Course Name Year Term Period Faculty / Graduate School All Instructors Credits
13557:Cross-cultural Seminar (GA) § 13558:Special Lecture 3 (LA) § 13559:Intermediate Seminar (GA) 2023 Fall Thu5 College　Of　Law,College　Of　Social　Sciences,College　Of　International　Relations,College　Of　Letters,College　of　Image　Arts　and　Sciences OGINO NAOYUKI 2

Campus

KIC

Class Venue

SEISHINKAN　SE003

Language

English

Course Outline and Method

Course name : "Cross-cultural Seminar: Physical, Mental and Theoretical approaches for intercultural understanding with the elements of the Martial arts and the Arts."

In this course students will introspect existence of unconscious stress lurking in the body and obtain knowledge to confront and discuss the issues faced by society today, such as language, globalization, multicultural symbiosis etc. Through experiences in martial arts, art appreciation, and theoretical discussions, students will become aware of the stress on their bodies, confront their preconceptions and prejudices, and learn the importance of overcoming them in order to deepen intercultural understanding.

This course focuses and links on the following three axes ("Body", "Heart" and "Head").

Physical (Body) Aspect - [Martial Arts Experience]
Students will firsthand experience the essence of Aikido, simplified as an extension of a hug or handshake. They will compare the tension, relaxation, and other sensations within it to body reactions during cross-cultural encounters, considering ways to manage them.

Mental (Heart) Aspect - [Art Appreciation]
Students will appreciate art using the Visual Thinking Strategy.
Students will discuss personal well-being, growth, and psychological development through cross-cultural experiences.

Theoretical (Head) Aspect - [Theory]
Key theories and concepts from intercultural communication and learning psychology will be introduced.

This course aims to enrich learning by integrating martial arts and the arts into academic studies. A mix of teaching methods, including lectures, Aikido experiences, group activities, presentations, and discussions, will be utilized.


* The course will be conducted face-to-face and will involve "physical contact" between the lecturer and students or among students to experience elements of the Martial arts. (There will be no punching or kicking. Interactions will only involve light grabbing or pushing, akin to handshakes or hugs.)

Student Attainment Objectives

Students will be able to discuss the issues of multicultural symbiosis and intercultural understanding in a diverse and multifaceted way while dealing with topics such as language, politics, development, gender and globalization. Students will become aware of their preconceptions and prejudices and, acquire an attitude of openness towards intercultural understanding without being constrained by stereotypes.

Recommended Preparatory Course

In order to register for this course, students are required to have a minimum TOEFL(ITP) score of 480, TOEFL(iBT) score of 55, TOEIC (including TOEIC IP) score of 580, IELTS score of 5.0, or equivalent.

Course Schedule

Lecture/Instructor（When there are multiple instructors) Theme
Keyword, References and Supplementary Information
1

Introduction to the Course

Learning Principles of this Course
[Theory] "Experiential Learning Theory","Johari window", etc.
[Martial arts EXP] Aiki-style experience

2

Culture, Groups and Identity

[Martial arts EXP] Up and down of the neck and body reactions
[Art appreciation] Visual Thinking Strategy (VTS) and facilitation
[Theory] "What is culture?", "What does cultural difference mean?", etc.

3

Culture and value orientation

[Martial arts EXP] Left and right of the neck and the body reactions
[Art appreciation] VST of Artwork A
[Theory] "Value conflicts", etc.

4

Culture and Communication (1)

[Martial arts EXP] Flat and warp of the back
[Art appreciation] VST of Artwork B
[Theory]"Verbal and non-verbal communication", etc.

5

Culture and Communication (2)

(*) Joint class with Stanford Univesity students

[Practical learning] Photography assignments with non-verbal communication

[Theory] "Mechanisms of intercultural communication, Verbal and non-verbal communication"
<Reference text> M.J. Bennett (ed.). Basic Concepts of Intercultural Communication.

6

Emotional body work

(*) with External lecturer JIDAI-san

[Emotional body work]

[Theory] "Various communication styles (high/low context, direct/indirect, etc.)"
<Reference text>. Bennett, J. M. (1998). Transition shock: Culture shock in perspective. In M.J. Bennett (ed). Basic Concepts of Intercultural Communication. Yarmouth, ME: Intercultural Press, 215-223.

7

Cultural Transition and Adaptation (1)

[Martial arts EXP] Shoulders and elbows up and down
[Theory] "Psychological mechanisms and symptoms of culture shock.", etc.

*** Mid-term paper due: 1 week later

8

Cultural Transition and Adaptation (2)

(*) with External lecturer Yuma Matsuoka-san

[Adaptation EXP]

<Reference text> Interactions between North American and Japanese: Considerations of Communication Styles. in M.J. Bennett (ed.).

9

Intercultural competence development (1)

[Martial arts EXP] Flexion and Extension
[Art appreciation] VST of Artwork C
[Theory]"Intercultural sensitivity", etc.
<Reference text> Bennett, M. J. (1998). Intercultural Communication. Current Perspectives. Yarmouth, ME: Intercultural Press, 1-34.

10

Intercultural competence development (2)

[Martial arts EXP] Seeds of Tanden
[Art appreciation] VST of Artwork D
[Theory] "Intercultural development continuum", etc.

11

Intercultural competence development (3)

[Martial arts EXP] Backward taking both hands
[Art appreciation] VST of Artwork E
[Theory] "Social contact hypothesis", etc.

12

Group Project (1)

[Martial arts or Arts expression] Improvisation 1
Group project assignment, group organization, discussion on topics

13

Group project (2)

[Martial arts or Arts expression] Improvisation 2
Preparation, consultation

14

Group project (3)

[Martial arts or Arts expression] Improvisation 3
Poster Fair

15

Course Summary and Reflection

Course Summary and Reflection

*** Final paper due: 1 week later

Class Format

BCP停止の場合は、BCPレベル0～2の記載どおりに授業が行われます。
During the suspension period of BCP, classes will be as described in BCP levels 0-2.

<BCP Level 1-2>
Week 1-15: On campus class
<BCP Level 3-4>
Week 1-15: Web-based class (zoom interactive meeting)
*We will have active discussion through ZOOM, so please join this class from the place where you feel comfortable speaking.

Recommendations for Private Study

(1) The course will be taught in English, and other languages such as Japanese may be used if agreed. Since English is not the first language for many of the students, please try to help each other and utilize various communication methods for meaningful communication to go beyond linguistic and cultural barrier.
(2) Students are expected to complete reading assignments before each class, and to participate actively in classroom activities.

Grade Evaluation Method

Kind Percentage Grading Criteria etc.
Final Examination (Written)

Report Examination
(A report to be submitted by the unified deadline)

Exams and/or Reports other than those stated above, and Continuous Assessment　
(Evaluation of Everyday Performance in Class)		 100

Reflections 2%x15= 30%
Mid-term paper 20%
Group project 30%
Final paper 20%

Grade Evaluation Method （Note）

The same evaluation criteria will be applied regardless of the BCP level.

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)

Communication Paper,Learning Management System （manaba+R）,Talk with Students

Other Comments

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