Course Description
This is an "international collaborative learning" course, in which domestic and overseas students will learn together, with Japanese as the language of use. Teachers shall present basic knowledge and reference materials, with active learning elements, such as group discussion and participant discussion, being emphasized. Various topics of intercultural communication shall be covered in this course, and the relevant theory explored shall be practiced in the classroom. Further, lectures shall be given by external speakers with practical experience in the field, who will provide valuable topics.
Keywords
Cross-cultural communication, cross-cultural understanding, study abroad, overseas career, global, international collaborative learning, overseas students, group work, COIL, practical experience
Course Plan
① Guidance
(2) Basic Knowledge of Cross-cultural Understanding
(3) What is Culture?
(4) Cross-cultural Adaptation Process
(5) Barriers to Cross-cultural Communication
(6) Self-analysis Skills
(7) Features of the Japanese Language, Culture, and Communication
(8) Guest Speaker (Development Consultant with Field Experience in Africa)
(9) Non-verbal Communication Skills
(10) Verbal Communication Skills
(11) Culture Map
(12) Acceptance of Cross-cultural Barriers
(13) Cross-cultural Understanding Training and Simulation
(14) Establishing a New Identity
(15) Summary/Class Questionnaire (Final 15 minutes)
The content may change depending on class progress. Assignment deadlines shall be indicated during the class.
