Spring AY2022

Special Lecture (Studium Generale II)
Undergraduate / Graduate

Undergraduate

Registration Code0055521

Course Category

InterD LiberalCredits

2.0

Term (Semester) / Day / Period

G-II (1st year, Spring Semester) / Fri. / 5 (16:30～18:00)

Instructor

VASSILEVA Maria

Contact e-mail of the Instructormnvassileva@ilas.nagoya-u.ac.jp●Goals of the Course
The name “Studium Generale” means “General Studies” in Latin and comes from old European universities,
still used in many German universities. Studium Generale B course offers exposure to academic topics from thefield of social sciences, presented at an introductory level. The goal is to expose students to topics outside theirmajor or research field, to different ideas – from both the speakers and other participants. For students from theregular Japanese program, it offers an opportunity to experience university lectures in English. The course
cultivates a multifaceted view of the world and communication skills, which are fundamental competencies for
future members of the society.
●Objectives of the Course
Students will increase their understanding and appreciation of wide range of scientific fields in social sciences.
Students will gain experience discussing with participants from other majors and countries. Student developthese competencies while using English language.
●Course Content or Plan
The format of the course includes (1) recorded talks by invited speakers and (2) guided discussions among
participants.
A different speaker, from Nagoya University or elsewhere, gives each talk thus the content of each class session
is different.
This course is conducted entirely online. The lectures are provided as recorded videos and are accessible any
time (on-demand online). Class time is used for interactive group discussions (live online).
The exact schedule and instructions on how to access the course materials will be provided on NUCT.
●Course Prerequisites and Related Courses
No prior scientific knowledge is required. Everyone is welcome! However, students should have at least
intermediate English language abilities and be able to listen, speak and write in English.
●Course Evaluation Method and Criteria"This course provides a choice of TWO LEARNING TRACKS:(1) Individual Learning Track:
Written report for each lecture (70%); Participation in 5 discussion sessions (30%).
(2) Team Project Learning Track:
Written report for 5 lectures (40%); Participation in 5 discussion sessions (30%); Team project (30%).
Lecture reports grading criteria: Each report should answer the provided questions and be several sentences
long. Grading criteria for reports: (1) understanding lecture content, (2) logical thinking and analysis of lecture
content, (3) organization of text, and (4) English language usage. A detailed grading rubric is provided on thecourse site.
Team project grading criteria: Each team should prepare one project using a topic related to one course lecture.
The project should be the work of the entire team and be presented in English during the designated class at theend of the course. The project is graded based on (1) team effort, (2) topic development, (3) presentation and(4) English language usage.
Withdrawal (W) grade: Students who do not intent to complete the course need to inform the course manager of
their desire to withdraw through direct email/NUCT message. This can be done at any time during the course.
Students who register but never come to class will receive an W grade.と"Spring AY2022●Study Load (Self-directed Learning Outside Course Hours)
This course will expect watching lecture videos and submitting report on the lecture content outside classhours. The report completion may sometime involve independent small online research.
Students who choose Team project learning track will work on their project outside class hours.
●How to Respond to Questions
For any questions, email the course manager Prof. Vassileva at the provided email address.
●Notice for Students
1. This course is conducted in English and is entirely online.
2. Note that this course is also an open course! Participants who are not undergraduate university students
register through a separate course website. Students taking this course for credit do not need to register there.
Participants registering for the Open Course (through the separate course website) follow separate requirements
to receive a Certificate of Completion. These requirements DO NOT apply to credit-seeking students
registering as ILAS course.
● essage fro t e nstructor
Videos of some previous Studium Generale lectures may be seen on Nagoya University OCW page:
http://ocw.nagoya-u.jp/index.php?lang=en&mode=c&id=624&page_type=index
Some lectures have been translated into Japanese and added to the NUAcL webpage:
http://nuact.ilas.nagoya-u.ac.jp/ocw/index.html
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