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In this class you will listen to a variety of materials (podcasts, music, stories, news, etc.) and answer simple questions about them. You will work at your own pace. There will also be optional interviews with the teacher for added speaking practice. Although this class has a live part, it can also be taken on-demand.
In this class, you will learn and apply marketing strategy to create an online marketing campaign.
You will learn and apply the following: market research, Internet ad creation, salesmanship and copywriting, Internet ad placement, and online advertising results analysis, etc.
The course will use active learning in every class (discussion and group work).
There will be a lecture each week followed by a hands-on activity to put the information learned into action. Some activities will be done individually, but several activities will be group-based. Homework will be given every week, including discussions and presentations.
You will do extensive research, ad creation, and real-world marketing work of value.
We will use the following to help us with our homework and projects: media software and sites such as YouTube, Google, and Facebook
You will need to read marketing news and come prepared to lead a discussion about a topic of interest you found each week.
We will actively apply what we learn to current real-world cases.
This course will be conducted in the style of a writer's workshop. Students will write a series of formal essays, and receive feedback from the teacher and other students. This class has a lot of homework. There will be weekly short readings, followed by in-class quizzes and conversation practice. Students are asked to write about their lives, and to provide analysis of the writing of classmates. There is in-class writing every week. Please be prepared to write a lot on SFC Moodle. This class also asks you to speak a lot, and read a lot.
The course is firmly based on the idea that language is a powerful reflection of cultural values, and therefore uses translation as a means to explore the workings and characteristics of our own language as well as those of English. Making use of subtitled/dubbed movies and TV shows as material, we will mainly work on Japanese to English translations. In every class, we will challenge ourselves with the task of creating our own "sub-channel" scripts or subtitles. It is an activity-based course in which students are expected to learn from practical experience and experimentation. Creativity, imagination, and humor will be highly appreciated. We will also be working towards a common goal- producing a dubbed ("fukikae") English version of a segment from a Japanese video of your choice in groups. In the beginning of the course we will work on English-language videos translating the subtitles or dubbed versions and "re-creating" the English scripts. After writing Japanese dub scripts for English videos for a few weeks, we finally move on to using Japanese materials to create the English versions.
In class, we will use short video segments and work on the translation in pairs or small groups. Class activities will basically follow the same procedure every week:
1. Watching the video segment
2. Translating and discussing in pairs or groups
3. Presenting the script and sharing each other's work
4. Comparing our versions with the original version
5. Discussing the work and material
The course is firmly based on the idea that language is a powerful reflection of cultural values, and therefore uses translation as a means to explore the workings and characteristics of our own language as well as those of English. Making use of subtitled/dubbed movies and TV shows as material, we will mainly work on Japanese to English translations. In every class, we will challenge ourselves with the task of creating our own "sub-channel" scripts or subtitles. It is an activity-based course in which students are expected to learn from practical experience and experimentation. Creativity, imagination, and humor will be highly appreciated. We will also be working towards a common goal- producing a dubbed ("fukikae") English version of a segment from a Japanese video of your choice in groups. In the beginning of the course we will work on English-language videos translating the subtitles or dubbed versions and "re-creating" the English scripts. After writing Japanese dub scripts for English videos for a few weeks, we finally move on to using Japanese materials to create the English versions.
In class, we will use short video segments and work on the translation in pairs or small groups. Class activities will basically follow the same procedure every week:
1. Watching the video segment
2. Translating and discussing in pairs or groups
3. Presenting the script and sharing each other's work
4. Comparing our versions with the original version
5. Discussing the work and material
Modern Japanese Literature II: Poetry Workshop
In this class, you will improve your English writing skills by translating poems into English and composing your own original English poems in traditional Japanese genres. We will cover classical styles, such as haiku and tanka, and technology-based poetry such as the "恋するAI歌人" and Shigeru Matsui's "Pure Poems." Every week we will have group activities in which you will collaborate with classmates to translate poems. There will also be several Poetry Readings where you will read your own translated and original poems to your classmates and give each other feedback. As part of the Poetry Readings, you will submit your poems in English with an oral explanation of the poem
Interactive and Active Listening: Mutual Understanding between Africa and Japan FULLY ONLINE
- Brush up your listening skills and then make an action plan.
( Important notice) Because of the present situation of Colona Virus, this class will be offered Fully on-line (Zoom).
This class is for those who seriously want to brush up not only their Oral Listening skill but also their communication skill towards mutual understanding. The focus point of this class is first of all, being able to listen and understand the lectures, presentations and discussions in class.
How much do you know about African countries? How much do you know about Democratic Republic of Congo, South Africa? Let's know more about each country and let us introduce our country Japan to them and share the basic knowledge of one another. Then step forward to social transformation in the field of education based on the collaboration with Japan. Our goal is to make an actual plan of social transformation based on mutual understandings. We will have friends from African countries with us in the classroom activities.
Japan - India Narratives
This class is designed for students who wish to develop the skills of academic presentation and discussion through studying major themes about India-Japan connections. The course will lay special emphasis on pre-reading, understating contemporary issues, sharing opinions in class, group discussions and making a final project presentation on any of the related themes. There will be opportunities to discuss with students at St. Stephen’s College, India to understand social issues and enhance your knowledge for final presentation.
※Please note that dates for discussion with Indian students may change due to their academic schedule.
Understanding India and Japan
The theme-based course about India and Japan will begin with the arrival of Buddhism in Japan over a thousand years ago and would then introduce Indian women writing on Japan, Japanese support for Indian freedom struggle, the creation of modern Indian community in Nishikasai, the rise of Suzuki in India and the giving of Japanese ODA to India. The course will end with the popularity of Japanese language in major cities of India. The course is designed for B level students to develop their presentation skills and gain confidence in presenting their ideas clearly and boldly before others. Students will have the opportunity to choose their own project themes connected to any of the major topics discussed in class. It is a great course to take if you are interested to present your ideas clearly.
Entertaining and informative, the third edition of All About the USA 3 features thirty units about American people, places, and events. Readers expand their knowledge of the USA as they explore fascinating topics ranging from Henry Ford and the White House to baseball and body language. [From the back cover of the book]
This course will focus on various elements (food, music, holidays, famous artists and inventors, etc.) of American culture. We will use All About the USA 3: A Cultural Reader (2008) by Milada Broukal and Peter Murphy as a springboard into deeper discussions about the US lifestyle and how it compares to life in Japan. Students should be the driving force of these discussions. Enthusiastic class participation is expected. There will be weekly homework based on the textbook material, a midterm presentation, and a final presentation. Students will choose an aspect of American culture (not mentioned in the textbook) to introduce to the class in each presentation.
Students must buy the book (available at Keio Co-op Fujisawa store) for this course.
In this presentation class we examine different styles of presentations and look at various strategies and techniques that presenters use to persuade an audience. We study a range of examples from sales to TED style motivational presentations and students use these models to help them deliver media assisted presentations during the semester. Students choose their own topics. During the semester there are two group presentations and one individual presentation. At the end of the course, students should be able to give well structured, media assisted presentations in English in a variety of different styles.
Students learn how to use listening techniques in order to improve understanding of spoken English and we concentrate on preparation for “real life situations”. Students learn to how to focus on extracting specific information and details, as well as general meaning. At the end of the course, they will understand more fully what interpretation is and therefore be able to distinguish and respond to a speaker's attitude, intent and opinion. This course is best suited for students who are comfortable taking instruction and participating in class in English, and who want to become more confident in their ability to communicate and openly share their opinions.
This class is suitable for students who enjoy reading and feel challenged to analyze the stories, and use imagination to write further to develop the stories. The selection chosen for this class are taken from the work of famous writers with diverse cultural and ethnic background, and protagonists with variety of moods, styles, subjects, and themes. Students will read short fictions ranging from 500 to 3,000 words that are appropriate in content and vocabulary, engaging and relatively easy to comprehend.
Please check Japanese version.
The overall objectives of the course are for students to improve their English proficiency skills while improving their band scores and understanding of IELTS. All four skills of the test will be covered but more time will be spent developing the productive skills (speaking and writing). We will study the assessment criteria and look at ways to increase band scores in each skill.
Language and Culture Exchange with Congo in Reality (FULLY ON-LINE)
- What is sustainability to enforce our mutual understanding through a language and culture exchange program?
( Important notice) Because of the present situation of Colona Virus, this class will be offered FULLY ON-LINE (Zoom, Youtube-live).
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN TO AFRICAN COUNTRIES? HAVE YOU EVER BEEN TO AN AFRICAN COUNTRY, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO(DRC)? OR HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF OUR "CONGO ACADEX PROJECT", WHICH IS 11 YEARS OLD? IF NOT, WHY DON'T YOU COME AND JOIN US AND OPEN THE DOOR WIDE OPEN TO THE WORLD OF AFRICA-JAPAN FUTURE? THIS SEMESTER WE ARE HAPPY TO INFORM YOU THAT WE STARTED A NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH INDIA. YOU WILL LEARN THE HISTORICAL PARTNERSHIP AMONG AFRICAN COUNTRIES,JAPAN, AND INDIA. YOU ARE SURE TO HAVE A BRODER PERSPETIVE OF THE RELATIONS OF THE THREE COUNTRIES.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS PROJECT IS TO ENFORCE AND TO SHARE THE INTRODUCTION AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING OF 3 COUNTRIES:HISTORY, CULTURE, EDUCATION, ECONOMICS, NATIONALITY,ETC.
•THE GOAL OF THIS PROJECT IS TO FIND WHAT WE CAN DO AND HOW WE CAN COLLABORATE FOR THE SAKE OF THE FUTURE OF 3 COUNTRIES.
Interactive and Active Listening: Mutual Understanding between Africa and Japan FULLY ONLINE
- Brush up your listening skills and then make an action plan.
( Important notice) Because of the present situation of Colona Virus, this class will be offered Fully on-line (Zoom).
This class is for those who seriously want to brush up not only their Oral Listening skill but also their communication skill towards mutual understanding. The focus point of this class is first of all, being able to listen and understand the lectures, presentations and discussions in class.
How much do you know about African countries? How much do you know about Democratic Republic of Congo, South Africa? Let's know more about each country and let us introduce our country Japan to them and share the basic knowledge of one another. Then step forward to social transformation in the field of education based on the collaboration with Japan. Our goal is to make an actual plan of social transformation based on mutual understandings. We will have friends from African countries with us in the classroom activities.
Subcultures: The Basics is an engaging introduction to youth cultures in a global context. Blending theory and practice, this text examines a range of subcultures such as hip hop, graffiti writing, heavy metal, punk, burlesque, parkour, riot grrrl, straight edge, body modification, and skateboarding.
[From the back cover of the book]
This class will use Ross Haenfler’s Subcultures: The Basics (2014) as a springboard to discuss various subcultures (both worldwide and within Japan). Students will be given weekly reading assignments from the text, as well as corresponding homework that deals with the vocabulary, cultural aspects, and themes of the book. Class discussions will be based on the readings and a viewing of SoulPancake's "Subcultures" video series. Students should be the driving force of these discussions. Enthusiastic class participation is expected. There will be a midterm essay test and a final presentation.
Students must buy the book (available at Keio Co-op Fujisawa store) for this course.
The main objective of Italian Basic 1 is to develop the most basic linguistic communication skills. Two teachers, one Japanese and one Italian, take turns teaching the class twice a week (90 minutes each). The Japanese teacher will mainly explain grammar (nouns, articles, adjectives, present tense of verbs), while the Italian teacher will give application practice. Please note that 1A, 1B and 1C are the exact same course.
The main objective of Italian Basic 1 is to develop the most basic linguistic communication skills. Two teachers, one Japanese and one Italian, take turns teaching the class twice a week (90 minutes each). The Japanese teacher will mainly explain grammar (nouns, articles, adjectives, present tense of verbs), while the Italian teacher will give application practice. Please note that 1A, 1B and 1C are the exact same course.
Russian is one of the most important and interesting languages in the world. Learning the language will give you another window through which you will see a new world. The structure of Russian is different from those of English and Japanese. It is always difficult to learn a new foreign language, but it is exciting and challenging.
Russian is one of the most important and interesting languages in the world. Learning the language will give you another window through which you will see a new world. The structure of Russian is different from those of English and Japanese. It is always difficult to learn a new foreign language, but it is exciting and challenging.
Smart Agriculture and Agricultural Data platform
Based on the current situation of smart agriculture, we will consider future directions.
Objectives of this program ;
1) To analyze yourself and learn and understand your own expression and presentation
2) To be able to make and tell stories for him/her/them by learn about psychological behaviors of others
3) To be able to make flexible and creative presentations by two way communication through observing others behaviors.
4) To be able to make compassionate presentation by non-verbal communication
The purpose of this course is to acquire basic knowledge and skills in Japanese "science writing". Specifically, reading and interpreting information on science and technology, which is the conduct of humankind, and describing it in a simpler way.
The 20th century was called “the century of science”. Remarkable advances in science and technology have contributed to making human life richer and more comfortable. The following 21st century is sometimes called the “century of life science” due to the rapid progress in the elucidation of life phenomena along with genome decoding.
Our lives are influenced by the benefits of science and technology, but their knowledge has increased dramatically and their specialization has made it difficult for non-experts to understand. Consequently, “Science writing” is becoming increasingly important.