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Description
In today’s complex world, knowledge of the English language alone is no longer adequate. Instead, it is necessary to obtain in-depth knowledge of various cultures, world religions, international current events, geography, history, and global issues. These topics are taught in Global Studies, a content-based course taught at a Japanese university. This poster presentation will introduce the Global Studies course by showing the curriculum, detailing the learning outcomes, and analyzing student feedback.
Abstract section 1: Relevance
With the rise of globalization and technological advancements, the world has undergone unprecedented change in the 21st century. In order to prepare students for an everchanging world, they need more than English-language skills. Instead, it is necessary to deeply understand various cultures, world religions, international current events, geography, history, and global issues. All of these topics are studied in Global Studies, a content-based course taught at a Japanese university.
Abstract section 2: Contribution/research questions
Many institutions have started offering content-based courses taught in English. However, some educators do not have the experience or ideas of how to create such courses. By sharing the course’s curriculum, learning outcomes, and positive feedback, this poster presentation will provide an opportunity to exchange ideas for the creation or improvement of content-based classes, especially those that focus on international topics, taught at educational institutions in Japan.
Abstract section 3: Content/method
This class is designed to increase students’ critical thinking skills and understanding of global issues and world cultures. This poster presentation will introduce the Global Studies course by explaining the motivations for creating the course, describing the structure and implementation of the curriculum, discussing positive outcomes, and providing guidance for other educational institutions considering creating content-based courses with a focus on international topics.
Abstract section 4: Outcomes/results
This course has been offered every spring semester for the past 10 years and has achieved a great deal of success. It has been well received by the administration at the Japanese university. Additionally, nearly all students have successfully completed the course by receiving a grade of 80% or higher. Furthermore, based on various surveys, students have expressed a high level of satisfaction with the program’s curriculum and modes of instruction. Specifically, students have demonstrated much growth academically from the beginning to the end of the semester.
| Title | Global Studies: A Content-Based Course for the Modern Era |
|---|---|
| Teaching Context | College and university education |