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講義概要/Course description
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This class prepares students to make scientific presentations in English. The basics of academic presentations along with writing abstracts in English will be covered in detail. Because this is a half- year course, attendance and participation are very important. The class will be taught in English by native speakers of English.
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達成目標/Course objectives
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Students will learn how to give academic presentations, in English, on topics within their research areas. Students will develop original content and learn how to craft presentations, paying attention to vocabulary, use of visual aids, preparedness, delivery skills and critical listening skills. Upon completion of this class, students will be able to present their research clearly and confidently.
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学部・研究科のディプロマポリシー（卒業認定・学位授与の方針）に基づき、当該科目を履修することで身につく能力 / Abilities to be acquired by completing the course in accordance with the faculty and graduate school diploma policy (graduation certification and degree conferral)
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学部・研究科のディプロマポリシー（卒業認定・学位授与の方針）/ Undergraduate and Graduate Diploma Policy (Graduation Certification and Degree Conferral)
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授業計画/Lecture plan
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1
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Orientation & course introduction;
Introductions, course requirements, & classroom procedures
[on-demand]
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2
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Presentation methods — lecture and on-line support;
Organization of presentations; Group work
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3
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Visual aids: How to construct simple, effective aids — lecture and on-line support; Group work |
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4
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| 授業計画/Class |
Presentation 1 - Day 1 (from a manuscript) - Self-introduction (related to interest in Science); Feedback — Instructor & peer evaluations |
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5
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Presentation 1 - Day 2 (from a manuscript) - Self-introduction (related to interest in Science); Feedback — Instructor & peer evaluations
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6
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Abstracts: How to write a basic abstract—lecture and
on-line support; individual search for good models |
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7
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Pronunciation and gesture practice in preparation for Presentation 2; Abstract submission |
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8
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Presentation 2 - Day 1 - Explaining a Process/ How Something Works (from memory); Feedback — Instructor & peer evaluations
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9
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Presentation 2 - Day 2 - Explaining a Process/ How Something Works (from memory); Feedback — Instructor & peer evaluations
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10
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Delivery: Selling your topic — lecture and on-line support
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11
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Technical terminology; group collaboration
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12
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Abstract submission and practice for Presentation 3; Notecard preparation |
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13
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Presentation 3 - Day 1 - My Field of Research (or major field of study) (from notes); Feedback — Instructor & peer evaluations |
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14
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Presentation 3 - Day 2 - My Field of Research (or major field of study) (from notes); Feedback — Instructor & peer evaluations |
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15
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Final course review; Final course wrap-up & review |
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Students must watch the Week#1 on-demand class recording and read the syllabus carefully BEFORE the Week#2 class. Presentation#1 will be given in the Week#2 class. |
| 事後学習/Reviewing |
All presentations will be recorded, and students MUST watch their own recorded presentations and do a self-evaluation after each presentation. |
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授業方法/Method of instruction
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| 区分/Type of Class |
対面授業 / Classes in-person
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| 実施形態/Class Method |
通常型 / regular
補足事項/Supplementary notesAll classes are conducted in English and face to face with the use of CoursePower for submitting assignments. Only Week 1 will be conducted on-demand. For detailed information, please check Week 1 and Message on CoursePower.
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成績評価方法/Evaluation
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100%
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Presentations
Pre-departure 10%
First 15%
Mid 25%
Final 40%
E-learning 10%
Total 100%
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教科書/Textbooks
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Comments |
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All necessary learning materials & documents available online: Course Power / Provided in class
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参考書/Reference books
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Familiarity with on-line dictionary and writing tools.
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メッセージ/Message
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“On-demand” classes will be held during the first week in the Spring Semester and in the Fall Semester.
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その他/Others
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Absences
For unexcused absences, students will be penalized in the following manner:
i. 2 or more absences = no grade for this course
2回以上欠席すると単位が認められません｡
No penalties for students who bring proof [欠席届] of valid absence or tardy.
Plagiarism
Cheating on class task (homework, quiz, etc.)= 0 on assignment
Any other serious cheating or plagiarism of presentation content= 0 in class
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