| Course Name | Year | Term | Period | Faculty / Graduate School | All Instructors | Credits |
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| 15021:IR18‐CA203 Bridge to International Studies I (Cultural Understanding)(RB) § 15022:IR-CA203 Introduction to International Studies in English Ⅰ(RB) | 2023 | Spring | Tue2 | College Of International Relations | OTTMAN ESTA TINA | 2 |
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Course Outline and Method
After an introduction to various theories of collective memory, course sessions will focus on selected historical/global issues and explore the transformation of memory over time in each case
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Students will investigate the notion of sites and practices of memory through narratives, texts, symbols, rituals, and latterly, the internet and social media, and will draw on an engaging variety of source materials and documentaries.
Evaluation is cumulative, based on students' efforts towards participation in our learning community, assignments, and a final case-study presentation based on students' research into the topic. Feedback is delivered individually via reflection sheets.
Student Attainment Objectives
- have grasped the notion that many challenging current global issues have deep historical roots
- have learned about core concepts of memory studies
- understand how the construct of collective memory connects to critical global issues, and will be able to discuss these complex issues from a more nuanced perspective
- have developed their discursive and analytical skills in relation to the analysis of complex issues
- be able to build networks with other students as they research and present together on projects in a learning community
Recommended Preparatory Course
Course Schedule
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| 1 | Introduction, orientation |
Orientation to course, introductory concepts: What is collective memory? In-class input and post-class reading assignment: Reading 1: Maurice Halbwachs, extracts. |
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| 2 | Cultural memory, cultural constructs |
The turn towards cultural memory (input).
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| 3 | Sites of memory |
Places & spaces of memory (input).
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| 4 | History, memory & identity |
Collective memory versus collective remembering; history versus collective memory; and individual memory versus collective remembering (input).
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| 5 | Social memory |
Social memory (input).
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| 6 | Forgetting, societies of amnesia |
Lapses of memory: societies of amnesia (Japan and others)
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| 7 | Forgetting, societies of amnesia |
Lapses of memory II: societies of amnesia (continued).
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| 8 | Nostalgia |
Nostalgia and the Great War (input).
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| 9 | Distibuted memory |
Extended and distributed memories; societies under dictatorships (input).
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| 10 | Memory and cultural trauma |
Memory and cultural trauma (input).
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| 11 | Silencing of memory |
Silencing of memory: survivors ; shell shock and PTSD (input).
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| 12 | Recovered roots |
Recovered roots & invention of national traditions (input).
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| 13 | Post-memory |
The generation of post-memory.
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| 14 | Final presentations |
Group or solo final presentations, case studies. |
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| 15 | Final presentations |
Group or solo final presentations, case studies. |
Class Format
During the suspension period of BCP, classes will be as described in BCP levels 0-2.
The class Format for each class will be announced on manaba+R’s course news. Also, the class format for the first class will be notified on manaba+R’s course news before the first class(*).
For “Special Consideration”, please check manaba+R’s College of IR Student Page and the “Study Support Site”.
College of IR Student Page：https://ct.ritsumei.ac.jp/ct/course_1728150
Study Support Site：https://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/pathways-future/eng/
(*)To check the class format for the first class of the course, you will need to apply for the “early use request function.” Refer to the Registration Guidebook AY 2023 for details. Please be careful that applying for the early use request does not sign you up for the course. You will need to register for courses during the designated period separately.
Recommendations for Private Study
Students are strongly encouraged to keep up to date with class work and consult with the instructor on any questions that arise in connection with the preparation of assignments and their final presentation. For recommendations regarding specific interests for the presentation, please ask your instructor.
Grade Evaluation Method
| Kind | Percentage | Grading Criteria etc. |
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| 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 | 1. 40% participation in discussions and completion of reading reflection sheets;
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Grade Evaluation Method （Note）
Make-ups or late submissions will only be granted for medical reasons or other unavoidable emergencies to be communicated to the instructor via email and upon submission of appropriate documentation by the student.
Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods
2. Be sure to review the previous class's notes and come prepared, having read the assigned reading.
3. Please be an active contributor to our learning community - class participation makes for a positive atmosphere and helps generate creativity.
4. Make friends with other students to enhance your life and your learning.
5. Set yourself writing and research goals and keep a progress journal, whether written or recorded. 6. Appropriate self-care and a healthy routine will help you mentally, physically and intellectually!
Textbooks
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Reference Books
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How to Communicate with the Instructor In and Out of Class(Including Instructor Contact Information)
Other Comments
URL:https://secure.ritsumei.ac.jp/students/pathways-future/course/curriculum.html/