| Course Name | Year | Term | Period | Faculty / Graduate School | All Instructors | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52952:Policy Studies 3 (EPS-A) (B) § 52953:Policy Science Special Lecture (EPS-A)(B) | 2023 | Fall | Fri4 | College Of Policy Science | GERRY YOKOTA | 2 |
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Language
Course Outline and Method
This course is student-focused, with short introductory lectures followed by weekly pair and group work. This course is open to both PS and CRPS students.
Student Attainment Objectives
•Understand the influence of mass media and popular culture on popular discourse policy making
•Improve critical, logical and creative thinking
•Improve academic communication skills in English
<政策科学部学生のためのCEFR Can-Do listを参照のこと>
[S(B2.2-C1)], [L(B2.2-C1], [W(B2.2-C1)]
Recommended Preparatory Course
Course Schedule
| Lecture/Instructor（When there are multiple instructors) | Theme |
|---|---|
| Keyword, References and Supplementary Information | |
Week 1. Orientation |
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Introduction to course goals, assignments and teaching methods. |
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Week 2. Lecture and Video: The Social Dilemma |
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Demonstration of basic methods for analyzing online discourse. |
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Week 3. Lecture and Video: A Thousand Cuts |
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Demonstration of additional methods for analyzing online discourse. |
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Week 4. Group Work. |
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Collaborative detailed analysis of The Social Dilemma and A Thousand Cuts. |
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Week 5. Lecture and Video: The Game Changers |
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Demonstration of additional methods for analyzing online discourse. |
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Week 6. Lecture and Video: Don't Look Up |
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Demonstration of additional methods for analyzing online discourse. |
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Week 7. Group Work |
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Collaborative detailed analysis of The Game Changers and Don't Look Up, |
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Week 8. Lecture and Videos: The Mirror and Minamata |
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Demonstration of additional methods for analyzing online discourse. |
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Week 9. Group Work |
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Collaborative detailed analysis of The Mirror and Minamata. |
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Week 10. Final Presentation Design |
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Exploration of media to showcase mastery of analytical skills and research questions. |
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Week 11. Presentation Outline |
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Focus on organization and structure. |
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Week 12. PowerPoint Design |
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Focus on visual rhetoric and accessibility issues. |
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Week 13. Script |
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Focus on coordinating speech and visuals. |
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Week 14. Presentations |
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Individual presentations. |
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Week 15. Closure |
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Q&A, feedback and reflection. |
Class Format
During the suspension period of BCP, classes will be as described in BCP levels 0-2.
BCPレベル1〜2 :対面授業8回以上、メディア授業7回以下
第1回目講義は、メディア授業となります(詳細はmanaba+Rコースニュースで通知)
BCPレベル3以上:メディア授業
※Students should follow safety protocols and behaviour carefully and conscientiously.
BCP level 1-2: in principle 8 or more face-to-face lessons
Hybrid classes (combine use of face-to-face basis and online basis) might also be provided depending on the situation.
※Students should follow safety protocols and behaviour carefully and conscientiously.
BCP Level 3 and above: all classes will be conducted online [using Zoom or other media]
Recommendations for Private Study
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 | Continuous assessment based on participation, presentations, and writing assignments. |
Grade Evaluation Method （Note）
Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods
Textbooks
Textbooks （Frequency of Use, Note）
Reference Books
Reference Books （Frequency of Use, Note）
Web Pages for Reference
How to Communicate with the Instructor In and Out of Class(Including Instructor Contact Information)
Other Comments
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