Course Name Year Term Period Faculty / Graduate School All Instructors Credits
14845:IR18‐BA104 English for International Studies IV (High‐Intermediate)(RI) § 14846:IR-BAR104 English Ⅳ (I) 2023 Fall Tue2,Fri1 College　Of　International　Relations O’MOCHAIN ROBERT 2

Campus

KIC/KIC

Class Venue

RYOYUKAN　RY207/RYOYUKAN　RY208

Language

English

Course Outline and Method

 This course develops language skills through a content-based pedagogy. Content draws from authors who cover a wide range of issues with a global society perspective. All four language skills are integrated in the exploration of relevant issues, with a particular focus on academic writing ability. Students will improve their ability to express logical argument through engagement with a range of writing techniques and structures. In-class writing activities will also promote fluency and accuracy in written expression .The content area is "Discriminatory behavior in global contexts." It asks the question: "How does discrimination affect a country's global image?" The instructor provides examples and explanations of Gender and LGBT+ discrimination in global society. The spread of the #MeToo movement as a global phenomenon prompts a focus on one particular type of discrimination: sexual harassment in workplace and institutional contexts. What have global organizations said about these issues and what policies have been implemented to achieve more justice and equality for targets of discrimination? These issues are elaborated through academic reading, and writing. Communicating your ideas about these topics in open-ended discussion will improve your speaking and listening skills in English.

Student Attainment Objectives

1) Students shall learn about discourse structure, conventional academic report design, citations and references, paraphrasing, quotations, and academic honesty.
2) Students will learn about different academic writing styles and writing to different audiences using the APA format.
3) Students will be able to summarize facts and arguments related to International Society - with a focus on gender and LGBT issues - and write reports after researching the issues.
While this course emphasizes writing skills, students shall continue to develop all four skills in English.

Recommended Preparatory Course

Course Schedule

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

Introduction to class and instructor

Students will learn about the class rules and grading system.
Students will have first writing homework assignment.

2

Introduction to International Relations, Gender Studies, and Feminist approaches

In-class writing and group discussion: Brainstorming and conceptual mapping on discrimination topics
Collecting information from primary and secondary resources: APA format
WHO on sexual health;

3

APA style;Cover format, how to write in-text citations, and write a reference list.
Students discuss topics covered in the handouts

Guidelines for researching a topic
How the UN Development Program evaluates gender equality: Global comparisons

4

Pre-writing preparation

Cover how to pre-write and organize ideas within an essay
Student practice in-class writings

5

Unity and coherence
Common problems with tense, grammar and punctuation

UN initiatives on GBV; other IGO policies; NGO policies: national governments

6

Structure of the researched essay

Discuss the meaning of Nations, international relations, and international law on human rights
Awareness of Discrimination in global society

LGBTQ+ discrimination

7

Comparison Contrast Papers
Definitions and real-world examples of harassment
#MeToo as a global movement

Evaluating the reliability of sources

UN initiatives on LGBT; other IGO policies; NGO policies: national governments

8

Support, Accuracy, and Logic
Types of sexual harassment: Quid pro quo/Gender Harassment/Unwanted sexual attention
Role of family members and local agencies in supporting targets of harassment
Notable cases that affected Japan's global image

What is Plagiarism? Support your work and citations
Rough draft of first paper due

9

Cause and Effect Papers
Human Rights and children’s rights abuses in the sexually objectifying media industry:

Global Economy: Gender pay gap and women's access to workplace
Hostile Environment and Gender Discrimination

10

Quotations and citations; APA format

UN initiatives on sexual exploitation; other IGO policies; NGO policies: national governments
Sexual Harassment cases in Japan

11

Relating effects to causes

Inter-governmental organizations (IGO's) and NGO's fighting discrimination
Bullying against LGBT individuals as a harassment issue

12

Argumentative Essays

Talk about agencies and movements which help fight discrimination around the world

Critique of Feminism from Men’s Rights Movement

13

Summarizing sources
;

Masculinities Studies: R. W. Connell: Warren Farrelly
Group discussion on assigned texts

14

Mid-Term Presentations

Review of notable presentations on discrimination issues

15

Mid-term presentations

Presentation skills

16

Collocations for argumentative essays
 

Masculinities Studies: Cassie Jaye; Romit Dasgupta
Human maturity through Respectful relationships: Consent Issues

17

Classification Papers

Efforts to undo homophobic policies of governments in Africa and the Middle East: Case study: US and Uganda, 2015 legislation

18

Reading charts and bar graphs
 

Global protest movements:
Financial aspects of Discrimination cases: Justice and fairness in civil courts

19

Establishing order of importance

Identifying strategies to raise awareness
The #MeToo movement around the world and in Japan; HeforShe campaign
Bystander Intervention Programs and Education on Consent

20

Reaction Papers
 

Gender Equality and role of women in workplaces
Gender-based violence against exploited women

21

The References List: APA format


Prevention of Discrimination in global society: United Nations initiatives

Case study of GBV against exploited women: The palm oil industry in Indonesia

22

Rhetorical focus: Counter-arguments and concessions

Gender discrimination and a country’s global image:
Focus on equality in Japanese society

23

Translation issues and ambiguous language

Focus on equality in Japanese society: Notable discrimination cases

Benefits of engagement with new approaches:

24

Using search engines for academic content

Gender-based violence:
Review of content on unwanted sexual attention as a legal concept

Group discussion

25

Language focus: Verb tense consistency

Sexism and Gender Inequalities: Review of LGBT issues

26

Presentation Skills
Language focus: Restrictive and nonrestrictive clauses

Students will learn presentation skills and practice presenting to other members
Gender discrimination and a country’s/organization’s global image: The 2011 Strauss (IMF president) vs Diallo case
.

27

Other types of harassment and institutional responses
Timed writing exercise on issues learned during the semester

Language focus: Adverbial and noun clauses
Discuss the latest news on discrimination issues
Practice for Final Presentation

28

Presentations on Final Paper

Students will present to the class about the topic chosen for the final paper or some other aspect of discrimination (international, comparative focus)

29

Final Presentations

Students will present to the class about the topic chosen for the final paper.

30

Language focus: Run-on sentences and sentence fragments
Final Paper Due

The final class will cover the important points covered to use when studying abroad and when engaging in intercultural exchanges on gender discrimination issues. This brings to a conclusion all that was learned over the semester by the students.

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.

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

1) Summarize any reading in five sentences for future reference.
2) Design your own glossary (list of vocabulary items from readings).
3) Review last class's notes if you get to the classroom early.
4) Prepare for class and participate actively. This helps you remember.
5) Find your own related interest outside of class (movies, books, websites/news feeds...)
6) Make friends with Japanese students and other international students on campus and beyond.
7) Plan on study abroad/working holidays or some big goal.
8) Set yourself weekly/monthly goals and check whether you accomplish them.
9) Study a little everyday (e.g. on the train).
10) Eat healthy, sleep enough and get some exercise!

Visit the Writing Tutorial Center and the Beyond Borders Plaza.

Visit the library and access their website. Read the research articles and look online for related topics and bring them to class.

Grade Evaluation Method

Kind Percentage Grading Criteria etc.
Final Examination (Written) 0

Report Examination
(A report to be submitted by the unified deadline)		 0

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

4 short essays: 20% (4x5)
Textbook accuracy: 15%
Participation: 15%
Presentations: 30% (15% x 2)
Final Research Paper 20%

Grade Evaluation Method （Note）

The final research paper must contain at least 8 properly cited and referenced sources (i.e. academic support/ credible authority/ global institution report). Each report has an introduction, a (wide-ranging) literature review, results section, discussion section, and conclusion

Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods

Please observe rules outlined on Day One

Only access an electronic device when directed by instructor
Avoid arriving late; if this happens, take your seat quietly
Avoid eating or chewing gum during class
Check “Manaba +R” for resources, forum, and assignments when directed.
Have your textbook and dictionary on hand for each session.
 
English is the language of use during class time. This applies even when your classmates are of the same nationality or language group

Essays and Reports need to include headings to help the reader understand the logical flow of your arguments.


Make use of resources on campus, e.g., the library, the Writing Tutorial Centre, the Self Access Learning Centre “Beyond Borders Plaza” with Learning Communities
.
Show me that you are trying your best. Improvement over the course of the semester is taken into account

Textbooks

Title Author Publisher ISBN Code Comment
Effective Academic Writing No. 3 The Researched Essay (2nd Edition) R. Liss and J. Davis Oxford 97801943 23482

Textbooks （Frequency of Use, Note）

Additional materials will be posted on the Manaba+R Resources section

Reference Books

Reference Books （Frequency of Use, Note）

Seagrave, K. (1994). The sexual harassment of women in the workplace: From 1600 to 1993. Jefferson, NC: McFarland------- Hansen, G. M. (2016). Femininity, self-harm and eating disorders in Japan: Navigating contradictions in narrative and visual culture. New York (NY): Routledge.

Web Pages for Reference

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

Other (Separate instructions will be provided)

Other Comments

The short essays have a five-paragraph structure.
The final paper is approximately 1500 words in length.
Course schedule may be modified based on student needs. Any such modifications will be clearly communicated to students in class and via manaba+R.
When you need advise on any relevant issue, contact the instructor at his work e-mail address
robert01@fc.ritsumei.ac.jp
Please use your university e-mail address only for communication
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