授業科目名 年度 学期 開講曜日・時限 学部・研究科 全担当教員 単位数
50569:[2025 春セメスター]The Language of Policy Science(P) 2025 春セメスター 木2 政策科学部 HICKS KIMBERLEY ANNE 2

キャンパス

OIC

授業施設

AS465セミナールーム

授業で利用する言語

英語

授業の概要と方法

 The language we use influences how we represent and interpret problems, as well as how we approach problems and research. The more articulate we are the better we are able to not only express our ideas but also become much more adept at influencing our audience. This practical skills-based course focuses on the fundamental ‘language’ and logic needed to be successful in the Interdisciplinary study of policy science and academics in general. By focusing on how we articulate and present our ideas and formulate the logic of our arguments, the course aims to enhance academic expression increasing your ability to use specialized phraseology, vocabulary, grammatical structure, and rhetorical patterns. The instruction method uses examples from research article writings, skills exercises and in-class discussion and peer feedback.

受講生の到達目標

• Increase your ability to use specialized academic phraseology, vocabulary, grammatical structures, and rhetorical patterns
• Improve your academic writing and communication accuracy
• Learn how to develop your own “voice” in your writing
• Build argumentation skills
• Gain skills and practice in applied critical thinking

事前に履修しておくことが望まれる科目

Introduction to Academic Research

授業スケジュール

授業回数/
担当教員（複数担当の場合） 		テーマ
キーワード・文献・補足事項等
1

Introduction to course; more detailed syllabus given in first class; explanation of assignments, evaluation, teaching methods, etc.

What is meant by Language of Policy Science?
Preview of key themes in the course

【+R-Jugyo】Information for “+R-Jugyo” will be posted on manaba+R.

2〜3

Creating your research design

Types of Literature Reviews; purposes;
Creating your research design
finding relevant literature-literature "mining"
specialized academic phraseology, vocabulary, grammatical structure, and rhetorical patterns of literature reviews
Identifying research gaps

4~5

Phrasing the Research Questions/hypotheses

how RQs drive your research
creating research hypotheses
specialized academic phraseology, vocabulary, grammatical structure, and rhetorical patterns of research questions

6

Designing the methods section

Types of research design
specialized academic phraseology, vocabulary, grammatical structure, and rhetorical patterns of research methods

7

Theoretical frameworks/conceptual frameworks

specialized academic phraseology, vocabulary, grammatical structure, and rhetorical patterns

8

Research Ethics and Inclusive Language

How to cite and reference previous literature
What is inclusive language?
Building an inclusive vocabulary

9-10

Writing the Introduction

The structure and purpose of the introduction
• establish the context, background and/or importance of the topic
• indicate an issue, problem, or controversy in the field of study
• define the topic or key terms

11-12

Presentation Language/Strategies

signalling and transition words and phrases; sounding more academic; structure of presentation; forming useful feedback during Q&A

13

Reporting results/discussing findings

• consider multiple perspectives of an issue, or question before reaching a conclusion;
• considering the results of research and the implications of these.
• writing with caution

14

Writing the Conclusion/recommendations/limitations

• Understanding what conclusions we can make from our research
• summarize and bring together the main areas covered in the writing
• give final comments

授業実施形態

In principle, 14 classes Face to Face.
However, media classes (either live-streamed classes or on-demand classes) may be held when necessary.
Consult Manaba weekly schedule and news announcements for class format updates.

 * In order to protect public health and reduce the spread of disease, remember to wear a mask if you feel any virus-type symptoms.

授業外学習の指示

None in particular.

成績評価方法

種別 割合(%) 評価基準等
定期試験（筆記） 0

レポート試験
（統一締切日を締切とするレポート）		 0

上記以外の試験・レポート、平常点評価
（日常的な授業における取組状況の評価）		 100

Participation and preparation for class
Skills quizzes
Short writing Assignments

成績評価方法(備考)

The instructor will give a more detailed course outline in the first week of class. The sequence of materials may be different from that listed in the syllabus,.

受講および研究に関するアドバイス

To be announced by instructor.

教科書

教科書(使用頻度、その他補足)

Assigned learning materials will be provided or freely available online or in the Ritsumeikan library.

参考書

参考書(使用頻度、その他補足)

To be announced by instructor.

参考になるwwwページ

To be announced by instructor.

授業内外における学生・教員間のコミュニケーションの方法

manaba+R,その他(教員より別途指示）

備考

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