授業の目的 【英語】
Goals of the Course [ENG] | | | 【Standardized across all programs】 Cells are not only the basic unit of living organisms, but also the smallest unit capable of self-renewal. In this course, we aim to deepen our understanding of the basic mechanisms of biological phenomena by studying the structure and functions of cells and their organelles. Students will also deepen their understanding of biopolymers such as nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and polysaccharides, energy, and metabolism that support life. From this lecture, students will acquire the basic knowledge of biology necessary for the study of Basic Biology II. |
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授業の達成目標 【英語】
Objectives of the Course [ENG] | | | This course will provide the basic knowledge in the different fields of Biology such as: Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Evolutionary Biology and Biodiversity, and Plant Biology. After taking this course, the students are expected to be able to easily proceed to the more advanced Biology courses in their curriculum. |
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教科書
Textbook | | Biology 2e (2020)
OpenStax, Rice University Digital Version ISBN-13 978-1-947172-52-4
https://openstax.org/details/books/biology-2e
(Free online textbook) |
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課外学修等
Study Load (Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours) | | | Students are expected to read and understand one to three chapters (depending on topic) of the textbook every week, and come to class prepared for discussion. In order to assess students’ understanding, assignments will be given after every lecture. |
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注意事項
Notice for Students | | 1. Course format
a. Lectures and discussion sessions (synchronous)
Lectures will be given either face-to-face every Wednesday from 1:00-2:30 PM (JST). The detailed course schedule will be presented on the first day of class.
b. COIL class with NCSU (North Carolina State University)
COIL stands for Collaborative Online International Learning, an educational method that uses ICT to interact with overseas universities online. There are two methods: synchronous (using Zoom), and asynchronous (using Slack and Google Drive for file sharing and collaboration). Two COIL classes are scheduled, details will be given on the first day of class. A group presentation will be the final requirement for this COIL class.
2. Course webpage
TACT (Tokai Academy Course Tools; https://tact.ac.thers.ac.jp/portal/) is an online system that will be used for this course. PowerPoint slides, recorded lectures, other learning materials (such as videos, websites, etc.) and homework will be accessible through this page.
3. Attendance
In case of emergency or absence from class, students should notify the instructor as soon as possible by email.
4. Make-up & repeat exams
Make-up exams may be given on condition that the student can provide acceptable reasons for his/her absence.
Students who fail to get a passing score at the end of the semester will be eligible for a repeat exam, given that the total score reaches at least 40%.
5. Academic honesty and original work
Cheating and copying (including plagiarism) will not be tolerated in this class. If caught cheating, students will receive necessary penalties, including getting an F in all registered courses for the semester. All submissions (assignments, exams and reports) will be checked using iThenticate. |
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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 | | | Students are highly encouraged to regularly check TACT for important announcements from the instructor. Do not hesitate to contact the instructor for any inquiries. |
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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 | | B-1）Face-to-face course （Including some simultaneous interactive online classes)
Lectures will be given either face-to-face every Wednesday from 1:00-2:30 PM (JST). The detailed course schedule will be presented on the first day of class. Two COIL Collaborative Online International Learning) lectures will be online with North Carolina State University (USA). |
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