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講義概要/Course description
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Exploring a variety of contemporary topics, your coursework will provide each student with a chance to expand and consider different points of view. With the more in-depth analysis and critical analysis of news articles, contemporary writings as well as social media sources, we will share in the insights of the global exchange that is taking place for all of us to learn from, and to gain insights into the human condition.
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達成目標/Course objectives
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Based on the ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE APPROACH, the students will be provided with multiple opportunities to utilize their language skills in a shared group setting. Through an open, interactive approach while utilizing skills-based learning techniques, the student will be able to develop his or her critical thinking skills to evaluate the material from varying perspectives.
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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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Please bring your electronic dictionary and/or other devices to class so that you can isolate the concepts in your own language of choice. The immediacy of access to new information is important to gain more insights and to improve your bilingual skills.
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授業計画/Lecture plan
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First class will be held online (on-demand). Please note that all subsequent classes will be face-to-face as well for the semester. Also, it is important to check COURSEPOWER each week for your assignments and learning material prior to each class.
FIRST CLASS LECTURE will be based on Asian Americans, and how are they? How diverse is the Asian American population in America in contemporary society today? |
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What is the American Dream and other family stories? Let us talk about this today.
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Who was one of the first Japanese immigrants during the early part of the Meiji period? Let us talk about his legacy and what contributions he made to American society in the state of California. |
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The influence of Japanese culture in American and how we can express ourselves through the Japanese TANKA POETRY. |
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The Symbolic meaning of being American and the ideals of good citizenry |
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Japanese American Internment Camp Stories during and after the war, and how the younger Japanese Americans helped their families with courage and conviction. How each generation advances through the American system |
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Midterm examination on the computer. The students will be allowed to bring notes to class. |
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The Immigration Stories of people from diverse backgrounds and learning to become Americans |
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Bilingual Education in America today, and how language studies have changed over the years |
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What does it mean to be bicultural and/or bilingual? Brain science tells us that learning two languages can maintain a healthy outlook on life. |
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The politics of life, and how it affects us in America and its great diversity of viewpoints. |
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Review of making effective presentation talking points |
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Topical Points and brief summaries will be discussed |
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Review for the upcoming final examination |
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Final Examination will be taken on the computer. The students will be allowed to bring their notes to class. |
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Please review your homework and other in-classreading materials for discussion during class. Sharing your ideas, thoughts andfeelings about each topic will help to enhance your communication skills.
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Please review in-class reading materials fordiscussion during class. Sharing your ideas, thoughts and feelings about eachtopic will help to enhance your communication skills.
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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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通常型 / regular
補足事項/Supplementary notesFirst class will be held online (on-demand). Please note that all subsequent classes will be held face-to-face as well. All learning material and assignments can be found on COURSEPOWER for all students. This coursework is based on the ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE approach. All students will be able to build their English fluency and proficiency levels through an integrated system of exchange in a shared learning environment.
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成績評価方法/Evaluation
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試験 Exam
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100%
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Assignments 10%
Midterm Examination 35%
Final Examination 45%
In-Class Participation 10%
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教科書/Textbooks
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Your instructor will be providing each student with the learning material on COURSEPOWER. Please check COURSEPOWER weekly prior to each class session.
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メッセージ/Message
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If you would hit the mark, you must aim a little higher above it; every arrow that flies feels the attraction of Earth....BY HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW
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その他/Others
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As part of discovery, the important aspect of this coursework, will provide students with a variety of cultural situations for comparison and analysis. In developing these key components embedded within the lessons, each student will be able to speak with confidence at the international level for the purposes of exchange, friendships, and higher learning.
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キーワード/Keywords
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Identity, Critical Analyais and Comparative Cultures, The Power of the Story-Telling Narrative
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