授業の目的 【英語】
Goals of the Course [ENG] | | | 【Standardized across all programs】 The name “Studium Generale” means “General Studies” in Latin and comes from old European universities, still used in many German universities. Studium Generale A course offers exposure to academic topics from the field of natural sciences, presented at an introductory level. The goal is to expose students to topics outside their major or research field, to different ideas – from both the speakers and other participants. For students from the regular Japanese program it offers an opportunity to experience university lectures in English. The course cultivates a multifaceted view of the world and communication skills, which are fundamental competencies for future members of the society. |
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授業の達成目標 【英語】
Objectives of the Course [ENG] | | | Students will increase their understanding and appreciation of wide range of scientific fields in natural sciences. Students will gain experience discussing with participants from other majors and countries. Students develop discussion skills and critical thinking competencies using English language. |
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授業の内容や構成
Course Content or Plan | | A different speaker, from Nagoya University or elsewhere, gives each talk thus the content of each class session is different.
This course is conducted online. Most lectures are provided as recorded videos and are accessible any time (on-demand online). Class time is structured around (1) watching a lecture and (2) participating in guided interactive group discussions related to the lecture content.
The exact schedule and the course materials will be provided on TACT online learning management system. |
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履修条件・関連する科目
Course Prerequisites and Related Courses | | | This course is open to students from all schools at Nagoya University and Gifu University. No prior scientific knowledge is required. Language prerequisite: students should have at least intermediate English language abilities, TOEFL 500. |
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成績評価の方法と基準
Course Evaluation Method and Criteria | | Participation in class discussion sessions (50%); projects (50%).
The projects are developed in teams and are graded based on (1) team effort, (2) topic development, (3) presentation organization and (4) English language usage.
Withdrawal (W) grade: Students do not need to notify course withdrawal to the instructor, unless it is required by their program's administrative office. Students who don't accumulate enough points for a passing grade will receive an W grade. |
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教科書
Textbook | | | None. All materials will be provided on TACT. |
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参考書
Reference Book | | | None. All materials will be provided on TACT. |
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課外学修等
Study Load (Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours) | | | This course will expect project preparation based on the lecture content outside class hours, which will involve independent small online research. |
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注意事項
Notice for Students | | 1. This course is conducted in English.
2. This course is conducted online. Only a small number of classes are conducted in person and they too can be accessed online. |
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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 | | Videos of some previous Studium Generale lectures may be seen on Nagoya University OCW page:
https://ocw.nagoya-u.jp/en/courses/0870-studium-generale-2022-spring-2022/
Some lectures have been translated into Japanese and added to the NUAcL webpage:
http://nuact.ilas.nagoya-u.ac.jp/ocw/index.html |
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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 | | D-3）Remote course（Mainly remote classes including both simultaneous interactive and on-demand type)
* Classrooms for face-to-face classes can be found in Timetable B on the ILAS website. |
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