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講義概要/Course description
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The aim of this course is to provide individual undergraduate students with one-on-one guidance in graduation thesis development and writing in English about literature and culture with special emphasis on either theoretical or historiographic methodologies, depending on student interest. The plan below is intended as a framework only; its details will be tailored to meet each individual student’s needs and research projects. STUDENTS MUST GET PERMISSION TO WORK WITH ME IN ADVANCE BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THIS CLASS, AND MUST FIND A SECOND FACULTY MEMBER TO WORK WITH FROM THE SPRING/SUMMER SEMESTER AS WELL BEFORE REGISTERING FOR SUMMER SEMESTER
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達成目標/Course objectives
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The course objective is to produce a competent research essay of 20-30 pages (approximately 6000 words) in English. As a capstone project to the student's undergraduate career, this thesis should evidence reading aptitude in literature, advanced research skills, a thorough literature review, and a strong argument built on the logical development of ideas and counterarguments. To do this, students will need to read widely, write and revise often, and meet strict deadlines for the production of preliminary drafts and research.
NB: The course will adjust and adapt tothe real-time demands of our educational environment and the individual needsof students as classes proceed and the professor identifies how best to meetthe objectives of the course
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履修条件（事前に履修しておくことが望ましい科目など）/Prerequisite
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The graduation thesis must be written in English. Only students who have already completed Academic Writing, or similar courses, and achieved the highest grades in such courses will be considered for this undergraduate research course. Applicants must meet in person with the professor during office hours or advising periods, as well as submit a writing sample of at least five pages before being considered for this course. Only students with a high level of English speaking, reading, and writing ability, as well as the self-discipline to meet demanding deadlines, can be admitted to this course.
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授業計画/Lecture plan
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Read Introductory material in the Folders for Syllabus and for Week One on CoursePower (CP)
Be sure to register your university email address for CP and check it regularly for notices regarding assignments and homework in this class
*Please be aware that uploading content, including instructor video recordings,to any third-party site or sharing with others in any way, including email and chat platforms, is strictly PROHIBITED and can result in severe penalties bythe university and the professor in this course.
**When there is any discrepancy between the instructions or materials on the Syllabus versus those in the Folder each week as a Lesson Plan and/or sent by email, ALWAYS the updated information in real time in the folder and by email should take precedence and be followed; however, when in doubt, contact the professor directly by email or via CP |
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Narrowing the Field of Research |
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How to Research and Read for Breadth and Depth in the Field |
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Creating Annotated Bibliographies |
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Finding Sources, and Understanding Citation Styles and Formats |
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Narrowing the Possible Topics |
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Discussion of the Possible Topics: Differences, Overlaps, Pros/Cons |
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Discussion of the Possible Topics (continued) |
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Decidingon the Final Topic, Sculpting a Tentative Thesis Argument, and Creating aTentative Bibliography |
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Present 3-5 pp of Writing; Discuss Academic Writing, Style, Tone |
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Present 3-5 pp of Writing; Discuss Organization of the Thesis |
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Present 3-5 pp of Writing; Continue Discussion of Thesis Organization |
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Present 3-5 pp of Writing; Critique Writing, Advice for Research |
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Present 3-5 pp of Writing: Critique Writing, Advice for Further Research |
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Overall Critique of Organization, Clarity of Argument, Style of Writing, and Final Advice for Further Research and Schedule Before Turning in Thesis to Kyoumuka |
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Before each class, review the syllabus schedule but above all check your notes from the previous class about changes to the preparation or reading of assignments
When reading, make notes, check vocabulary, and note any questions about grammar
Aim to develop your own interpretation or critique of the work at hand based on the evidence presented in the text itself ("close reading" / 精読)
Be attentive to your feelings about the text and then try to understand how or why it produces such an effect on you as a reader
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After each class, review your notes and the parts of thetext that you did not understand beforehand and verify what you have learned,and note any new questions or possibilities for interpretation. Keep in mindthat you do not have to agree with the interpretations provided in class butyou should use them as a model for how to present evidence for your ideas inpersuasive, evidence-based ways.
Doublecheck the schedule for the next week against thesyllabus as any changes the professor makes in class take precedence over theinitial syllabus (NB: This is especially important if you were absent fromclass or missed these instructions due to tardiness. Check with a fellowclassmate or email the professor. Also check CoursePower emails regularly.)
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授業方法/Method of instruction
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対面授業 / Classes in-person
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ハイブリッド型ブレンド形式 / hybrid blend
補足事項/Supplementary notesInstruction will take the form of individual one-on-one tutorials with detailed feedback on writing and reading completed by the student as homework.
The first session will be online after receiving an email from students who wish to work with me, and then students will receive information for meeting at a time/day convenient for both teacher and student
For some sessions, we will meet in person and for others by Zoom, or Webex, as necessary or for convenience
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成績評価方法/Evaluation
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100%
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Evaluation will be based on performance in private tutorials; completion and quality of homework preparation; reading attentiveness to details of literary and cultural nuances; the qualities of originality, creative expression, and persuasiveness in the final thesis project.
Preparation for each meeting (reading in detail, research, proper formatting of written assignments, and bibliographic information gathering): 60%
Final Thesis Project (quality of argument and appropriateness and persuasiveness of evidence, style, grammatical and mechanical errors): 40%
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教科書/Textbooks
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No textbooks are required for this course.
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参考書/Reference books
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No reference books are required for this course; however, students will be provided handouts and recommended readings for the completion of specific projects at timely intervals.
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