授業の目的 【日本語】
Goals of the Course(JPN) | | | 本授業の目的は、教育学を学ぶ上で基礎となる異文化コミュニケーション学の理論と実践を理解することである。学部学生を対象として、個人レベルから社会レベルに至る異文化コミュニケーション上の諸課題を取り扱い、文化を多角的に捉えるための分析的視点を養う。授業の前半では、価値、アイデンティティ、規範などの基礎概念や理論を学習し、後半ではそれらの概念に基づいて、実際の社会問題・教育問題を分析する練習を行う。本授業は異文化コミュニケーション学の理論と実践の理解を目的としており、英語そのものの学習を目的とした授業ではない。そのため、受講者には英語で授業内容を理解し、グループワークにおいてインタビューやディスカッションを行い、英語で短い学術的レポートを作成できることが求められる。 |
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授業の目的 【英語】
Goals of the Course | | | This course aims to help undergraduate students understand the theories and practices of intercultural communication in education. It addresses intercultural communication issues from the micro level (interpersonal interaction) to the macro level (social and institutional contexts) and develops students’ ability to view culture from multiple analytical perspectives. In the first half of the course, students will acquire key concepts and theories, including values, identities, and norms. In the second half, students will apply these concepts to analyze real-world social and educational issues and phenomena. This course is not designed as an English language learning course; therefore, students are expected to be able to follow classes in English, participate in peer interviews and group discussions, and write short academic papers in English. |
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到達目標 【日本語】
Objectives of the Course(JPN) | | ・文化を多角的な視点から分析し、具体的な教育・社会の事例に応用して説明できる。
・多様な文化的背景を持つ受講者とのグループワーク（討議・インタビュー）を通じて、自己理解と学びの変化を言語化できる。
・異文化間能力（他者理解、視点取得、対話的コミュニケーション）を高め、実践場面で活用できる。
・将来の学術研究に必要な、概念を用いた分析的思考と多文化的視点を身につける。
・自立したアカデミックスキル（資料読解、要約、論証、短い英語レポート作成）と、協働学習におけるグループワーク技能を習得する。 |
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到達目標 【英語】
Objectives of the Course | | ・Develop the ability to analyze culture from multiple perspectives and apply this analysis to real-world educational and social cases.
・Articulate personal learning and growth through group work (discussions and peer interviews) with classmates from diverse cultural backgrounds.
・Improve intercultural competence (e.g., understanding others, perspective-taking, and dialogic communication) and apply it in practice.
・Build analytical thinking and multicultural perspectives necessary for future academic research.
・Acquire independent academic skills (e.g., reading, summarizing, constructing arguments, and writing short academic papers in English) as well as collaborative group work skills through intercultural co-learning. |
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授業の内容や構成
Course Content / Plan | | This course consists of lectures and structured group discussions, supported by interview-based group work and academic writing workshops. Students learn key concepts and theories of intercultural communication in education through short lectures and pre-class videos. In class, students apply these concepts to real-life educational and social issues through guided discussions and peer interviews. Students summarize and share discussion and interview insights using Google Docs, and the class engages in cross-topic integration discussions. Two in-class writing workshops support the development of academic writing skills. Active participation in in-class interaction is essential. Additional materials are provided to support independent academic learning. Therefore, this course is especially suitable for undergraduate students who plan to study abroad in the near future, as well as for those who have recently returned from studying abroad and want to deepen and reflect on their intercultural learning experiences.
Typical Module Flow (Modules 1–3)
Each module follows a repeated learning cycle: (1) pre-class videos and a short lecture to introduce key concepts, (2) structured group work with peer interviews, (3) brief sharing of discussion and interview insights on Google Docs, and (4) integration discussions that compare and synthesize ideas across topics. Two modules include in-class academic writing workshops with peer review (500-word and 1,000-word papers). Modules 1–3 are covered during Weeks 2–12.
Module 1: Culture and Communication
• Cultural value patterns
• Verbal and nonverbal communication
• Cultural and ethnic identities (social identity)
Module 2: Interpersonal Issues
• Intercultural conflict
• Developing intimate intercultural relationships (Altman’s theory)
• Intercultural competence
Module 3: Social Issues
• Cultural globalization
• Cross-cultural exchange in Japan: stereotype, prejudice, discrimination
• Intercultural contact, culture shock, and intercultural adjustment
Final Project (Module 4)
In the final project (Weeks 13–15), students select one topic from Modules 1–3 and develop a research question, two key concepts, and 3–5 open-ended interview questions. Students conduct a final round of interviews and share results for cross-group synthesis. Students then complete a final reflection paper based on a course-wide integration discussion. |
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履修条件・関連する科目
Course Prerequisites and Related Courses | | ・This course is taught in English and is open to Japanese students, international students, NUPACE students, and G30 students.
・This course is not an English language course. Students are expected to have sufficient English proficiency to read, listen, speak, and write in English in order to participate in discussions and interviews and complete written assignments. |
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成績評価の方法と基準
Course Evaluation Method and Criteria | | ・Academic Paper (500 words): 30 points
・Academic Paper (1,000 words): 40 points
・Final Reflection Paper (500 words): 20 points
・Participation and Discussion Contribution (in-class interaction): 10 points
A passing grade requires 60 points or higher (60%) out of 100. |
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教科書・テキスト
Textbook | | | UNESCO, U.N.E., Scientific and Cultural Organization (2006). UNESCO Guidelines on Intercultural Education. Paris, France: Section of Education for Peace and Human Rights. |
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参考書
Reference Book | | |
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課外学習等（授業時間外学習の指示）
Study Load(Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours) | | ・Pre-class preparation: Students watch assigned videos/readings and prepare one to two discussion questions or brief notes for each class.
・Group work and interviews: Students coordinate with group members as needed, refine interview questions, and organize interview notes on Google Docs.
・Academic writing: Students draft and revise two academic papers (500 words and 1,000 words) and a final reflection paper (500 words), incorporating course concepts and evidence from discussions/interviews.
Optional enrichment: Students review supplementary materials provided on the course platform to support independent academic learning. |
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注意事項
Notice for Students | | | This course is taught in English and is not intended as an English language learning course. Japanese students are expected to have sufficient English proficiency to participate in discussions and interviews and to write short academic papers in English. |
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他学部生、他専攻生、他研究科生の受講の可否
Propriety of other undergraduate students, other major students, and other graduate students attendance | | | Students from any faculty/major/graduate school may enroll. Sufficient English proficiency is required for active participation and written coursework. |
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授業開講形態等
Lecture format, etc. | | ・This course is primarily offered face-to-face, but it may be delivered online depending on the situation.
・If the course is delivered online, Zoom and Microsoft Teams will be used for live sessions and group work.
・TACT is used to provide course materials (recorded lectures, slides, and group work resources) and for assignment submissions.
・Students are expected to participate in group work and attend live sessions regardless of whether the course is face-to-face or online. |
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遠隔授業（オンデマンド型）で行う場合の追加措置
Additional measures for remote class (on-demand class) | | | Any online class will be conducted in real time through live interaction via Zoom or other platforms. |
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