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
12726:[2025 春セメスター]IR18‐CB103 Academic SkillsⅢ(Proficient)(RE) § 12727:RUIR-1103 Academic Skills III (Proficient)(RE) 2025 春セメスター 水4,金2 国際関係学部 KIM WACHUTKA JACKIE 4

キャンパス

衣笠/衣笠

授業施設

洋洋館YY505号教室/洋洋館YY505号教室

授業で利用する言語

English

授業の概要と方法

【+R-Jugyo】
Information for “+R-Jugyo” will be posted on the “Course News” on manaba+R by April 1. Be sure to check the “Course News” on manaba+R.

The aim of Academic Skills III is to solidify students' writing, research and academic interaction skills. The course will emphasize a combination of practical academic skills for the purpose of gathering primary and extensive secondary data within the framework of theoretical content and analysis.

With this as the main foundation, we will consider the following:
Culture within late-stage globalization has many complexities and implications. Due to growing intricacies, identities and identifications have become even more important and pressing. This act of definition vital in the fact that the desire to identity in the active voice, to find a place of belonging within the constant changing world elucidates myriad of individuals seeking some sort of meaning. This definition of who one is and how one has evolved within the whirlwind of exponential social and digital media dominations that grip almost all aspects of everyday life and the authoritarian powers of technical advances and autocrats that have defined the new norm, purposefully excluding those non-participatory outliers eludes an individual to position he/her/themselves vis-à-vis structural powers with the rightful question of legitimacy. Flows and movements of people of all socio-economic classes throughout the globe, and the array and disarray of placements and displacements of peoples, nations, communities, societies, home, and homelands, a sense of security and equilibrium has become an aim for the masses. Pursuit of identity and attempt at identification, then, offers possibilities, of reflection of self, community, and society and invites the thinker to seek answers, understand and know the surroundings, and importantly to be conscious of decisions and choices. Whether the act of choosing is based upon essentialist and existential senses, or one that demands a reconstruct and repositioning as a means of protest and contestation, the desire to seek anew, to establish other possibilities enroute personalized, subjective growth and discovery. The specific concepts that we reflect upon as individuals are identity, both individual and collective, society and its structures and various impetus for agency. As an important tool of analysis we must consider the important intersections of history and biography and their fluidity; in other words, objective view brought to focus into subjective experiences and the subjective view expanded into the grander realm of the objective. This constant duality and interconnection of objectivities and subjectivities in diverse experiences are essential for helping us to understand that our social structure is never a singularity but an intersection of multiplicities. In other words, as we consider for example ethnic minorities, we must not overlook the intersection of gendered ethnic minorities; or in the case of sexual minorities, the possibilities of ethnic, sexual and gendered minorities, who also speak of experiences of another dimension.
One of the main aims of academic skills is being able to closely read a text concerning concepts and theories. A way to demonstrate one’s understanding of the text is to be able to systematically summarize and explain in detail the given theories and discussion in a clear and concise manner. Furthermore, this demonstration of an individual’s comprehension is revealed through connecting complex theories with practical issues by providing relating examples. Successfully interweaving theories that are often based on humanistic philosophies of personhood and society with the daily activities of everyday life is the starting point of critical thinking that is a crucial and essential component of academic skills.
In this course, students will gain an in-depth understanding of gender and minority struggles and activism within the Japanese social context. Students will learn to conduct various supplemental research in order to make their topic presentations richer and more informative. Students will practice the techniques of reading and gathering various information, writing concise and clear hand-outs and presentation skills.

受講生の到達目標

1) Students will be able to attain critical thinking skills by reading, analyzing, deciphering challenging academic texts depicting social and philosophical theories that are the bedrock of international relations.
2) Students will be able to utilize these obtained theories in order to formulate a hypothesis and design an academic research methodology to analyze a group of people, for example, ethnic, sexual, class and other minorities and their positionality in their community, society, and nation. The students will also familiarize themselves with the dynamics of institutions, community organizations, and grassroots civic groups and their activism that reflect local and regional aims, as well as a common international global agenda.
3) Students will be able to present their findings through an academically researched paper utilizing the in-class readings, as well as independently researched books, on-line journals, and multi-site periodicals. Students will use quantitative and qualitative methods. They will be able to deliver a detailed analysis of the subject and demonstrate their own interpretation or assessment of the collected data.
4) Students will practice their academic writing skills by paying close attention to: a) highlighting the main overall thesis statement b) following a specific, organized table of contents c) writing succinct sentences d) emphasizing topic-focused paragraphs e) making efforts toward smooth paragraph transitions f) understanding the importance of accurate citations of sources g) building a reference/bibliography page following the APA style 7th edition.
5) Based on the idea that writing is a recursive series of choices, students will make sophisticated choices in their own writing.
6) Students will give critical feedback to their peers' writing and apply critical feedback on their writing.
7) Students will formulate an original, increasingly complex thesis in their writing projects and develop that thesis into a well-supported argument.
8) Students will use a range of research methods and incorporate source material into their writing so that it develops and supports their ideas.
9) Students will develop effective and appropriate organizational strategies for their writing.
10) Students will practice critical thinking and reading skills, so that they can devise original ideas, rather than simply echo the ideas of others.
11) Students will evaluate the credibility of sources, use academic/scholarly resources, and incorporate sources effectively and ethically.

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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
1-1

+R Jugyo
Orientation Video
Explanation of Syllabus and Reading List, Keys of conducting research, Notebook Entry #1 What is “Academic Skills”? Intermingling of theory and Practice

Qualitative and quantitative research
APA Style review (Group activity)

2-2

Explanation of Syllabus and Reading List, Keys of conducting research.
1) Notebook Entry #1 Write an autobiography of yourself, emphasizing what you find to be the most important social elements that influence and structure your life. Answer personally, “What is “Academic Skills” and what does “Intermingling of theory and Practice mean?” Briefly answer the question of what you think “academic skills” pertain to. Then, elaborate your own interpretation of the phrase “intermingling of theory and practice” in our daily lives as both students of higher academia and as human beings in daily life. How is theory and practice interrelated?

Choosing appropriate research topics: Effective ways of gathering, reading, paraphrasing and citing
Explain reading presentation and distribution of dates

3-3

1) Discuss Kidd and Teagle (2012, pp.34-48).
2) Notebook Entry #2: Read Kidd and Teagle (2012, pp. 34-48). Discuss identity and the group and the concept of culture as a form of social control. Write your own thoughts and also incorporate the ideas from the readings with proper citations.
3) Utilize Kidd and Teagle reading and few of the supplementary reading suggestions in the syllabus as main examples for “Reference” to show the following categories below. Group Work: Discovering APA Style 7th edition (In and Out of Class) (Due Apr. 23)

Annotated bibliography, research proposal, outline, thesis statement
APA Style Group presentation

4-4

Notebook Entry #3 Look through the uploaded reading list. There are six readings in total. Choose five the readings and start writing a short 100-150 words annotated bibliography (summary) of each reading separately. Afterwards, write one Literature Review incorporating, as much as possible, the eight readings together. The literature review should be approx. 1,000 words, reflecting a common theme, for example, minorities in Japan. Please refer to the following link for a simple explanation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdJxY4w9XKY&feature=emb_rel_end

*) Mini-Lit Review Presentation. In-class “15-minute short mini-presentation” of Literature review of the readings on May 28

Analyzing the concepts of nation, borders, modernization, society

5-5

Notebook Entry #4
a) Write a brainstorming discussion of what theme/topic/argument that you want to focus on. Write a very simple, condensed “Research Proposal,” approx. 800 words. Also, insert a working bibliography of the sources that you have found and looked through in APA

Defining the concept of the construct of society: Questioning modernity
 

6-6

Gather materials for Final Research Proposal. Write an effective thesis statement: What is the big question? What is the answer? Write a 800 word research proposal with a thesis statement. *** This research proposal can be used as an abstract with revision. Literature Review and Research Proposal (Due Week 7)
1) Continue researching books, journals, on-line periodicals, newspaper articles, organizations.
2) Write the first draft and submit: Due Date (June 18.)
3) Share research proposal in class.
4) Notebook Entry Due (May 24).

Writing effective thesis statement, research proposal, literature review

7-7

Writing the first draft

Organizing paragraphs, collecting sources, strengthening argument

8-8

Fine-tuning the first draft

1) Mini-Lit Review Presentation. In-class “15 minute short mini-presentation” of Literature review of the readings starts.
2) Mini-Lit Review Presentation
3) Write the first draft and submit: Due Date (June 18.)
Organizing paragraphs, collecting sources, strengthening argument

9-9

Prepare for the Research Presentation. Oral presentation with PowerPoint will start
(Due Week 10)

Effective APA style presentation

10-10

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

11-11

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

12-12

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

13-13

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

14-14

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion
Final Paper Due (2,800 words), Class wrap-up

Final Research Presentation, Q&A, Discussion

授業実施形態

All classes are to be conducted face to face; however, in the case of an emergency the instructor may elect to provide online (live-streamed) classes provided that the maximum number of online classes remains less than 1/2 of the total number of classes for the specified course. If an instructor does conduct a live-streamed class, then the link will be posted on Manaba+R.

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.

授業外学習の指示

Students must keep up with the intensive reading and be prepared for periodic surprise reading tests. Do not procrastinate, read, take notes during lectures and discussions and maintain an organized notebook.

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

•Assignments 30% [Group APA Style PowerPoint, Research Proposal, Literature reviews, Final Paper First Draft, other written works, reading quizzes, Active verbal participation etc.]
•Notebook20%
•Final Paper (2,500-2,800 words) 30%
•Final Presentation [PowerPoint with presentation] 20%

成績評価方法(備考)

受講および研究に関するアドバイス

The students are required to read and write extensively. Students must keep a notebook journal of the readings that are distributed in class. Also, students must fulfill five short required writing entries in the journal. Students are asked to write summaries with questions and analysis of the arguments that are presented from the readings that will be distributed in class. The students are also asked to take extensive notes of peer presentations and also write two to three questions of their own concerning the specific reading.

教科書

教科書(使用頻度、その他補足)

Students will receive a reading packet.

参考書

書名 著者 出版社 ISBNコード 備考
Hidden Treasures: Lives of First Generation Korean Women in Japan Kim, Jackie J. Rowman and Littlefield 9780742535954
Nationalism and Gender Ueno, Chizuko Transpacific Press 1876843594
Multi-Ethnic Japan Lie, John Harvard University Press 0674013581
Diversity in Japanese Culture and Language Maher, J, & Macdonald, G. Routledge 978071030477390000
Zainichi Korean Women in Japan: Voices Kim-Wachutka, Jackie J. Routledge Press 9781138584853
Illicit flirtations : labor, migration, and sex trafficking in Tokyo Parreñas, Rhacel Stanford University Press 9780804777117
Male homosexuality in modern Japan : cultural myths and social realities McLelland, Mark Curzon Press 0700714251
"We are not garbage!" : the homeless movement in Tokyo, 1994-2002 Hasegawa, Miki Routledge Press 0415976936
Living cities in Japan : citizens' movements, machizukuri, and local environments Sorenson, Andre & Funck, Caroline Routledge Press 9780415402378
Constructing civil society in Japan : voices of environmental movements Hasegawa, Koichi Transpacific Press 1876843675
Disability in Japan Stevens, Carolyn Routledge Press 9780415517010
Faces of aging : the lived experiences of the elderly in Japan Matsumoto, Yoshiko Stanford University Press 9780804771481
Fanaticism, racism, and rage online : corrupting the digital sphere Klein, Adam Palgrave Macmillan 9783319514239
Japan's minorities : the illusion of homogeneity Weiner, Michael Routledge 9780415772648
Transcultural Japan : at the borderlands of race, gender and identity Willis, David, Shigematsu, Stephen Murphy Routledge 9780415368902
Critical readings on ethnic minorities and multiculturalism in Japan Siddle, Richard Routledge 9789004235205
Multicultural Citizenship Kymlicka, Will Oxford University Press 0198290918
Embodying difference : the making of burakumin in modern Japan Amos, Timothy, D. Navayana Press 9788189059293
Islands of discontent : Okinawan responses to Japanese and American power Hein, Laura & Selden, Mark Rowman and Littlefield 0742518655
Identity and resistance in Okinawa Allen, Matthew Rowman and Littlefield 9780742517158
When Women Perform Hate Speech: Gender, Patriotism, and Social Empowerment in Japan Kim-Wachutka, Jackie The Asia-Pacific Journal | Japan Focus Volume 17 | Issue 11 | Number 1 | Article ID 5285 | Jun 01, 2019 1
Embedded racism : Japan's visible minorities and racial discrimination Arudou, Debito Lexington Books 9781498513906
Shutting out the sun : how Japan created its own lost generation Michael Zielenziger Nan A. Talese 9780385513036
Japan and global migration : foreign workers and the advent of a multicultural society Douglass, Mike & Roberts, Glenda University og Hawaii Press 0824827422
Culture and Identity Kidd, W. & Teagle, A. Palgrave Macmillan 9780230281028
The City and the Chain: Conceptualizing Globalization and Consumption in Japan Grinshpun, Helena Japan Review 24, 2012, 169-195
Globalization and Global Consumer Culture: The Fragmentation, Fortification, Substitution and Transmutation of Social Identities Cleveland, Mark In: Katzarska-Miller, Iva & Reysen, Steven (Eds.), Globalized Identities: The Impact of Globalization on Self and Identity (pp. 71-105). Palgrave Macmillan, London, UK 978-3-031-04643-8, 978-3-031-04644-5.
That's the Joint: The Hip Hop Studies Reader Forman, Murray and Neal Mark Anthony, ed. Routledge 0-415-96918-2
The Routledge Companion to Butoh Performance Marrotti, William Baird, Bruce and Candelario, Candace 5579899
Routledge Handbook of Sexuality Studies in East Asia Mclland, Mark and Mackie, Vera Routledge 9780415639484.

参考書(使用頻度、その他補足)

Other books will be announced in class

参考になるwwwページ

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

学生との直接対話,その他(教員より別途指示）

備考

***Course studies and submission of assignments will be conducted via manaba+R.
***“Reading materials” will be uploaded on either Manaba or One-Drive and submissions will be made through the same portals.
*** This is a tentative schedule and changes may occur according to circumstances and levels of students.
*** Attendance will be taken during each class through Manaba. All important submissions such as quizzes, tests, and written works will be explained in full detail through written instructions and in class.
*** No late submission will be accepted without a legitimate reason.
*** No submissions through e-mail without instructor's permission,
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