Course Name Year Term Period Faculty / Graduate School All Instructors Credits
16228:IR18‐CA201 Bridge to International Studies I (Order & Peace / Administration)(RA) § 16229:IR-CA201 Introduction to International Studies in English Ⅰ(RA) 2024 Spring Tue1 College　Of　International　Relations OTTMAN ESTA TINA 2

Campus

KIC

Class Venue

RYOYUKAN　RY308

Language

English

Course Outline and Method

In this lecture course, we will consider the issues of international peace and equality from a gender perspective. In the first half, as an example of the women's 20th century social reform movement, we will focus on the activities of the Women's International League for and Freedom, including the Japan Chapter of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. We will discuss the peace movement and its role until 1940 and efforts during the war years.

In the second half of the lecture series, we will investigate the activities of women's peace movements after World War II. We will deal with the post-war peace movement, considering its historical background.
Through the lecture series, students will be able to comprehend how "peace", "equality" and "social justice" have a close relationship, and how the women's social reform movement transcends cultural, social, and national differences, and cooperates internationally while accepting diverse values. We will verify that the women's peace movements have aimed to build an international community.

Student Attainment Objectives

Through this course, students:
- will understand that:"peace and equality" are closely related,
- comprehend how the principle of "peace and equality" has been a guideline for the peace movement to this day, and includes gender equality for women.
- will be able to consider the possibilities of the social reform movement based on this 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

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

Orientation

Orientation and introduction to the course.
In-class and post-class assignment: completion of orientation materials.

2

Social Reform, women's activities


Social Reform Movement by Western women in the 1910s. Formation and Activities of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

3

Peace movement of 1910


The Peace movement of 1910, and Japanese women's involvement (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

4

Contemporary documentaries

Presentation of video materials and feedback reports (post-class reflection assignment).

5

Women's Peace Association

1920s: Launch of Women's Peace Association (Part 1) (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

6

Women's Peace Association

1920s: Launch of Women's Peace Association (Part 2) (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

7

Jane Addams; Japan & Women's Peace Association

1923 WILPF Chairman Jane Addams visits Japan; the development of the Women's Peace Association (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

8

1st Pan-Pacific Women's Conference

Exploration of the 1st Pan-Pacific Women's Conference (1928) (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

9

WILPF and Women's Peace Association

Activities of WILPF and Women's Peace Association until 1931 (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

10

Japanese women's social contributions, pre-WWII

Social contributions of Japanese women from 1931 to 1941.
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

11

WILPF Japan

Formation and activities of WILPF Japan Chapter (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

12

20th WILPF International General Assembly

The 20th WILPF International General Assembly (1977). WILPF and the United Nations - Security and Peace (input).
In-class discussion and post-class assignment: completion of reading and reflection materials.

13

Greenham Women's Peace Movement

CND and The Greenham Women's Peace Movement (UK).

In-class discussion and post-class assignment: preparation for final presentations.

14

Group/solo presentations

Group/solo presentations (case studies).

15

Group/solo presentations

Group/solo presentations (case studies).

Summary: Possibility of women's peace movement in the 21st century.

Class Format


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.

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/

Recommendations for Private Study

Students are expected to come to class prepared (having completed out-of-class reading assignments and reviewed the previous week's lecture) and spend about 180 minutes on course- related studies outside of class per week. It is suggested that students spend two thirds of this time on review, and one thirs of their time on reading assignments.
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.
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

1. 40% participation in discussions and completion of reading reflection sheets;
2. 30% final group presentations (case studies)
3. 30% final paper based on presentation (1000-1500 words, APA citation style)

Grade Evaluation Method （Note）

Assessment is based cumulatively on students' contribution to our learning community, group discussions and the completion of reflection sheets on the assigned readings. These account for 50% of a student's grade. Final group presentations (case studies) account for 50% of the grade.

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

1. Contact your instructor promptly whenever issues arise.
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

Textbooks （Frequency of Use, Note）

The instructor will supply all reading materials. No textbooks need to be purchased in this case.

Reference Books

Reference Books （Frequency of Use, Note）

The instructor will suggest reference sources for presentations and core concepts during the course.

Web Pages for Reference

How to Communicate with the Instructor In and Out of Class(Including Instructor Contact Information)

Learning Management System （manaba+R）,Talk with Students,Other (Separate instructions will be provided)

Other Comments

The instructor reserves the right to modify the schedule and syllabus according to student needs.
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