji, etc. Learning Goals Upon successful completion of Level I ~ V), students will gain the linguistic competence required for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N5-N1 respectively. For a more detailed description, see: http://www.jlpt.jp/ Course Content See ‘A Guide to Japanese Language Program’ Each class has its own lesson plan, exam schedule, and grading policy, which are to be announced on the first day of the class by the instructor. Course Schedule All the students except for those who have never learnt Japanese have to take the placement test at the first lesson. After the class allocation, you will be given information on the textbook and course plan from the teacher of your class. For further details, see ‘A Guide to Japanese Language Program’. Assessment Criteria Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: A………..Excellent (90-100%) B………. Good (80-89%) C………. Fair (70-79%) D………. Passing (60-69%) F………..Fail (0-59%) Textbook Details will be announced at each class. Japanese Practices Course Title Instructor(s) /Position Corporate Culture, Employment Chiaki Suematsu President &CEO, Purple Hill International, Inc. Day and Period Monday, 10:30-12:00 Classroom A104 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course introduces students to Japanese corporate culture with the history of changes in Japanese employment practices. The classes will cover the Japanese Style Management, Bubble Economy, and the Lost 20 Years. management style? Why were Japanese manufacturers regarded as the strongest? caused the Bubble Economy? essential? How did Japanese companies develop their What Why did they have to give up the practices once thought to be Why is Japan still struggling even without the shock of the big earthquake? While answering these questions, the course will emphasize the role of employment practices to illustrate the Japanese culture. Two main objectives of the course are to provide the knowledge of Japanese employment practices and rationales for changes in the practices for the past 20 years. Goal of Study The goal of the course is to make students understand the basic principles of Japanese employment practices. Through the understandings the students are also expected to judge advantages and disadvantages of employment practices in other nations, especially those in their home country. Content and Course Schedule The course will consist of lectures, discussions, and presentations. The instructor will provide lectures on key important issues about the employment practices. discussions on important points. Then, he will lead In order for students to join the discussions actively the reading papers will be given out prior to each class. Students will need to answer questions related to the papers during the class. A couple of classes toward the end will be devoted to student presentations. Students in small groups will present their choice from a set of case studies that represent typical changes in the employment practices. The time of each presentation will be 20 min to 30 min long, adjusted depending on the number of groups. The presentation will account for 60% of the final grade, while the overall class participation and the assignments will contribute 20%, respectively. Discussions during the case studies and after the student presentations are more important and will make up one-half of the overall class participation. 1) October 6, 2014 Introduction: Present an overview of the course. Discuss the economic development in Japan after World War II briefly. 2) October 20, 2014 Theme: Japanese Style Management Discuss the three basic elements, Lifetime Employment, Seniority Ranking System, and Corporate Labor Union. What are advantages and disadvantage of the elements over other management styles? 3) October 27, 2014 Theme: Japanese Employment Practices Illustrate the human resource management typical to the Japanese companies during 70’s. They provided houses, dormitories, resort houses or loans. Employees traveled together and stayed overnight for harmony. Why were hot spring spots so prosperous? Who went there? 4) November 10, 2014 Theme: Corporate Japan Besides the employment practices there were some systems peculiar to Japan, which supported the Japanese Style Management. “Keiretsu,” “Shitauke,” or “Zaibatsu” were often criticized from the US as unfair business practices. Were they really peculiar to Japan? 5) November 17, 2014 Theme: The Strongest Manufacturing Under the Japanese Style Management employees worked quite hard. “Made in Japan” was (and still is) synonymous with the highest quality. How did the employment practices function to accomplish the highest quality? 6) December 1, 2014 Theme: What Caused the Bubble Economy Accomplishing the economic success, how did most of Japanese feel? What was their “happiness?” 7) December 8, 2014 Theme: Too Much Assets and Too High Labor Costs In 1991 the Bubble Economy ended with burst. Restructuring and re-engineering became key words in the business. What did they try to do? 8) December 15, 2014 Theme: Changes to Employment Practices Gave up the lifetime employment and the seniority ranking system and introduced temp employees and the performance related pay system. Why did they have to give up the practices once thought to be essential? What did the new system bring to employees? 9) December 22, 2014 Theme: Japanese Disease Serious problems spread to the society as a whole. The huge national debts, deflation, collapse in social securities, low birthrate, or elderly society… How are they going to solve them? Why do the prime ministers change so often? 10) January 5, 2015 Case Study The automobile industry and the electronics industry were leading powers that had driven the Japanese economy. The class will discuss one company from those industries and exemplify the management systems discussed in the classes. A set of case studies for the student presentation will be given out. 11) January 19, 2015 Case Study The class will discuss another company to learn about the applications of the management systems. 12) January 26, 2015 Decision-Making in Japan Japanese companies are famous for consensus decision-making. The lecture will briefly introduce the way a typical Japanese group comes to an agreement. The rest of the class will discuss important points on the student presentations. 13) Wednesday, January 28, 2015 Student Presentations Student groups will make presentations followed by questions and answers. 14) February 2, 2015 Student Presentations Student groups will make presentations followed by questions and answers. 15) Wednesday, February 4, 2015 Summary The graded student presentations will be returned and commented. The rest of the class will discuss employment practices in other nations, and evaluate their advantages and disadvantages. The students will examine applications of the practices they have learned to minimize critical disadvantages. Evaluation Method Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Keizer, Arjan, Changes in Japanese Employment Practices: Beyond the Japanese Model (Routledge International Business in Asia) Routledge: 2010 In addition Low attendance for the classes, missing three or more classes, will be regarded as no class participation. Course Title Japanese Communication Behaviors: Japanese Values Instructor(s) /Position Kikue YAMAMOTO, Lecturer Day and Period Monday 14:40-16:10 Classroom A102 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline - Intercultural communication and its mechanism - Some Japanese main values, which are motives for Japanese behaviors - Tools and tactics for intercultural problems - Difference in thinking of classmates and their cultures - Observe one or two forms of Japanese traditional art, tea ceremony and calligraphy. Goal of Study Students will understand how to constructively interpret Japanese behaviors and will increase their appreciation of Japanese culture. In addition, through the use of the peer discussion at the beginning of every class, they will increase their rapport amongst themselves and come to appreciate the differences that exist among them. Content and Course Schedule The class discussions will be based on the content below. - Some theories of intercultural communication - What is culture? - Some main Japanese values (relationships, harmony, form, effort, etc.) - Verbal and non-verbal communication and how Japanese use them - The D.I.E. tool, a constructive intercultural problem solving method - Analyses of one’s and others’ intercultural experiences - Attending a tea and calligraphy class in a tea house - Presentation about what they learned (DVD, slides and cases to be used in class.) Course Schedule 1) Oct. 6 Orientation to the course. culture. 2) Oct. 20 Introduction to intercultural communication study and Japanese Through peer teaching at the beginning of basically every class, they will read each other’s essays, which are assigned as homework, and discuss them in a small group. Text coverage (#1 ) A lecture on what culture is. Introduction of definitions of culture and intercultural communication. 3) Oct. 27 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (#2) A lecture on D.I.E., a cross-cultural problem-solving tool. 4) Nov. 10 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (#3) A review of the lecture on D.I.E., a cross-cultural problem-solving tool. 5) Nov. 17 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (#4) They get to explore Japanese verbal communication styles through some activities, like working with cases. 6) Dec. 1 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (#5) They get to explore Japanese non-verbal communication by analyzing a case or an exercise, and summarize it with a mini-lecture afterward. 7) Dec. 8 The weekly peer teaching discussion. This will be a prep session or follow-up session of an extra-curricular activity at a tea house. By reflecting their experiences of the Japanese traditional art, they will discuss their observations and experiences. 8) Dec. 15 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Mid-term quiz. Mid-term review of the class. 9) Dec. 22 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (# 6, 7) They will share their daily issues in dealing with Japanese students and/or Japanese people off campus, and/or with other foreign students. They will get to try the D.I.E. tool on the issues. 10) Jan. 5, 2015 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Japanese communication styles vs. multi-cultures, introduction to theory (Hofstede). raise their comprehension level about Japanese culture. This is to It will/might develop their sense of awareness about their own cultures, Japanese culture and themselves. 11) Jan. 19 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (# 8) They get to explore Japanese non-verbal communication by watching a DVD, analyzing a case or an exercise, and summarize it with a mini-lecture afterward. 12) Jan. 26 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (# 9) Introduction to the Cultural Detective tool, a type of case study. A great tool for constructive communication. 13) Wednesday, Jan. 28 The weekly peer teaching discussion. Text coverage (# 10) Preparation for presentation. 14) Feb. 2 Presentation. It can be done solo or in groups. 15) Wednesday, Feb. 4 Final review of the class and feedback to each other (this is the last peer teaching.) Evaluation Method In-class participation 30%, exams 30%, homework 20%, presentation 20% Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Different Realities: Adventures in Intercultural communication by Joseph Shaules and Juri Abe, By Nan’un-do, Note ¥2000． ＊ All students will participate in a tea and calligraphy class at a tea house. A participation fee, between 1000 yen and 1500 yen, for sweets, tea, and other expenses, will be collected. The date will be announced later. Course Title Promoting Human Rights Education Instructor(s) /Position Mino MIYAMOTO, Associate professor, Global Learning Center Day and Period Wednesday 13:00-14:30 Classroom A306 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The aim of this course is to apply the knowledge about human rights to analyze various topics, to argue and to write about human rights issues from personal perspectives, and to develop a plan to take action for human rights in reality. We will try to create a classroom environment, where students study with each other and each of our views is heard and taken into consideration. Your active participation in the classroom is expected. Goal of Study After the course, you will gain, 1. deep understanding of human rights and Universal Declaration of Human Rights 2. skills to express your views and listen to others’ views 3. skills to think creatively and critically 4. skills and perspectives to actively participate in classroom and society 5. understanding of others and ways to cooperate with others 6. ability to take action to practice human rights in reality Content and Course Schedule In this globalized world, there is an increasing need to understand diversity from various perspectives and respect people. How can we achieve this? One of the answers could be in Human Rights, which provide us with the norm of conduct for all human beings equally. Education has an important role in making this possible, because it gives us basic knowledge about Human Rights and opportunities for us to analyze the individual cases deeply and express our views in the classroom. We are going to learn the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as basic knowledge. Then, we will expand our discussion regarding the human rights issues from personal perspectives, and think about practical solutions based on the Human Rights documents. 1) Introduction: What do we mean by "human rights", i.e., who is "human" and what are their "rights"? Discuss: How can we achieve “Justice and Peace”? Some people may think that justice and peace are just an ideal, and it is not possible to achieve. Is it really true? Let’s discuss and find out! 2) Discuss: Is Human rights Education just an ideal? If we think human rights and human rights education are just abstract concepts, human rights cannot be achieved. What should we do to put this in practice? 3) Discuss: What are the most important of the UDHR's principles? You can think about which right is the most important for you. You will find some similarities and differences between you and your classmates. 4) Discuss: Is human rights effective? If we did not have the concept of human rights, what would society be like? 5) 6) Discuss: Should there be special rights for women? Why do we need to think about women’s rights? In order to answer this, we need to know the history and the development of women’s status and the rights. Discuss: Is it cultural imperialism to educate for an understanding of human rights? If not, how should we do so? How do you define values, cultures, and human rights? Are there any relationships? 8) Discuss: Should there be special rights for children? Do you think we should protect children more? Why? We will refer to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and discuss the rights especially for children. 9) Discuss: What is democratic education? It is important to create a democratic atmosphere in classrooms to practice human rights. We discuss the definition of democratic education and the relationships with human rights. 11) Invite Guest Speaker: We will welcome a guest speaker and have lecture about multiculturalism and human rights. 12) 13) Group Presentation 14) Group Presentation 15) Test (1 hour) and Feedback Evaluation Method I put high emphasis on your positive participation. As shown in the following criteria, grading is based on your regular attendance and active performance in each discussion. 1. Attendance and Participation (20%) 2. Worksheet + Review Sheet (30%) 3. Group Presentation (30%) 4. Test (20%) Please note if you are absent from more than 3 classes, you will not be able to pass the course. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Audrey Osler and Hugh Starkey (2010). Teaching and Human Rights Education. Stoke on Trent, UK and Sterling, USA. Trentham Books Recommended Reading Arthur, J., Dacies, I. and Hahn, C. (Eds.) (2008). SAGE handbook of Education for Citizenship and Democracy. London. Sage Banks, J.A. (Ed.) (2004). Diversity and Citizenship Education: Global Perspectives: San Francisco, CA. Jossey-Bass Osler, A., & Starkey, H. (2005). Changing citizenship: Democracy and inclusion in education. Maidenhead. Open University Press Osler, A., & Starkey, H. (2006). Education for Democratic Citizenship: a review of research, policy and practice 1995-2005, Research papers in Education Osler, A., & Starkey, H. (2005). Citizenship and Language Learning: International Perspectives. Staffordshire, England and Sterling, USA. British Council. Trentham Books Westheimer, J. (2006). Politics and Patriotism in Education. Phi Delta Kappan Understanding Japan Course Title Traditional Culture Ⅰ Day and Period Tuesday, 8:50-10:20 Classroom A301 Credit(s) 2 Instructor(s) /Position E-mail through Japanese Kaori Shimasaki Assistant Professor, Global Learning Center [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course aims to explore the traditional phases of Japanese culture to enhance the students’ understanding of the origin of modern Japanese society and mental phases of the Japanese people. The course also focuses on the traditional culture of Miyagi prefecture, on the basis that understanding the local area is an important part of being global. This course is entirely conducted in English and targets both international and Japanese students. For international students, it will provide opportunities to develop their understanding of Japanese culture and to experience it. For Japanese students, it will provide opportunities to re-discover Japanese culture. Goal of Study To gain fundamental knowledge of traditional Japanese culture To enjoy Japanese traditional culture To be able to discuss the fascination of Japanese culture in the students’ own words Content and Course Schedule (The schedule is provisional. Topics and dates are subject to change depending on conditions) This course consists of three parts: (1) lectures, (2) experience and demonstration of traditional Japanese culture, and (3) reflection. Professionals from each area are invited to offer lectures on background and history. This course also provides students with opportunities to experience Japanese culture inside and outside the classroom. Students are expected to attend the fieldtrip on the 9th of November. At the end of each session, students need to write a reflection paper. 1) Introduction Present an overview of the course. Get to know each other. Share experiences of Japanese traditional culture. 2) Why traditional culture? Discuss the definition of traditional culture. 3) Shodo (Japanese calligraphy) 1 <Guest instructor> 4) Shodo (Japanese calligraphy) 2 5) Group presentation 6) 1 day Fieldtrip: experience washi and noh < Guest speaker> 7) Washi < Guest speaker> 8) Suzume odori 1 <Guest instructors> 9) Suzume odori 2 <Guest instructors> 10) Togei (ceramic art) <Guest speaker > 11) Sado (Tea ceremony) <Guest speaker> 12) Wrap-up Evaluation Method Students will be assessed and graded based on reflection papers (30%), a webpage project (30%), homework (20%), and a group presentation (20%). The details of assessment will be provided in lecture. The proportion of marks lying in each grading range is determined not by any formula or quota system, but by the way that students respond to assessment tasks and how well they meet the objectives of the course. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Handouts will be provided in each lecture. Course Title Intercultural Communication C2 Instructors Daniel Eichhorst Steven Hatfield Vincent Scura Credits 1 E-mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]. jp [email protected] Time Tuesday: Wednesday: Classrooms Todd Enslen Dinil Pushpalal Joseph Stavoy 3rd Period—1:00 ~ 2:30 pm 4th Period—2:40 ~ 4:10 pm Tuesday: Enslen—A104; Stavoy—A106 Wednesday: Eichhorst—A202; Hatfield—A306; Scura—A101; Pushpalal—M303; Stavoy—A106 Course Objectives and Outline The main focus of these courses is to provide international students studying at Tohoku University a chance to take part in a class in which a more advanced and challenging level of English is utilized. The exercises in class (listening, speaking, discussion, presentation) and outside of class (reading and writing) will allow students the opportunity to examine, compare and contrast cultural themes in a multi-cultural setting. Themes of interest to university students as well as current world events will be predominant and could include topics ranging from fashion and diets to war and poverty. Ideas for classroom discussions/themes/topics will be drawn from newspapers, magazines, the internet, popular music, films and textbooks. Students will be expected to participate in pair and group discussions, work actively to improve their communication skills in class and complete all written homework assignments. Learning Goals Upon completion of this course, students will: ・have taken their communication skills to a more advanced level ・have developed a finer understanding of cultural diversity ・be able to articulate their thoughts (both written and spoken) more accurately on a variety of cultural and/or controversial issues ・have gleaned a keener insight into the cultures and societies of fellow international students. Course Content Each week the class will begin with a reading or listening segment (either from the instructor or from films/tapes) introducing the topic. From there the class will move on to small-group work or pair work in which students will be able to participate and contribute more openly and more frequently. The discussions and exercises will be drawn from but will not be limited to the following topics and the topics listed in the course schedule below: Dating, Love and Marriage; Sports; Child Rearing and Parenting; Abortion and Teen Pregnancy; War and Peace; Music; Cultural Wars and Generation Gap; Holidays Around the World; International Cuisine and Restaurants; Shopping; Jobs and Occupations; Fashion and Style; Education and Training; Travel and Adventure; etc. Course Schedule 1) Greeting exercise, class explanation, orientation and opening statements 2) Festivals and Holidays around the World 3) Hobbies and Pastimes 4) Education and Learning 5) Hometowns and Memories 6) International Travel and Leisure Spots 7) Controversial Issues 8) Science and Technology 9) Dreams and Goals 10) Current Events 11) Stress and the Workplace/Classroom 12) Exercise and Healthy Options 13) Religion and Myth 14) Medical Breakthroughs 15) Review and Consolidation Assessment Criteria Students will be assessed and graded based on classroom participation (30%), examinations (30%), completion of homework (30%), and attendance (10%). Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……..Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………..Fail (0-59%) Textbook Each teacher will decide on the use of a textbook (or other materials) for his own class. This information will be provided in the first class. Note This syllabus is a representative example of an Intercultural Communication course. The teachers mentioned above may follow a similar syllabus or they may have their own individual syllabus which varies somewhat or dramatically from this syllabus. Each teacher will give a course explanation and his own precise syllabus on the first day of class. Course Title Intercultural Communication through Collaborative Project I Instructor(s) /Position Kazuko SUEMATSU, Professor, Global Learning Center Day and Period Monday 16:20-17:50 Classroom A401 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The class provides opportunities for both international students and Japanese students to learn similarities and differences in practices, beliefs, and values across cultures while collaboratively planning and carrying out campus-wide international events. Students will be able to learn effective strategies in cross-cultural communication, the importance of teamwork as well as leadership, and most importantly, how to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment. Goal of Study Learn how to interact effectively with people from different language and cultural backgrounds. Understand, respect and appreciate differences and similarities in cultures and individuals and reflect on his/her own cultural, societal, and personal values. Develop negotiation, leadership, teamwork as well as project management skills. Become an proactive and responsible individual who can coordinate and act to “make things happen”. Content and Course Schedule 1) Introduction: Guidance about the course: expectations and goals. 2) What do we need to know when communicating with people from different cultural backgrounds? 3) Project planning: What are our projects and how can we carry them out in the limited time period? 4) Project work-discussion in team 5) Project work-discussion in team 6) Information sharing session 7) Project work-discussion in team 8) Project work-discussion in team 9) Mid-term Presentation 10) Project work-discussion in team 11) Project work-discussion in team 12) Project work-discussion in team 13) Project work-discussion in team 14) Final presentation 15) Final presentation Evaluation Method Students will be evaluated based on: class attendance, assignments, presentations, and in-class participation. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Course Title Intercultural Project Seminar Ⅱ Instructor(s) /Position Kazuko Suematsu, Professor, Global Learning Center Day and Period Tuesdays 16:20-17:50 Classroom B101 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course aims at equipping students with a firm understanding of disaster and risk management, taking Japan’s experience as a case study. The class is an interdisciplinary course with omnibus-style lectures delivered by various lecturers. It consists of conventional classroom teaching as well as workshops and field studies. The course is wholly provided in English. Goal of Study At the end of the course, students are expected to have not only gained useful insights into planned interventions encompassing all the disaster management phases (mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery). Students will also be able to apply the knowledge to their own individual disaster and emergency planning. Content and Course Schedule Following topics will be covered in this course: Introduction to Disaster Management A history of in Disaster Management in Japan Natural Hazards in Japan such as earthquakes, Tsunamis, Typhoons, Flooding, Snow, etc. Current disaster prevention and mitigation technology in Japan Individual emergency & disaster preparedness in Japan Organizational side of disaster management (elites and panic; “disaster utopia”) Case study: the disaster management for international students in the damaged area (Nagoya and Kobe University) ICT application in time of disaster (survival confirmation system, etc.) (The topics above will be regularly reviewed and updated to conform with current events) Evaluation Method Attendance: 30%, Reports: 50%, Active Participation: 20% Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Textbook and reading materials will be introduced in class. Course Title Clear Speech in English Instructor(s) /Position Yasuhiko Sukegawa, Professor, Global Learning Center Day and Period Tuesday 14:40-16:10 Classroom A103 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This class aims to improve English pronunciation of those who speak English as a second language. Japanese learners of English often find it difficult to make themselves understood by native speakers of English due to phonetic influence from the sound system of the Japanese language. The same thing happens to English learners from other parts of the world as well. In this class, we will practice how to speak English clearly and fluently. Students who feel their English pronunciation is accented are encouraged to take this course. Since we spend most of our time for individual pronunciation correction, the number of students is limited up to fifteen. In case more than fifteen students show up at the first meeting, fifteen students will be selected by a lottery at the beginning of the class. If you do not take the lottery, you shall not be able to take this course. Goal of Study Nowadays, English is no longer the language of the UK, USA, Australia and other countries whose people are called “native speakers of English.” English has become a lingua franca for all the people of the world and some people assert that pronunciation does not matter. However, it is apparent that if we speak English with a strong accent, we cannot convey our ideas effectively. In this class, we use recordings of general American English and learn to differentiate English vowels and consonants clearly. We also learn to speak English with a natural rhythm and intonation so that we can communicate in English effectively Content and Course Schedule 1. How do we produce speech sounds? 2. What makes our English sound like English? 3. How can we reduce interference from mother tongues other than English? 1) Syllables 2) Vowels 3) Word stress and vowel length 4) Word stress and vowel clarity 5) Word stress patterns 6) Sentence focus: emphasizing content words 7) Sentence focus: De-emphasizing structure words 8) Choosing the focus words 9) Emphasizing structure words 10) Continuants and stops: /s/ and /t/ 11) Continuants and stops: /r/ and /d/, /l/ and /d/ 12) Voicing 13) Voicing and syllable length 14) Sibilants 15) Thought groups Evaluation Method Class attendance:25% Quiz:25% Evaluation of recording: 50% Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Clear Speech Student's Book: Basic Pronunciation and Listening Comprehension in North American English. 4th. In addition It is compulsory for you to buy the textbook before the second class. The university cooperative will sell it at Kawauchi campus. Course Title Japanese Art History Instructor(s) /Position Prof. Mitsuru HAGA Day and Period Thursday 10:30-12:00 Classroom C301 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline Art shows (and encompasses) the way we comprehend and understand this Universe. Therefore Art should be regarded as a visual philosophy; not as a mere illustration of history based on written documents. Thereupon, the importance of learning its history, in this case, Japanese Art History, can never be exaggerated. Goal of Study The objective of this course is to provide an outline and basic knowledge about Japanese Art History ranging from the beginnings of human habitation in the Japanese archipelago to the present, including the art of the Jomon, Yayoi, Kofun, Asuka and Nara, Heian, Kamakura, Muromachi, Azuchi-Momoyama, Edo, Meiji, Taisho, Showa and Heisei Periods. Content and Course Schedule 1) Course Orientation. What is Art? 2) Art of Jomon Period 3) Art of Yayoi and Kofun Periods 4) Asuka Hakuou Art~ the Reception of Buddhism 5) Art of Nara Period 6) Art of Heian Period 1 7) Art of Heian Perido 2 8) Art of Kamakura Period 9) Art of Nanbokucho/Muromachi Period 10) Art of Momoyama Period 11) Art of Edo Period 1 12) Art of Edo Period 2 13) Art of Meiji Period 1 14) Art of Meiji Period 2 15) Art of Taisho, Showa and Heisei Periods. Evaluation Method Evaluation will be based on final report (70%), performance in the class room (30%). Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References “A History of Japanese Art” Noritake TSUDA (Tuttle Publishing 2009) Course Title International Cooperation Instructor(s) /Position Teruyoshi KUMASHIRO, Professor, Global Learning Center Day and Period Friday 14:40-16:10 Classroom A101 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The inclusive development of developing countries is one of the major challenges in international society. Many countries and organizations have continuously supported the development efforts of developing countries. This course aims to help students deepen their understanding on the subject of international cooperation in various aspects. Goal of Study International development is not a new subject in international society and it is among the subjects which are increasingly being recognized as critical challenges in recent years. The policies and practices of international cooperation have evolved with changes in the international situation, such as the end of the Cold War and the progress of globalization. By the end of this course, students are expected to have a good understanding of basic topics related to international cooperation, such as the present situation in developing countries, the history and trend of international development, the outline of cooperation in international society (especially Japan), and the issues and challenges of international development. Content and Course Schedule Lectures will be given about the following topics. Students are expected to be spontaneous, self-motivated and active learners/participants in class. Presentations by students will be planned if the class size allows. Time allocation may be changed depending upon the progress of each lecture. 1) October 3 Guidance 2) October 10 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) (1) 3) October 17 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) (2) 4) October 24 Japanese official development assistance (ODA) (1) 5) November 7 Japanese official development assistance (ODA) (2) 6) November 14 Operations of Japan International Cooperation Agency 7) November 21 International trends of development assistance 8) November 28 Student presentation and discussion (1) 9) December 5 Student presentation and discussion (2) 10) December 12 Agriculture and rural development 11) December 19 Peacebuilding 12) January 9 Concept and practice of human security 13) January 23 Global partnership among donors 14) January 30 Wrap up 15) February 5 Final examination Evaluation Method Students will be evaluated based on: class attendance, general attitude in class, a presentation, and a final examination. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References No specific textbook is required. Reference books will be introduced in class. Lecture materials will be distributed in class. Course Title Karate for beginners with Japanese students Instructor(s) /Position Michio Sato, Teacher, Tohoku University. Toshihiko Fujimoto, Associate professor, Tohoku University. Day and Period Wednesday 13:00-14:30 Classroom Kawauchi Gymnasium Credit(s) 1 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline A first-class lecturer will teach you basic Karate techniques and “道”. Almost all students including Japanese students are beginners. Goal of Study Goal of this class is to feel the spirit of the martial arts, to experience basic Karate techniques and to learn a defense. And making Japanese friends. Japanese friends know deep and real Japan!! Content and Course Schedule A lecturer instructs Karate carefully. 1) Oct. 1. Registration, Lecture：What is Karate? 2) Oct. 8. Practice：Thrust and Kick 3) Oct. 15. The preceding review. Practice：Reverse thrust, thrust and kick. 4) Oct. 22. Basic practice of reverse thrust, thrust and kick, and a pattern [Kata]. 5) Oct. 29. The preceding review and a pattern [Kata]. 6) Nov. 5. The preceding review, and dash and kick. Basic practice of a pattern [Kata]. 7) Nov. 12. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 8) Nov. 19. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 9) Nov. 26. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 10) Dec. 3. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 11) Dec. 10. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 12) Dec. 17. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 13) Dec. 24. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 14) Jan. 7. The preceding review. A pattern practice with a partner [Kumite]. 15) Jan. 14. Summary and Assessment. Evaluation Method In-class participation 70%, examinations 20%, and attendance 10%) Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) In addition No equipment necessary. Martial arts uniforms (dogi) will be provided. If you would like to participate, please propose on 1 or 8. October at Kawauchi Gymnasium Main Arena or Arena 1. When you have a question, please ask to Toshihiko Fujimoto, Associate professor, Institute for Excellence in Higher Education. ([email protected] ). Course Title Instructor(s) /Position Fieldwork on Society and Education in Japan Kazuhiro SUGIMOTO, Associate Professor, Institute for Excellence in Higher Education Day and Period Alternate Thursdays (Basically once a fortnight) 13:00-16:10 Classroom R105, Global Learning Center Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course aims to provide academic and practical opportunities for students to experience Japanese society and its education through lecture, group discussion and fieldwork at some schools in Sendai. In this course, students will obtain basic knowledge about the historical characteristics and contemporary issues of Japanese education and develop a practical understanding of Japanese students’ life at school. Goal of Study In this course, students will be able to become acquainted with how Japanese education has been created in history and what challenges Japanese schools, in particular schools in Miyagi Prefecture, are facing. This course puts an emphasis on acquiring practical experience though fieldwork at schools and education board. Content and Course Schedule The course provides basic information and ideas which have formed education policies, system and practices in modern Japan, by which students will be able to comparatively examine education, referring to their own experience in their countries. Basically this course will be given fortnightly, on alternate Thursdays, but the schedule is subject to change. 1) October 2: Course Orientation Self-introduction/ Reflection on your own educational experiences in your countries/ Briefing on course schedule 2) October 16: Basic understanding of Japanese Education Lecture on the history and current issues of Japanese education and discussions among students 3) October 23: Visit to Miyagi Prefecture Education Board Visit to Miyagi Prefecture Education Board and discussions on prefectural education policies and other related issues (including a meeting with Miyagi Prefecture School Superintendent) (Students will be required to submit a short report.) 4) November 6: School education reforms in Japan Discussion on Japanese school education reforms, based on reading assignments 5) November 20: Visit to Sendai Nika Junior High School Class observation and exchange with students (Students will be required to submit a short report.) 6) December 11: Strengths and weaknesses in Japanese education Discussion on the characteristics of Japanese education from a comparative perspective 7) January 8: Visit to Shokei Gakuin Junior & Senior High School Class observation and exchange with students (Students will be required to submit a short report.) 8) Friday, January 16: Visit to Asahigaoka Primary School Class observation and exchange with students (Students will be required to submit a short report.) Evaluation Method Students’ performance will be assessed based on class participation (20%), homework (20%), reports (20%) and essay (40%). Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Reading assignments are offered in class. Course Title Instructor(s) /Position Dracula: Horror and Modernity Dr. J. Tink (Associate Professor, Department of English Literature) Day and Period Thursday 13:00-14:30 Classroom Room 135, School of Arts and Letters Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The purpose of this course is to read (in English) the novel Dracula, by Bram Stoker (published 1897), and to explore the following topics: 1: To examine the literary and historical contexts of the novel, especially in relation to the gothic novel tradition, and the culture of late Victorian Britain. 2: To explore the influence and reputation of the novel in the 20th century, especially in the formation of the horror genre, and the theme of the vampire in contemporary popular culture. This will include some consideration of cinema as well as writing. 3: To consider the themes of modernity, cultural identity and anxiety in the Dracula legacy, especially regarding gender roles, ethnicity, class, and modern technology. Goal of Study This course will enable students to study a novel written in English, and consider some of the literary, historical and cultural contexts of the text. Each week, students will be asked to read material in advance and then discuss issues and questions together in groups in the class. We will look at how the novel Dracula has become a global icon since its publication, and consider why the gothic-horror genre has acquired such modern popularity. Content and Course Schedule The course will involve reading around 40 pages of the novel each week in advance of the class, and then using each session for explanation of the material and discussion or relevant topics. Later sessions will explore specific topics. 1) Introduction 2) Reading the novel Dracula: Chapters I-III 3) Dracula Chapters IV-VI 4) Dracula Chapters VII-X 5) Dracula XI-XIII 6) Dracula XIV-XVI 7) Dracula XVII-XVIII 8) Dracula XIX –XXI 9) Dracula XXII-XXIII 10) Dracula XXIV-XXV 11) Dracula XXVI-XXVII 12) Dracula and Horror Cinema 13) Dracula, Vampires and Popular Culture 14) Dracula and Literary Theory 15) Final Exam Evaluation Method Course work (test, response papers) 40%; Final exam 40%; Attendance and class Participation 20%. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Bram Stoker, Dracula. Ed. Maurice Hindle. London: Penguin Classics, 2003. Course Title Introduction to Humanities and Social Sciences Instructor(s) /Position Yuko Murakami (Associate Professor) Day and Period Wednesday 13:00-14:30 Classroom Room 909, School of Arts and Letters Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline ARTS OF LOGIC THROUGH GO. Students are expected to learn translations among natural languages to formal languages. The game board of Go will be used to illustrate situations to be described in those languages. There are three sorts of class activities. First of all, students are to learn to play Go. They need to know the rules. Quizzes will examine whether they can write down the rules in an everyday language (either in English or in Japanese). It doubles a preparation to write them explicitly in a formal language. Second, they are to learn strategies and techniques to play Go. Due to class time restriction, the game board in class is limited to the smallest 4 by 4 board, although the strategies are different from those for the full 19 by 19 board. Moreover, there is an iPhone/iPad app, Cho U’s 4 by 4 Go Puzzle.to help students to practice out of the classroom. They are also expected to play the game in and out of the classroom. Finally, some lecture and discussion on cultural aspects of the game. Proverbs, myths, and historical episodes will be explained. Goal of Study The course aims two goals. First, students are to learn introductory logic with some advanced topics. Second, the course also requires students to learn cultural aspects behind of the game. Content and Course Schedule A considerable amount of time, however, will be devoted to let students practice translation between game rules and sentences of a formal language. They will see how a formal sentence can be interpreted in more than one situation, and how a situation of the world can be described in many formal sentences. 1) Course orientation. Introduction. Go in Japanese society. Some game rules (territory, the winning condition, how to capture stones). Practice games. 2) Review of game rules. Quiz 1. .Practice games. 3) More game rules (prohibited moves). Practice games. 4) Review of rules. Quiz 2. Practice games. 5) Introduction to a formal language 1 (FOL). Vocabulary. Connectives and quantifiers. Grammar. Description of situations on the game board. 6) Review of FOL. Quiz 3. Description of situations on the game board (cont’d) 7) How to construct game situations from formal sentences. Practice games. 8) How to “count” in FOL. Practice games. 9) Rules of inference of FOL. Logical consequence and logical validity. Logic and information. Quiz 4. 10) Discussion session. Go in Asian culture. Student presentation. Practice games. 11) Student presentation. Practice games. 12) Student presentation. Practice games. 13) Practice games. Go in Japanese society. 14) Practice games. Go in Japanese society. 15) Wrap-up session. Evaluation Method Students are expected to grasp the connection between a formal language and the world via translation. Quizzes of logic (symbolization) and go problems will assess students’ achievement, although the former will be weighed more as the latter is just to make it sure whether each student understands what is going on the board. Advanced students are expected to have ideas of how transition structures can be described by a language of tense logic. With the tense operator “Next,” the rules of the game determine legitimate transitions of game situations. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Cho U (Chang Hsu) (2011) Yonro no Go (in Japanese) Gento Sha Educational. ISBN: 978-4-344-97587-3 http://www.gentosha-edu.co.jp/products/post-95.html Recommended reading: David Palmer et al. (2007) Tarski’s World: Revised and Expanded. CSLI Publication. Yumi Hotta (2004-2011) Hikaru no Go 23 vols. VIZ Media LLC. In addition Students who already know how to play Go are expected to read the complete set of GO rules to translate them into sentences of a modal language specified in the class as advanced students as well as to help beginners to play the game in classroom. The following app is strongly recommended, but available only on iOS. Nihon Kiin. Cho U’s 4 by 4 Go Puzzle. (iPhone/iPad app. Available in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean) https://itunes.apple.com/app/ri-ben-qi-yuan-zhang-xuno/id517153034?mt=8 This course is partially supported by Nihon Kiin and Gentosha International. Course Title Introduction to Education Kazuya TANIGUCHI / Associate Professor, Graduate Instructors / Position School of Education Sicong CHEN / Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Education Day and Period Monday 13:00-14:30 Classroom R105, Global Learning Center Credits 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course aims to reconsider education in Japan in your images and to explore the possibility of education for the next generation. We may have misunderstandings or assumptions about education in different countries. Meeting real situations and exchanging opinions among students from different countries is a way to develop a relative perspective on education. This course consists of 3 parts: 1) students will get basic knowledge of Japanese education in Part 1; 2) students will meet actual Japanese education and go beyond mutual misunderstandings in Part 2; 3) students will discuss the possibility of “Global Citizenship Education” for the next generation in Part 3. Goal of Study Through this course, students will be able to reconsider their existing images of education and start to explore the possibility of education which is future-oriented and beyond borders. Content and Course Schedule [Part 1] Basic Knowledge on Japanese Education 1) Exchange Your Experiences: Orientation 2) Taro’s Career Path: Basic Aspects of Japanese Educational System 3) Who Can Publish Textbooks? : Basic Knowledge on Japanese Educational Policy 4) Hidden Japanese Volunteering: Non Formal Education System in the Community 5) Presentation: Show Your School Days [Part 2] Exploring Real Japanese Education 6) Why is ICT in Japanese Language: Recent Trends in Education in Japan 7) Is Japanese History Textbook Unfair? Real Descriptions of History 8) Prepare the Interview to Japanese High School Students 9) Real Japanese School: Observation Trip 10) Have Your Images Changed? Discussion and Short Report [Part 3] What is Global Citizenship? 11) Who is Japanese? Reconsider Citizenship and Domestic Education 12) Different Countries have Different Fundamentals of Education 13) We have Many Options 01: The Theoretical Background of Global Citizenship 14) We have Many Options 02: Explain the Variations of “Global Citizen” 15) What Have You Learned: Final Presentations Evaluation Method The course is activity and discussion oriented. Students will use the “Portfolio”, the worksheet in which students can record what they discuss and what they think. We will evaluate the descriptions in the Portfolio (70%). Short report in the 10th class is included in the Portfolio. The course includes two individual presentations (5th and 15th). Each presentation is 15% (15%×2) Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References ・Norio IKENO ed. Citizenship Education in Japan, Continuum, 2011. ・MEXT, ‘Principle Guide Japan’s education System’ MEXT HP http://www.mext.go.jp/english/introduction/1303952.htm ・MEXT, ‘Improvement of Academic Abilities’, MEXT HP http://www.mext.go.jp/english/elsec/1303755.htm ・There will be other reading materials to be handed out during the course. Course Title Introduction to Special Needs Education in Japan Instructor(s) /Position Yeonhee HWANG, Instructor, Tohoku Fukushi University Day and Period Tuesday 10:30-12:00 Classroom R107 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The purpose of the course is provide students with an overview of special needs children in Japan with an emphasis on developmental disabilities including Learning Disabilities(LD), Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). The purpose of the class is also to give students an understanding of general cognitive, educational and social-behavioral characteristics of individuals with developmental disabilities. Goal of Study Students will be able to describe the cognitive, educational, and social-behavioral characteristics of individuals with various types of developmental disabilities. Students will also be able to understand the importance of developing effective teaching strategies for all students in the classroom and will compare classroom accommodation in Japan and in their countries. Content and Course Schedule Students will participate in various activities (including simulations) to understand characteristics and symptoms of developmental disabilities. Students will discuss strategies that promote learning and social acceptance in the classroom. A visit to elementary school or special needs education center will help to deepen understanding of Japanese special needs education. 1) October 7 Course Orientation Course outline and expectations will be given. Students will be asked to share with the class how disabilities are categorized in their countries. 2) October 14 Japanese Special Needs Education An overview of Japanese special needs education will be given, especially focusing on recent changes in legislation relating to individuals with developmental disabilities. 3) October 21 Developmental Disabilities The causes and classifications of developmental disabilities will be discussed. Also, we will examine appropriate and non-biased language showing respect for individuals with disabilities 4) October 28 Learning Disabilities(LD) 1 Basic types of L D will be discussed as well as the definition of LD. 5) November 4 Learning Disabilities(LD) 2 Warning signs and mechanisms of LD will be discussed including looking at case studies. 6) November 11 Learning Disabilities(LD) 3 Students will experience LD simulation or awareness-raising activities and discuss teaching strategies and learning materials appropriate for children with LD. 7) November 18 Field experience The class will visit an elementary school or center for children with developmental disabilities. The school to be visited is not yet fixed. 8) November 25 ADHD 1 Definitions and behavioral characteristics of ADHD will be discussed including looking at case studies. 9) December 2 ADHD 2 Students will experience ADHD simulation or awareness-raising activities and discuss teaching strategies and learning materials appropriate for children with ADHD. 10) December 9 ADHD 3 Medication and behavior management to control ADHD behaviors will be discussed. The class will discuss the major current issues related to medication for ADHD. 11) December 16 Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD) The core symptoms and types of Autism Spectrum Disorders will be discussed including looking at case studies. 12) January 6 Asperger Syndrome The characteristics and warning signs of Asperger Syndrome will be discussed including looking at case studies. 13) January 13 Theory of Mind We will discuss the concept of theory of mind and how it is often impaired in person with ASD. 14) January 20 Working memory and Developmental Disabilities Working memory capacity is closely related to a child’s ability to learn. The characteristics of working memory of children with developmental disabilities and classroom support for them will be discussed. 15) January 27 <Looking forward to the future> Support services in college and career preparation for people with developmental disabilities will be discussed. Students will be asked to share with the class the services available in their countries. Evaluation Method In-class participation 30%, reports 30%, homework10%, and attendance 20% Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References There is no assigned text for this course. The instructor will supply students with the necessary handouts as needed. Supplementary textbooks will be introduced in class. Course Title Seminar on Private International Law II Instructor(s) /Position Keisuke Takeshita, Associate Professor, School of Law Wednesday (every other week, irregular) Day and Period 14:40-16:10, 16:20-17:50 First Class: October 22 Classroom School of Law’s Lecture Room 3 Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This seminar deals with the present legal order of private law in the world. We will firstly analyze some issues on Japanese private law from comparative perspective. And then, we explore the judicial resolution of transnational private law disputes and discuss the necessity of private international law and the possibility of a world law. Goal of Study The objectives of this seminar are (1) to acquire the elementary knowledge of comparative law and private international law and (2) to understand the present situation of the legal order of private law in the world. Each participant also needs to explain his/her own thoughts on the possibility of a world law in the final presentation. Content and Course Schedule In each class of the seminar, we read and discuss relevant articles. The schedule of this seminar is as follows: 1) Introduction 2) Some Issues on Japanese Private Law from Comparative Perspective -- We deal with some issues on Japanese private law and compare Japanese rules which are applied to such issues with those of other countries. 3) Private International Law and Possibility of a World Law -- We explore the judicial resolutions of transnational private law disputes and understand the necessity of private international law. We also discuss the possibility of a world law. 4) Students' Presentations -- Each student needs to make a presentation on his/her thoughts on the possibility of a world law or how to settle the transnational private law disputes. Evaluation Method The course grade will be determined based on the following factors: a) Quality of the presentations in the seminar. (50% ) b) Quality of the papers that the participants need to submit. (50% ) Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References The photocopies of articles and papers used in this seminar will be distributed. In addition In this seminar, English is used as a standard language. Course Title Special Lecture on Practical Studies in Law and Policy ①･⑤: TAKESHITA Keisuke / Associate Professor, School of Law, Tohoku University ② : TANI Midori / Consulting Fellow, Senior Analyst for Consumer Policy, Commerce and Distribution Policy Group, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau, Ministry Instructor(s) /Position of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) ③ : TOKUSUE Sayako / Program Officer, Project Manager, Sasakawa Africa Association ④ : INOUE Yasuhito / Judge, Kyoto District Court Day and Period Fridays, ①Oct. 17･②Nov. 7･③Dec. 5･④Jan. 9･⑤Jan. 23 ①･⑤: 16:20-17-50, ②･③･④: 16:20-19:30 ① : Main Conference Room, School of Law Bldg. 3rd Floor, Classroom Kawauchi Campus ②･③･④･⑤: Seminar Room 1, School of Law Bldg. 2nd Floor, Kawauchi Campus Credit(s) 1 ①･⑤: TAKESHITA Keisuke ([email protected]) E-mail ② : TANI Midori ([email protected]) ③ : TOKUSUE Sayako ([email protected]) ④ : INOUE Yasuhito ([email protected]) Objectives and Outline The purpose of this class is to study the globalization in the field of law and policy from a practical point of view. In this class, three practitioners who all take active roles in a global context will make lectures based on their practical experiences. The lectures relate to issues and problems which should be explored as important topics in today’s globalized society. Goal of Study Students will come to understand the actual globalization in the field of law and policy through the lectures. In particular, they need to gain basic understandings of each topic and to think by themselves what are important and essential to deal with issues and problems in a global context. Content and Course Schedule The content and course schedule will be as follows: 1) ◆ Session 1: October 17 (Fri), 16:20-17:50 Instructor: TAKESHITA Keisuke Course introduction 2) ◆ Session 2: November 7 (Fri), 16:20-19:30 Instructor: TANI Midori “Environmental Policy, Protecting the Environmental Quality of Water and Air” Japan has been carrying out various activities to protect the environment. We will look into different actions to protect the quality of water and air, and the global environment. Many kinds of efforts are needed to cope with the environmental problems. For example, creation of a law is an important step, but it would not have an effect without activities to ensure the compliance. The government must act, but there are also other important actors. Students will be encouraged to think about means for protecting the environment from diverse viewpoints. * Required text: Japan’s Environmental Policy http://www.rieti.go.jp/en/special/ policy-update/039.html 3) ◆ Session 3: December 7 (Fri), 16:20-19:30 Instructor: TOKUSUE Sayako “The road towards sustainable rural development: A case study of the empower- ment of women agro-processing cooperatives in rural Ethiopia” Since 2007, Ethiopia is experiencing strong economic growth at an average rate of more than 11 per cent. However, 66% of the people in the country still live at less than $2 a day; those smallholder farmers in rural area, who consist majority of the population, do not seem to have been benefitted from the country’s growth. By taking a case of women agro-processing cooperatives supported by an international NGO, this lecture aims to shed light on the dynamics and challenges which rural farming communities are facing in Ethiopia, and explore ways to improve their livelihood in a sustainable manner. 4) ◆ Session 4: January 9 (Fri), 16:20-19:30 Instructor: INOUE Yasuhito “Globalisation and the Rolls of Lawyers” What does the globalisation mean to lawyers? Some may think that it may mean something only for the limited number of lawyers specialised to company law and business law working in particular big law firms, and that it has little to do with usual lawyers and judges. This notion might be true, at least in the past. However, the progress of the internationalisation in our society lets us re-examine the rolls of, and the expectations to, lawyers, especially Japanese ones, now and in the future. 5) ◆ Session 5: January 23 (Fri), 16:20-17:50 Instructor: TAKESHITA Keisuke Examination Evaluation Method Students will be evaluated based on the following factors: a) In-class participation 20% b) Homework 40% c) Examination 40% Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Course Title Japanese Business and Economy A Instructor Professor Nakabayashi Day and Period Wednesday, 13:00-14:30 Classroom Seminar Room 1, 1st floor, Economics Building Credit 2 E-mail [email protected] Course Objectives and Outline This course is an introduction to the study of microeconomics. By the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of how economists approach and think about issues like: behavior of firms, market competition, rent controls, international trade and tariffs, externalities, and many more. Learning Goal 1. An understanding of the interaction of the individual, the firm and the industries in the structure of the economy. 2. An understanding of production and cost decisions made by firms and understanding of different market structures. 3. An understanding of the role of government in externalities and antitrust. Course Content As described in “Course Objectives and Outline” Course Schedule 1) Introduction to Economics/Scarcity and Choice 2) Gains from Trade 3) Supply and Demand 4) Elasticity 5) Market Efficiency 6) Price Ceilings, Floors, and Bans/ Costs of Taxation 7) International Trade 8) Externalities 9) Public Goods and Common Resources 10) The Costs of Production 11) Competitive Markets 12) Monopoly 13) Oligopoly 14) Monopolistic Competition 15) Labor Markets Assessment Criteria Grades of the course will be assigned as follows: AA……….Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Failure (0-59%) Homework: 20%, Midterm #1: 20%, Midterm #2: 20％, Final: 40％. A final make-up may be taken later. All students must take a final. No other makeup will be given for this course grade. Textbook N. Gregory Mankiw, Principles of Microeconomics, 6th edition. Note Please consider to take Microeconomics I given by GPEM if you would like to study microeconomics at an intermediate (or some advanced) level. During the course, you will be required to complete homework assignments found on the MINDTAP WEBSITE (http://cengage.com/login). Course Title Business Communication A Instructor(s) /Position Ray Roman, Professor Day and Period Thurs 14:40-16:10 Classroom Seminar Room 1,Faculty of Economics Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The purpose of this course is to increase your business communication knowledge and abilities. We will discuss a variety of business communication topics, with a focus on improving practical communication skills. Goal of Study At the end of this course you will have a better understanding of international business communication. You will be able to perform more effectively in a wide range of business situations as both an individual and team member. Content and Course Schedule To prepare for each class you will have a reading assignment and sometimes a written homework assignment. Often you will work with other students in small groups, discussing the homework assignment or doing other activities. We will have many opportunities to practice discussion and presentation skills during class time. 1) October 2 Introduction 2) October 9 Business Writing (homework = 5 points) 3) October 16 Organizational Communication Effectiveness (homework = 5 points) 4) October 23 Leadership Communication (homework = 5 points) 5) October 30 Rhetoric and Public Speaking (homework = 5 points) 6) November 6 Mid-term Test 7) November 13 Presentation Preparation (homework = 5 points) 8) November 20 Presentation Preparation (homework = 10 points) 9) November 27 Student Presentations-a (practice) 10) December 4 Student Presentations-b (practice) 11) December 11 Student Presentations-a (evaluated) 12) December 18 Student Presentations-b (evaluated) 13) January 8 Student Presentations (continued) and/or video on presentation skills 14) January 15 Review of student presentations 15) January 22 Summary of Course and Q&A Evaluation Method Homework 35% Test 25% Presentation 30% Participation 10% Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References There is no textbook. All reading material will be available on a course blog site or other download site. I will give you access information on the first day. In addition Students should Be prepared for each class Complete all assignments completely and on time Participate effectively and energetically in class exercises Give best effort in all activities Course Title Instructor(s) /Position Global Company Research Fujimoto, Shibata, Shibuya, Fukushima, Professors of Graduate School of Economics and Management Day and Period Thursday, 18:00-19:30 Classroom Lecture Room A200, Kawauchi Kita Campus Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected] Objectives and Outline The purpose of this class is to understand global business strategies and human resource management of Japanese companies. In each class, a guest speaker is invited from a global Japanese company and give us a lecture on global business in English. Goal of Study The goal of this class is to understand real global business strategies of Japanese companies and to give students a picture of working in Japanese companies and establishing their career in them. Content and Course Schedule In each class, a guest speaker is invited from a global Japanese company and give us a lecture on global business in English. As guest speakers are invited from diverse industries (e.x. ICT, manufacturing, retailer, trading, finance and so on), students are able to know strategies of various industries. 1) October 2 Course Orientation 2) October 9 Guest speaker’s lecture 3) October 16 Guest speaker’s lecture 4) October 23 Guest speaker’s lecture 5) October 30 Guest speaker’s lecture 6) November 6 Guest speaker’s lecture 7) November 13 Guest speaker’s lecture 8) November 20 Guest speaker’s lecture 9) November 27 Guest speaker’s lecture 10) December 4 Guest speaker’s lecture 11) December 11 Guest speaker’s lecture 12) December 18 Guest speaker’s lecture 13) January 8 Guest speaker’s lecture 14) January 15 Guest speaker’s lecture 15) January 22 Guest speaker’s lecture Evaluation Method Attendance (50%), Report at the end of term on the requested theme (50%) Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Handouts will be distributed, if guest speakers need. In addition Attendance is confirmed in each class. Course Title Career Development Instructor(s) /Position Yoshinobu (Yoshi) Nakamura /Part time lecturer Day and Period Tuesday, 13:00-14:30 Classroom Seminar Room 1, Faculty of Economics Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] (With CC) [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course offers the opportunity to acquire basic knowledge of Japanese society, typical Japanese companies as well as multinational companies, useful in developing know-how and skills to be later used in job-hunting activity. In addition, by introducing the concepts of career development and a life in a company, through the curriculum and active classroom discussion this course will also give valuable insight toward selection of one’s future career. Further, this course will offer practical guidance in matters of Japanese business etiquette, and essential tips for effective resume and entry-sheet preparation, as well as an understanding of company meeting protocol and polishing one’s presentation skills. Goal of Study 1. Opportunity for enrollee to consider work as existing both in the framework of business society as well as together with one’s life overall. 2. Goal is to gain the necessary knowledge and improve skill at interpersonal relations in order to become a fulfilled member of society and enhance one’s value as a perspective employee. 3. Master communication skills for information gathering regarding job-hunting activity about Japanese companies or other multinational companies. 4. Draft a short article of the title “My Career Plan starting at present up to the next five to ten years”. Content and Course Schedule The course will be interactive and experience-based, so positive and pro-active participation of the self-motivated enrollee is both encouraged and expected. The course will aim to give the enrollee the ability to shape and guide his/her career by building on one’s own experience, led by an instructor with a wealth of long-term job experience in personnel matters at a major Japanese multinational corporation, who will work with enrollee to assist and give advice and tips throughout the duration of the course. Depending on content, course assignments may be either individual or team based, allowing enrollees the opportunity to develop independently as well as hone effective teamwork skills. This course also plans to invite special guest lecturers such as experienced industry executives and human resource managers to give valuable practical advice and insight to the enrollee. 1)October 7th Introduction Lecturer's self-introduction and explanation of the coursework objectives and way of proceeding. Enrollees will also be asked to introduce themselves, so that all may be aware of each other’s background and experience. In this first segment, the course will examine how to effectively gather information about a prospective company and how to evaluate company summaries. 2) October 14th Japanese corporations Features and characteristics of a typical Japanese management system Distribution & Reading assignment ：Copy of Japanese Human Resource Management Ch. 1&15 :Hideo Ishida 3) October 21st Japanese Human Resource Management practices Japanese Human Resource Management :Hideo Ishida Distribution & Reading assignment ：21st-Century Japanese Management Ch.4&9： J C. Abegglen ：The Career Interest Questionnaire 4) October 28th Career planning Know yourself first – where do I want to go and what have I done so far to get there? Distribution : My Life & Career Planning Work Sheet 5) November 4th A look at Japanese companies at present A look at why Japanese companies hiring non-Japanese employees, and what these companies hope to gain from hiring exchange students to Japan 6) November 11th Strategic Workshop I Round-table free discussion with the personnel manager from a major multinational company Guest speaker will be announced later. 7) November 18th The Japanese employment practices in Japan Regular annual hiring and in-house human resource development 8) November 25th Learning more about Japanese companies In what type of companies are you most interested? In what kind of work? How to find out for what type of company and work you may be best suited 9) December 2nd Japanese business etiquette Keys to success in working effectively in a Japanese company with local employees Assignments: Please make Your Job Hunting Resumes To Send by e-Mail by weekend your interest company and bring a copy next class 10) December 9th Job Resumes How to draft a polished and effective job-hunting resume. 11) December 16th Job Interviews Types of questions you may be asked, and examples of effective responses. Course will involve enrollees in simulated job-interviews to hone essential interview skills. Distribution : THE SHIFT The Future of Work Author: Lynda Gratton 12) January 6th Strategic Workshop II Round-table free discussion with a senior executive for a major Japanese multinational company Guest speaker will be announced later. 13) January 13th Final Presentation "My Career Plan" five to ten years from now. 14) January 20th Final Presentation (continued) 2nd group "My Career Plan" five to ten years from now. 15) January 27th Final Presentation (continued) 3rd group "My Career Plan" five to ten years from now. Evaluation Method • There will be no written tests. Class Attendance 10% Participation in class discussion, etc. Assignments and homework Final presentation 20% 20% 20% A short article of the title "My Career Plan" (5-10 pages in length). To be submitted first of January. 30% Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Reading Material will be provided in the class Japanese Human Resource Management Ch. 1&15: Author: Hideo Ishida, Publisher: Keio Univ. Sangyou Kenkyu-jo （Industrial Laboratory） 21st-Century Japanese Management Author: J C. Abegglen Ch.4&9: THE SHIFT Author: The Future of Work portion Lynda Gratton Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead Author: portion Sheryl Sandberg In addition Details regarding the schedule may be subject to change. Students should •Be prepared for each class •Complete all assignments completely and on time •Participate effectively and with energy in class exercises Course Title Nonprofit Organization Instructor(s) /Position Yuko Nishide, Associate Professor Day and Period Monday 13:00-14:30 Classroom Seminar Room 3, Faculty of Economics Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course aims at providing basic knowledge and ideas on nonprofit organizations striving to solve various social problems and to create social values, and social capital such as trust, norms of reciprocity and networks. Topics relating to nonprofit organizations and social capital are discussed through lectures, student presentations and discussions. Goal of Study On successful completion of the course, students may expect to - understand the basic theory and systems relating to nonprofit organizations and social capital - understand historical development of Japanese nonprofit organizations and social capital - comprehend the state and challenges facing nonprofit organizations and social capital; and - think through how to solve such problems and make recommendations Content and Course Schedule The following topics relating to nonprofit organizations and social capital are examined through lectures, student presentations and discussions: - Theory, Significance, System, International Comparison - Historical development, state and challenges - Management (mission, HRM, fund development, marketing, accountability) - Case Studies (Environment, Disaster Relief, Community Development) - Cross-sector Partnership (Nonprofits, Business, Government, University) - Beyond Sector Boundary (Social Enterprise, Social Business) Course Schedule 1) October 6 Guidance 2) October 20 Concept and Mission of Nonprofit Organizations 3) October 27 Service Provision and Advocacy 4) November 10 Social Capital 5) November 17 Social Entrepreneurship 6) December 1 Giving and Volunteering 7) December 8 Human Resource Management 8) December 15 Leadership 9) December 22 Fundraising, Performance and Accountability 10) January 5 Cross-sector Partnerships 11) January 19 Student Presentations 12) January 26 Student Presentations 13) -15) TBA Visiting nonprofit organizations or guest lectures or service learning and Wrap up Evaluation Method Presentation (30%), research paper (30%), quizzes (20%), discussions (20%) Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Agard, Kathryn A. ed. (2011) Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations: A Reference Handbook, SAGE Publications. Bornstein, David. (2007) How to Change the World: Social Entrepreneurs and the Power of New Ideas, Oxford University Press. Brooks, Arthur C. (2009) Social Entrepreneurship: A Modern Approach to Social Value Creation, Prentice Hall. Crutchfield, Leslie R. and Grant, Heather M. (2012) Forces for Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits, Jossey-Bass. Nishide, Yuko (2009) Social Capital and Civil Society in Japan, Tohoku University Press. Osborne Stephen P. (2013) Voluntary and Not-for- Profit Management, SAGE. * How to get a copy of the textbook and readings is announced at the first class In addition Reviewing the textbook is required for effective discussions and presentations. 【Contact】E-mail: [email protected] 【Office Hour】by appointment through email Course Title Microeconomics I Instructor(s) /Position Jun Nakabayashi / Associate Professor Day and Period Tuesday, 14:40-16:10 Classroom Seminar room 7, Faculty of Economics Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This course covers techniques, concepts and methodology that constitute static partial equilibrium analysis, the standard tool set routinely used in the everyday life of an economist. Goal of Study Students will learn production and consumption theory. Time permitting, we will cover partial equilibrium analysis of output markets, rudiments of uncertainty and information economics as well as simple general equilibrium models. Content and Course Schedule Weeks 1 – 5 : Producer Theory Varian: Chap. 1-6 Weeks 6– 9 Consumer Theory Varian: Chap. 7-10, Intermediate Varian: Chap. 2-11 and 14. Week 10-11 Risk and Uncertainty Varian: Chap. 11, Intermediate Varian: Chap. 12-13. Week 12- 15 Partial Equilibrium Varian: Chap. 18, Sec. 18.8-9. Intermediate Varian: Chap. 29. Evaluation Method The course grade will be computed as follows: 20% Homework, 30% Midterm Exam, 50% Final Exam. There will be approximately 6 homework assignments. You can discuss the homework questions with your classmates, but you will need to write up the answers independently. No make-up exam for the midterm will be given; students who have a pre-approved excuse for missing the midterm will have the final exam counted for 80% of the grade. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References 1) Hal R. Varian (1992) Microeconomics Analysis, 3rd edition, W.W.Norton, New York, NY 2) Hal R. Varian (2014) Intermediate Microeconomics: A Modern Approach W. W. Norton & Company; 8th International student In addition Prerequisite: Intermediate level of microeconomics Course Title History of Economic Thought Day and Period Monday 10:30-12:00 Classroom Seminar Room 3, Faculty of Economics Credit(s) 2 Instructor(s) /Position Yutaka Furuya, Associate Professor E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The course will trace some of the pivotal thinkers and ideas that have had deep influence on the development of economic science. The course involves reading primary source material, conducting class discussion, making group presentations and writing an essay. Goal of Study Students will: - acquire a knowledge of the various schools of economic thought - increase one’s understanding of why the study of economics has changed over time Content and Course Schedule - On the History of Economic Thought - The Mercantilist School - The Classical School - Karl Marx - The Margilalist School - John Maynard Keynes - Economics after the WWII 1) October 6 Course Orientation 2) October 20 The present situation of Economics 3) October 27 Chicago School of Economics, third generation 4) November 10 American Keynesian 5) November 17 J. M. Keynes 6) December 1 Marginal revolution 7) December 8 Karl Marx 8) December 15 David Ricardo 9) December 22 Friedrich List 10) January 5 Wrap up 11) January 19 Reading week 12) January 26 Final presentation 13) 14) 15) Evaluation Method - Class participation and contribution (50%) - Final presentation (25%) - Essay (25%) Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Most of the primary source materials used in this course are provided on-line. For those of you who are looking for preliminary readings on the subject, I recommend the following books: - The Worldly Philosophers: The Lives, Times And Ideas Of The Great Economic Thinkers by Robert L. Heilbroner - A History of Economics: The Past as the Present by John Kenneth Galbraith - In the Shadow of Adam Smith: Founders of Scottish Economics 1700-1900 by Donald Rutherford Course Title Financial Engineering Instructor(s) /Position Ryozo Miura/ Lecturer Day and Period Wednesday on alternating weeks, 14:40-17:50 Classroom Seminar Room 23, 5F, Graduate School of Arts and Letters. Credit(s) 2 E-mail TBA Objectives and Outline Financial Engineering treats financial risks. It has developed many financial-risk hedging tools such as forwards/futures, swaps, options and many other new financial instruments. They are all called derivatives in general. They came up after a certain development of portfolio analysis. In this course, we will look at their concepts/roles, pricing theory and risk managements along with their mathematical and statistical frameworks. We do not want to go deep into any advanced-level mathematics, but certain undergraduate-level mathematics are required, that is, linear algebra, calculus, and probability/statistics theory. Goal of Study Aim of this course is that students acquire sure quantitative views of the variety of new financial instruments as well as their pricing schemes and risk management frameworks that are practiced in our modern financial markets. It is the important financial aspects of our current economy. Content and Course Schedule 1) & 2) October 8 Mean-Variance Portfolio Analysis (Single period model) is discussed. Items include; Minimum variance portfolio, global minimum variance portfolio, efficient frontier, and tangency portfolio. Then, CAPM (Capital Asset Pricing Model) will be discussed. Black’s CAPM may also be explained if time allows. Also, Statistical methods for estimation of Beta will be explained. Items are; Market Model (a simple linear regression model) and Jensen’s Alpha. Least square estimates and, if time is allowed, Non-parametric estimates (Rank statistics). Homework 1 will come. 3) & 4) October 15 Mean-Variance Portfolio Analysis (Single period model) continued. APT (Arbitrage Pricing Theory) will be discussed with items including; Multi-factor model, Zero-beta arbitrage portfolio. Also, statistical methodology for finding factors will be briefly explained. Fama-French model seems so popular in practice. This will be explained as an example of multiple linear regression models. 5) & 6) October 22 Financial Derivatives: introduction Basic derivatives such as Forward and Future, Options, Swaps and Exotics with exercise-types: so-called European and American, will be explained with their definitions and risk hedging roles. Black-Scholes Option Pricing Theory (partial Differential Equation Approach) will be explained. Along with brief instruction of Brownian Motions (Standard Wiener Processes), and Ito’s Stochastic Calculus (simple scheme). This pricing framework is very fundamental since it works for many of the (European-type) derivatives. If time allows, some further development such as VIX(volatility index) will be explained. Homework 2 will come. 7) & 8) November 5 Interest rates. Items start with: Spot rates, Forward rates and no arbitrage, and terms and term structures. Then, interest rates Stochastic Process such as Vasicek-Jamshidian model and Heath-Jarrow-Morton Model will be introduced so that and Corporate Bonds and Interest rates derivatives can be priced. The derivatives include: Swaps, Swap-options, Caps, Floors. Homework 3 will come. 9) & 10) November 19 Risk managements: Market Risk. Items include: VaR (Value at Risk) of portfolios and statistical methods for its measurements, Short falls, and Stress tests. Then, Copula functions will be briefly explained. They have been introduced in order to measure the specific non-normal behavior of bivariate data. Homework 4 will come. 11) & 12) December 3 Risk Management: Credit Risk Items include: Credit ratings and default probabilities, transition of ratings and default probabilities), Merton’s model (Structural model) and Reduced-form model to estimate default risk. Then, Credit risk VaR and its bivariate case will be discussed. Homework 5 will come. 13) & 14) December 17 Risk managements: Credit Risk continued. Definitions and valuations of Credit derivatives such as CDS(credit default swaps) will be discussed. Then, the scheme of Securitization will be explained. Sub-prime housing loan securitized will be referred. Counter-party risk will also be mentioned. If time allows, several exotic derivatives such as Weather derivatives, Coco Bonds, etc. will be briefly explained. 15) January 7 Financial Crises (1987, 2008) will be reviewed briefly in relation to the above derivatives. Items are: CDS, Securitizations, Counterparty risk and importance of information/data transparency. 16) January 21 Final Examination Evaluation Method The course work of Students will be evaluated based on class participation (10%), homework (50%) and final examination (40%). Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Class materials are taken mainly from the two books: [Theory of Financial Decision Making] by Jonathan E. Ingersoll Jr (Rowman & Littlefield publisher. 1987) for mean-variance analysis and [Options, Futures and Other Derivatives] by John C. Hull (Pearson Prentice Hall, Pearson International Edition. sixth edition 2006. There came out 9th. Edition this year that includes more recent topics such as financial crisis) for derivatives. In addition Review your under graduate-level mathematics such as linear algebra, calculus and probability/statistics. Office hour is set for 90 minutes right after the two-consecutive classes on each class-holding days. Please be aware that homework is an important channel for communications between teacher and students as well as students’ exercises. Homework will be returned with grades and comments. E-mail address will be announced at the first class-meeting. Course Title Instructor(s) /Position Management of Global Financial Institutions Daisuke TOKI, Special Advisor to the President (Research), Managing Professor, Tohoku University Day and Period Thursday, 16:20-17:50 Classroom Seminar Room 24, Faculty of Economics Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The objectives of this course is to understand the management of global financial institutions from both theoretical and practical perspectives, combination of economics, finance, and business management, especially with my 21 years group. of experience at US investment bank We will focus on three areas; business model and its decision, economic growth, and financial institution organizational management. There are two types of business model, one is flow-type business model such as investment banking industry, and the other is a stock-type business model such as commercial banks and asset management industries. We will analyze US investment banking industry by clarifying key management decisions which eventually led to 2008 financial crisis. In terms of economic growth, we will discuss how financial institutions should consider business expansion in emerging countries from economic and financial market growth perspectives. Lastly, we will discuss key management resources such as IT, risk management, governance decisions, and leadership of global financial institutions. Goal of Study The goal of study is to understand a basic structure of global financial institutions business, a relationship between economic environmental change and business management decisions as a combination of economics, finance, and management. At the end, you should be able to write a report on your financial institutions business proposal. Content and Course Schedule Focusing on understanding financial institutions management by combining economics, finance, and business management. Financial knowledge is not required as these will be reviewed during courses. A pace of course will change depending on students understanding, and discussion speed. 1) October 9, - Orientation: Course overview - As decision making is the most important for business management, it is important to understand how management people would make their decision. We will overview of financial institutions management decision factors. 2) October 16, - Functions of financial institution business is a financial intermediary. A role of financial institutions There are 6 basic theoretical functions of financial systems, which lead to understand financial institutions business models. 3) October 23, - Financial Innovation - As there are no patent in financial institutions business model, it is required to have continuous innovations to grow business. innovation are connected with functions of financial systems. These One of great financial innovation in 2000’s as an industry might have led to 2008 financial crisis. 4) October 30, - US Investment Bank business model – There were the law in 1933 which separate investment banks and commercial banks, which was abandoned in 1999. This change led to a competitions between investment banking and commercial banking industry which will be reviewed from management decision making perspectives. 5) November 6, - Asset Management Business model - Asset management industry are growth business in matured countries. A business model and key business decisions of this stock-type business models will be reviewed. 6) November 13, - Economic growth of emerging countries - After BRICs was named in 2001, there has been a focus on a growth of emerging countries. Theory of economic growth, and a view from business opportunities will be discussed. 7) November 20, - Financial openness and financial market growth growth is a key for financial institutions business decision. Financial market Financial market growth comparisons among emerging countries will be discussed. 8) November 27, - Examples of emerging countries growth – Some examples of emerging countries such as Myanmar, Indonesia, others will be discussed from financial market growth perspectives. 9) December 4, - Financial institutions organization management - An organization management is very important to implement strategies. We will oversee key components of financial organizations. 10) December 11, Organization management (1) - Information Technology – IT is one of most important resources and investment in financial institutions. How we should think about IT investment will be discussed. 11) December 18, Organization management (2) - Risk Management very unique in financial institutions management. Risk management is In addition to market risk which has changed in the past 15 years, operational risks management have also become important. 12) January 8, Organization management (3) - Leadership- for financial institutions business management. people and coach leadership are discussed. People are most important asset How global financial institutions grow 13) January 15, Organization management (4) – Governance – Governance has been focus as there have been many financial scandals. How the management should think about governance, and how they should build its structure will be discussed. 14) January 22, - Recent topics of financial institutions management – We will choose topics with students to be discussed. 15) January 29, - Recap of the course - We will recap the course and discuss students thoughts on their financial institutions business models which should be summarized in their final report. Evaluation Method Students will be evaluated based on class participation (30%), two homework short report (20%), and final report (50%). Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Power points presentation will be distributed and reference will be introduced in a class. In addition I will discuss from my 21 years of career including 11 years of management experience at Goldman Sachs group. Course Title Food Economics Keiichi Ishii Asso. Prof., Department of Resource and Instructor(s) /Position Environmental Economics, Graduate School of Agricultural Science Day and Period Classroom Thursday, 10:30 – 12:00 Seminar Room (2F 203), Laboratory Block 1, Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Amamiya Campus Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline This subject will examine the problems concerning the security of food which is indispensable for our lives and a variety of policy design from an economic perspective. The security of food contains quantitative problem regarding the acquisition of necessary amount of nutrition and qualitative problem which requires the measures for food hygiene and food quality. To the former problem, we will examine the supply and demand structure for food in Japan and also on the global level. For the latter problem, we will examine the alteration of Japanese food chain along with its economic development. Class will take seminar form. Goal of Study Wide comprehension of following course contents Content and Course Schedule We will explain course schedule on guidance 1. Introduction 2. Structural change of food industry 3. Trends in food consumption and agricultural production 4. Impacts of economic growth on rural society 5. Food security and trade policy 6. Policy design for food security and agricultural production 7. Comparative approach for food economy 8. Food safety, quality and regulations 9. Agri-environmental policies in rural area 10. Thinking of organic agriculture Evaluation Method Students will be evaluated based on: class attendance, presentations, in-class participation, homework assignments and reports. Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook and References Readings for Common Subject “Food Economics” Course Title Business Management Instructor(s) /Position Dr. S. N. JEHAN, Associate Professor, Tohoku University Day and Period Tuesday 10:30-12:00 Classroom Seminar Room 23, 5th Floor, School of Arts and Letters Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Objectives and Outline The course seeks to help you: ・Develop an understanding of major concepts and theories that can be used improve managerial efficacy. ・Develop familiarity with and understanding of managerial jargon. ・Develop a foundation of the basic skills necessary for managerial success. ・Advance your understanding of the complexity and challenge of modern management and organizational culture. ・Appreciate the challenges involved in making good managerial to decisions, and to provide tools and theories that can help you improve these skills. Goal of Study Understand fundamental concepts and principles of management, organizational culture, including the basic roles, skills, and functions of management. Be knowledgeable of historical development, culture, theoretical aspects and practice application of managerial process. Be familiar with interactions between the environment, technology, human resources, and organizations in order to achieve high performance. Content and Course Schedule Classes will be conducted in a participatory style. Typically 50% of the time will be lecture and rest will be used for class discussion and student participation. Occasionally student will be given quizzes and other participatory material which may be considered towards final grading in a proportionate way. 1) Management: Theory and Practice 2) Management: The External Environment 3) International Management & Globalization 4) Essentials of Planning, Strategy and Decision Making 5) Nature of Organizing and Entrepreneurship 6) Organizational Structure and Culture 7) Human Resource Management 8) Performance Appraisal 9) Leadership and Group Decision Making 10) Control System, Process and Techniques 11) Japanese Management 12) Comparative Management Styles 13) Kaizen Kousaku 14) Case Studies 15) Final Review Evaluation Method The students will be evaluated and graded as follows: 10% Class Participation 30% Quizzes – video cases 20% Class Presentation / Report 40% Final Exam or Project Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Text Book: Weihrich & Koontz George & Jone / McGraw Hill In addition Be sure to read the syllabus thoroughly so that you will know what is expected. I do not mind answering questions but don’t want to simply go over information that has already been provided to you. Please come to class prepared. You will get much more from the class time if you have read the assignments in advance. Syllabus Case Studies in Japanese Organizational Behavior Course Title Organizational Behavior in Japan Instructor(s)/Position Dr. S.N. JEHAN, Associate Professor, Tohoku University Day and Period Tuesday 16:20-17:50 Classroom Seminar Room 23, 5th Floor, School of Arts and Letters Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Course Objectives and Outline Our daily life is surrounded by organizations such as businesses, government and universities. Your work life will also involve various types of organization. The objective of this course is to provide a basic framework of and knowledge on how people and organizations behave and function. Topics in this course include motivation, groups and teams, decision making, communication, leadership, organizational design, organizational culture, organizational change and learning. Case studies on Japanese corporations are also discussed in this course. Goal of Study Learning goals of the course can be briefly outlined as: To gain a background in Organizational Behavioral Theories To understand the forming blocks of Organizational Behavior (OB) in Japan To appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of Japanese OB To understand the nature of Japanese OB through case studies Content and Course Schedule The course contents will include lecture handouts, case studies and other discussion materials brought into the class from time to time. Also, related reading material will be recommended or provided from time to time during the lectures. Topics and Coverage Following topics will be covered during the classes. The contents and the order are subject to change as deemed necessary by the instructor depending upon the class progression. OB – Why Japan? Managing Across Cultures OB - Cultural Influences Japanese OB – A High Context Culture? Japanese OB – A Collectivist Approach? Hofstede’s Reflections on Japan OB – Theory J Yoshiko Shinohara – A Japanese Leader’s Story Cases Evaluation Method The students will be evaluated and graded as follows: 10% Class Participation 30% Quizzes – video cases 20% Class Presentation / Report 40% Final Exam or Project Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook Reading and reference materials will be advised/supplied in the class. Note1: Please make an appointment if you want to have an outside the class meeting. Appointment can be made either in the class or by e-mail address provided at the first page of this document. Syllabus Case Studies in Japanese Corporate Practices Course Title Case Studies in Japanese Corporate Practices Instructor(s)/Position Dr. S.N. JEHAN, Associate Professor Day and Period Tuesday 18:00-19:30 Classroom Seminar Room 23, 5th Floor, School of Arts and Letters Credit(s) 2 E-mail [email protected] Course Objectives and Outline The purpose of this lecture is to provide basic knowledge on international management of Japanese companies. On this topic, introductory questions are as follows; How is the political, economic and social environment surrounding companies doing business across borders? Why do companies do business across borders? What are challenges to the management of companies doing business across borders? From these viewpoints, examples of Japanese companies doing international business will be addressed extensively. Goal of Study Learning goals of the course can be briefly outlined as: To gain a background in the make-up of Japanese Societal Thinking To understand linkages between the historical evolution of the Japanese thinking and current Japanese Corporate Practices To understand the raison deter of globalization of the businesses To grasp the challenges of global businesses in the context of Japanese corporate experience Content and Course Schedule The course contents will include lecture handouts, case studies and other discussion materials brought into the class from time to time. Also, related reading material will be recommended or provided from time to time during the lectures. Topics and Coverage Following topics will be covered during the classes. The contents and the order are subject to change as deemed necessary by the instructor depending upon the class progression. Japan – A Profile Cultural Characteristics of Japanese Businesses Wakon Yosai, - East to West to East Ukiyoe – DRAM to Hi Vision Japanese Management – Not only Just in Time Japanese Management in a comparative perspective Honda Hybrid - Globalizing through innovation 8-Bit to 128-Bit – Deploying Globally through Game Wars Evaluation Method The students will be evaluated and graded as follows: 10% Class Participation 30% Quizzes – video cases 20% Class Presentation / Report 40% Final Exam or Project Grades for the course will be assigned as follows: AA……...Excellent (90-100%) A………. Good (80-89%) B………. Fair (70-79%) C………. Passing (60-69%) D………. Fail (0-59%) Textbook Reading and Reference Materials will be advised/supplied in the class. Note1: Please make an appointment if you want to have an outside the class meeting. Appointment can be made either in the class or by e-mail address provided at the first page of this document.
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