授業の目的 【英語】
Goals of the Course [ENG] | | | The course is designed to expand students’ understanding of the study of biology, and to foster independent decision-making capabilities. |
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授業の達成目標 【英語】
Objectives of the Course [ENG] | | This course's main focus is to provide students with working understanding on how the human body functions, and connect it to health and disease. Short introduction is given on basic concepts of ecology.
The course emphasizes on conceptual understanding of the biological topics discussed, rather than on memorization of terms and facts. Course assignments are prepared with the goal of providing an opportunity to practice conceptual and analytical thinking. Students will gain the ability to use their understanding of human physiology to take informed decisions in everyday health-related situations. Ecology section will allow students to critically evaluate agricultural and ecological issues. Students will have a regular opportunity to engage in discussions, and hone their teamwork skills on team projects. |
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教科書
Textbook | | Title: OpenStax Biology 2e
Authors: Clark, Douglas, Choi
Publisher: OpenStax
Year: 2018
ISBN: 978-1-947172-52-4
Free downloadable textbook (http://openstaxcollege.org), uploaded on Perusall platform. |
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課外学修等
Study Load (Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours) | | Students are expected to read the appropriate textbook chapter before class. Classes emphasize discussions and questions, thus coming prepared is essential.
Weekly written assignments - summary of the upcoming class material in the form of a Mindmap - are the core assignments for this course. |
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注意事項
Notice for Students | | Class attendance is not compulsory. Attendance per se is not part of the grade – attending without participating is equal to not attending.
If you don’t feel well there is no need to send emails asking for permission not to attend class.
If you are abroad and the time difference makes it difficult to participate, feel free not to attend class sessions. Separate discussion meetings can be arranged upon request at a suitable time. |
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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 | | | This course will be conducted online until majority of the students are in Nagoya and the epidemic situation allows the class to discuss in lecture room. All course materials and assignments are accessible/submittable online on NUCT. Further information will be provided on the course NUCT site. |
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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
Lecture format, etc | | N/A
(Refer to Timetable B) |
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