1. Lecture Subject

Global Communication B

2. Lecture Title

Global Communication B

3. Number of Credits

2

4. Eligible Years

All

5. Instructor

SENGOKU Yu

6. Period

Second Semester

(Term 09/29/2025 - 01/30/2026)

7. Term/Day

Mon 16:20-17:50

8. Language

Japanese

9. Class Outline, Objectives

This course is an "international collaborative learning class" where domestic and international students work together to learn from one another, with Japanese as the primary language of instruction. The instructor’s role is limited to providing basic knowledge and reference materials, with an emphasis on active learning through frequent group work and discussions among students. The course explores various topics in intercultural communication, focusing on both theoretical learning and practical application within the classroom. Additionally, guest lectures are planned featuring external speakers with practical experience in the field, offering valuable insights into relevant topics.

10. Class Schedule

1. Guidance
2. Basic Knowledge of Intercultural Understanding
3. What is Culture?
4. The Process of Intercultural Adaptation
5. Barriers to Intercultural Communication
6. Self-Analysis Skills
7. Characteristics of Japanese Language, Culture, and Communication
8. Guest Speaker (Development Consultant with Field Experience in Africa)
9. Nonverbal Communication Skills
10. Verbal Communication Skills
11. The Culture Map
12. Approaches to Overcoming Intercultural Barriers
13. Intercultural Understanding Training and Simulations
14. Establishing a New Identity
15. Summary and Course Survey (to be conducted in the final 15 minutes)

Note: The course content is subject to change based on the progress of the class. Deadlines for assignments will be announced during the lessons.

11. Evaluation/Assignments

- Outputs from Group Work (30 points)
- Contributions to Group Work and Discussions (30 points)
- Mini-Essays for Each Class Session (30 points)
- Mini-Report on a Selected Theme Covered in the Course (10 points)

12. Textbooks

To be used (currently in preparation for publication)

13. Out of Class Study

Each student (or group) will research the assigned theme using literature and websites to prepare for group work. After the group work session, each student will write a mini-essay during class.

**[2 Credits]** More than 60 hours of independent study outside of class are required.

14. Notes on Enrolling

15. Syllabus URL

Global Communication B

16. ICL Enrollment Limit

Not specifically determined

17. Language Requirements

JLPT N2 or above

18. Frequency of Intercultural Collaborative Learning Activities

70%

19. Other (Notes for ICL Enrollees)