| Course Name | Year | Term | Period | Faculty / Graduate School | All Instructors | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12870:[2025 Fall]IR18‐DE202 Global Studies Seminar (RD) | 2025 | Fall | Thu1 | College Of International Relations | CHADHA Astha | 2 |
Campus
KIC
Class Venue
KOSHINKAN KS204
Language
English
Course Outline and Method
This seminar is designed for reading and understanding global conflicts and cooperation through the assigned textbook [Understanding Global Conflict and Cooperation: An Introduction to Theory and History (10th Edition)], for students of global studies who seek to understand various traditional and non-traditional security threats in international relations.
The seminar will also explore the concept of soft power in international relations, ranging from pop culture, media, to religion and cultural practices in understanding state diplomacy and peace-building efforts by non-state actors.
The book will be divided into several parts as to the number of students in the class, and each parts will be assigned to an individual student or a team. Each individual or team is expected to complete the following four tasks:
(1) Read the entire book on their own.
(2) Deliver a presentation on their assigned section.
(3) Lead a discussion at the end of the presentations.
(4) Write a comment sheet for the content of each week.
*After each presentation, there might be a class evaluation for the individuauls and groups doing presentations, and sometimes a quiz game.
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The seminar will also explore the concept of soft power in international relations, ranging from pop culture, media, to religion and cultural practices in understanding state diplomacy and peace-building efforts by non-state actors.
The book will be divided into several parts as to the number of students in the class, and each parts will be assigned to an individual student or a team. Each individual or team is expected to complete the following four tasks:
(1) Read the entire book on their own.
(2) Deliver a presentation on their assigned section.
(3) Lead a discussion at the end of the presentations.
(4) Write a comment sheet for the content of each week.
*After each presentation, there might be a class evaluation for the individuauls and groups doing presentations, and sometimes a quiz game.
【+R-Jugyo】
Information for “+R-Jugyo” will be posted on the “Course News” on manaba+R by September 20. Be sure to check the “Course News” on manaba+R.
Student Attainment Objectives
The students will be able to
(1) develop a deep understanding of concepts and arguments in the assigned textbook sections.
(2) critically analyze the concept and misconceptions of soft power,
(3) apply core ideas in the book to contemporary examples,
(4) gain skills of presentation, teamwork, discussion.
(1) develop a deep understanding of concepts and arguments in the assigned textbook sections.
(2) critically analyze the concept and misconceptions of soft power,
(3) apply core ideas in the book to contemporary examples,
(4) gain skills of presentation, teamwork, discussion.
Recommended Preparatory Course
Course Schedule
| Lecture/Instructor（When there are multiple instructors) | Theme |
|---|---|
| Keyword, References and Supplementary Information | |
| 1 | Orientation |
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| +R-Jugyo | IR through popular media |
Short assignment |
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| 2-13 | Presentations & Discussions |
Presentations & Discussions for assigned readings from textbook |
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| 14 | Course Wrap-up |
Conclusion and course wrap-up |
Class Format
Classes will be conducted face-to-face, with a few possible exceptions of media-based classes. In the case of media-based classes, students will be informed beforehand.
Recommendations for Private Study
Handbook of Soft Power. (Eds.) Chitty, N., et. al. (Routledge: 2023)
Handbook of Indo-Pacific Studies. (Eds.) Kratiuk, B. et. al. (Routledge: 2023)
Handbook of Indo-Pacific Studies. (Eds.) Kratiuk, B. et. al. (Routledge: 2023)
Grade Evaluation Method
| Kind | Percentage | Grading Criteria etc. |
|---|---|---|
| Final Examination (Written) | ||
| Report Examination (A report to be submitted by the unified deadline) |
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| Exams and/or Reports other than those stated above, and Continuous Assessment (Evaluation of Everyday Performance in Class) |
100 | Active class participation (30%)
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Grade Evaluation Method （Note）
Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods
Class policy on AI usage / academic dishonesty:
1. Students are required to uphold academic honesty in class for all assignments, reports, quizzes, etc.
2. Students’ use of generative AIs, including grammar checkers like Grammarly or translators such as
Google Translate is strictly prohibited. Reports, assignments, or any course-related written work using AI in any measure for text generation, will be treated as plagiarism and graded according to the university rules for plagiarism/academic dishonesty. Additionally, directly copying or using information from electronic tools, or using false information taken directly from generative AI software, such as ChatGPT, will also be treated as academic dishonesty.
3. Students are therefore advised and encouraged to use the Writing Tutorial Program provided by the university and seek help from tutors, rather than relying on AI or software such as for grammar checks.
1. Students are required to uphold academic honesty in class for all assignments, reports, quizzes, etc.
2. Students’ use of generative AIs, including grammar checkers like Grammarly or translators such as
Google Translate is strictly prohibited. Reports, assignments, or any course-related written work using AI in any measure for text generation, will be treated as plagiarism and graded according to the university rules for plagiarism/academic dishonesty. Additionally, directly copying or using information from electronic tools, or using false information taken directly from generative AI software, such as ChatGPT, will also be treated as academic dishonesty.
3. Students are therefore advised and encouraged to use the Writing Tutorial Program provided by the university and seek help from tutors, rather than relying on AI or software such as for grammar checks.
Textbooks
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN Code | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Understanding Global Conflict and Cooperation: An Introduction to Theory and History (10th Edition) | Joseph S. Nye Jr. & David A. Welch | Pearson | 978-0134403168 | Main book for all sessions |
Textbooks （Frequency of Use, Note）
to be used weekly
Reference Books
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN Code | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Routledge Handbook of Soft Power | Naren Chitty, Lilian Ji, Gary D Rawnsley | Routledge | 9781032039268 | For some sessions |
Reference Books （Frequency of Use, Note）
To be used for some sessions. Students do not need to purchase this.
Web Pages for Reference
How to Communicate with the Instructor In and Out of Class(Including Instructor Contact Information)
Talk with Students,Other (Separate instructions will be provided)
Other Comments
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