授業の目的 【英語】
Goals of the Course [ENG] | | 【Standardized across all programs】
This course is conducted in the form of a small seminar. It will provide multifaceted intellectual training with a special emphasis on reading (obtaining, analyzing, and evaluating sources), writing (summaries, papers), and speaking (discussion, presentation) which forms the most basic skills (“common basic”) needed for learning and studying at university. Our goal is to help the students to acquire a good understanding of the "process of knowledge exploration," the “pleasure in learning," and independent learning ability. A wide variety of themes are prepared according to the research field of the instructors. |
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授業の達成目標 【英語】
Objectives of the Course [ENG] | | | The seminar is divided into two parts. The first part provides tips on how to search for information and how to give an oral presentation. This is followed by a discussion on centered on the definition of science and the difference between science and pseudoscience. A few lectures on coral reef ecosystems will serve as examples of how science can be communicated. The students will learn about the different kinds of reefs, the biology of corals and coral reefs, the factors controlling reef growth, the present-day threats on coral reefs, and the geological evolution of reefs. Students will also be able to examine hand-sized samples of coral reef limestones and observe thin sections under a microscope. During the second part of the seminar, the students will give two presentations each about any scientific subjects of their choice related to the marine or freshwater world. The fields covered can be as varied as underwater exploration technologies, marine biology, water in the solar system, hydroelectric energy… Each presentation is followed by a Q&A session. Class participation is strongly encouraged. The basic objectives of this seminar are (1) to teach students how to search for scientific information, (2) to encourage critical thinking, (3) to improve presentation skills, (4) to nurture scientific curiosity, and (5) to promote exchange of ideas about various scientific topics. |
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教科書
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課外学修等
Study Load (Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours) | | | Outside course hours, students will need to prepare their oral presentations. |
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注意事項
Notice for Students | | |
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本授業に関するWebページ
Reference website for this Course | | |
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担当教員からのメッセージ
Message from the Instructor | | |
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実務経験のある教員等による授業科目（大学等における修学の支援に関する法律施行規則に基づくもの）
Courses taught by Instructors with practical experience | | |
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授業開講形態等
Type of Class, etc. | | N/A
(Refer to Timetable B) |
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