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POL200LA(政治学 / Politics 200)
Intercultural Communication C
Language and Culture in Sync: Communication Strategies across Languages

Noriko ISHIHARA

Class code etc
Faculty/Graduate school ILAC Course
Attached documents
Year 2021
Class code E1808
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Previous Class title
Term 秋学期授業/Fall
Day/Period 木1/Thu.1
Class Type
Campus 市ヶ谷
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Grade
Credit(s) 2
Notes GBP/SCOPE/IGESS 1~4年※定員制
Open Program
Open Program (Notes)
Global Open Program
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers (Notes)
Class taught by instructors with practical experience
SDGs CP
Urban Design CP
Diversity CP
Learning for the Future CP
Carbon Neutral CP
Chiyoda Campus Consortium
Optional/Compulsory
Category (2018~) 2017年度以降入学者
ILAC科目
200番台 リベラルアーツ科目
4群(英語分野)
Category (2017)

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Outline and objectives

Without cultural knowledge, language users may not fully understand the meaning of a message. Even with perfect grammar, we could completely offend our conversational partners without using language in a culturally suitable manner. In this course, we will take a close look at the face-saving strategies used in world languages. We will also consider and discuss diverse cultural values and orientations that are closely connected to verbal and non-verbal behavior. Enhanced linguistic and cultural awareness will help you become a more tactful and respectful user of your first and second languages and prepare you for effective intercultural communication.

Goal

In this course, you will become able to 1) cultivate your understanding of the relationship between language form, meaning, and context, 2) become familiar with the notions of face and politeness, 3) collect and analyze authentic language samples, 3) understand cultural values and orientations behind language use in world languages. The course will also provide an opportunity for you to reflect on intercultural misunderstandings and respectful communication strategies with which to relate to others.

Which item of the diploma policy will be obtained by taking this class?

各学部のディプロマ・ポリシーのうち、以下に関連している。法学部・法律学科:DP3・DP4、法学部・政治学科:DP1、法学部・国際政治学科:DP1、文学部:DP1、経営学部:DP3、国際文化学部:DP1、人間環境学部:DP2、キャリアデザイン学部:DP1

Default language used in class

英語 / English

Method(s)(学期の途中で変更になる場合には、別途提示します。 /If the Method(s) is changed, we will announce the details of any changes. )

This is a hybrid class. Depending on the pandemic situation, we may meet most of the weeks on Zoom but if the situation allows, we may meet some weeks in person. Please see Hoppii for details and refer to the instructions there on how to connect to Zoom to attend the first class online.
Before class you are required to work on reading and complete assignments. In class we study relevant material, complete tasks in small groups, and share the discussion with the whole class. You are encouraged to actively participate in this problem-based learning (PBL). Feedback will be given orally in interaction throughout the course. Written feedback will be provided for your written papers within a week of submission.

Active learning in class (Group discussion, Debate.etc.)

あり / Yes

Fieldwork in class

なし / No

Schedule

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

1:Introduction

Self-introduction, course information, ice-breaking activity

2:Greetings

Analysis of authentic language data

3:Face and politeness

Positive and negative politeness

4:Giving and responding to compliments - 1

Linguistic aspects of compliments/responses

5:Language data collection

Designing DCTs and role-plays

6:Giving and responding to compliments - 2

Cultural aspects of compliments/responses

7:Refusals - 1

Language of refusals, data collection, signing up for the final project

8:Refusals - 2

Cultural similarities/ differences in refusals

9:Language analysis discussion, peace linguistics

Analysis of spoken or written language

10:Apologies

Student presentations, language analysis of apologies

11:Thanks

Student presentations, language analysis of thanks

12:Invitations

Student presentations, language analysis of invitations

13:Requests

Student presentations, language analysis of requests

14:Complaints, wrap-up

Student presentations, language analysis of complaints, and final reflection

Work to be done outside of class (preparation, etc.)

You should complete assigned reading and/or writing before coming to class. Come ready to discuss the material with your classmates coming from different (sub)cultures. University guidelines suggest the preparation and review time of around two hours a week for a two-credit course like this one. 本授業の準備学習・復習時間は、各2時間を標準とします。

Textbooks

Readings will be made accessible through the course website (Google Classroom). Become familiar with this online resource to read and complete your assignments before class. You are also expected to check your university email account daily to keep up with course announcements.

References

Handouts and resources related to the course content are to be distributed in class or made accessible in Google Classroom.

Grading criteria

You will receive a formal evaluation of your work at the end of the term. The grade on a late assignment will be lowered. You will be graded on:
1) Participation (20%)
2) Language analysis quizzes (25%)
3) Language analysis assignments (15%)
4) Final presentation and materials (40%) (tentative percentages)

Regular attendance is essential in order to benefit from the interactive nature of this course. You will not be able to pass this course if you miss more than three class periods a semester except in extreme circumstances.

Changes following student comments

Because this course is to be conducted in English, students must be competent speakers/writers of English (e.g., native or proficient with TOEFL® iBT 61 or above). International and Japanese students of any majors are welcome as long as they are interested in world languages. Students should view each other’s languages and cultural experiences as an asset to this course and create a friendly and respectful learning community.

Equipment student needs to prepare

Be prepared to use Hoppii, Google Classroom, and Zoom with your university account and check your university email daily. You will need to use a headset with a microphone if you are attending class on campus.

Others

Depending on the pandemic situation and your preferences, course delivery method may be changed. Please check the announcement to be made on Hoppii before the start of the course.