日本語 English
| 開講年度/ Academic YearAcademic Year |
20262026 |
| 科目設置学部/ CollegeCollege |
社会学部/College of SociologyCollege of Sociology |
| 科目コード等/ Course CodeCourse Code |
DK124/DK124DK124 |
| テーマ・サブタイトル等/ Theme・SubtitleTheme・Subtitle |
Writing Academic English in a Global Context |
| 授業形態/ Class FormatClass Format |
対面（全回対面）/Face to face (all classes are face-to-face)Face to face (all classes are face-to-face) |
| 授業形態（補足事項）/ Class Format (Supplementary Items)Class Format (Supplementary Items) |
Face to face |
| 授業形式/ Class StyleCampus |
演習・ゼミ/SeminarSeminar |
| 校地/ CampusCampus |
池袋/IkebukuroIkebukuro |
| 学期/ SemesterSemester |
春学期/Spring SemesterSpring Semester |
| 曜日時限・教室/ DayPeriod・RoomDayPeriod・Room |
水1/Wed.1 Wed.1 ログインして教室を表示する（Log in to view the classrooms.） |
| 単位/ CreditsCredits |
22 |
| 科目ナンバリング/ Course NumberCourse Number |
SOX3430 |
| 使用言語/ LanguageLanguage |
日本語/JapaneseJapanese |
| 履修登録方法/ Class Registration MethodClass Registration Method |
抽選登録/Lottery RegistrationLottery Registration（定員：20人/ Capacity：20） |
| 配当年次/ Assigned YearAssigned Year |
配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。 |
| 先修規定/ Prerequisite RegulationsPrerequisite Regulations |
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| 他学部履修可否/ Acceptance of Other CollegesAcceptance of Other Colleges |
履修登録システムの『他学部・他研究科履修不許可科目一覧』で確認してください。 |
| 履修中止可否/ Course CancellationCourse Cancellation |
〇（履修中止可/ Eligible for cancellation） |
| オンライン授業60単位制限対象科目/ Online Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper LimitOnline Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper Limit |
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| 学位授与方針との関連/ Relationship with Degree PolicyRelationship with Degree Policy |
各授業科目は、学部・研究科の定める学位授与方針（DP）や教育課程編成の方針（CP）に基づき、カリキュラム上に配置されています。詳細はカリキュラム・マップで確認することができます。 https://www.rikkyo.ac.jp/about/disclosure/educational_policy/sociology.html |
| 備考/ NotesNotes |
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. Understand the basic structure and conventions of academic writing in English.
2. Develop effective thesis statements and coherent paragraphs.
3. Improve their ability to summarize and paraphrase source material.
4. Learn to use evidence and referencing appropriately.
5. Practice oral presentation skills in academic contexts.
6. Increase their awareness of global issues and perspectives in academic communication.
7. Reflect on their growth as academic writers and presenters.
This course introduces students to the foundations of academic English writing and presentation skills in the context of global society. Emphasis is placed on developing clear and structured academic communication, critical thinking, and cross-cultural awareness through written and spoken English.
Students will engage with academic texts, practice summarizing and paraphrasing, and learn how to build coherent arguments supported by evidence. Throughout the course, students will also reflect on their learning process and explore global issues from diverse cultural and social perspectives.
| 1 | Introduction: What is Academic Writing? Orientation and expectations |
| 2 | English in Global Academic Contexts Cross-cultural communication |
| 3 | Writing Effective Sentences Grammar and fluency |
| 4 | Paragraph Structure Clarity and organization |
| 5 | Academic Vocabulary Tone and precision |
| 6 | Paraphrasing and Avoiding Plagiarism Ethical citation practices |
| 7 | Midterm Reflection Self-assessment and portfolio review |
| 8 | Argument Structure Persuasion and clarity |
| 9 | Referencing Skills APA Basics |
| 10 | Descriptive and Reflective Writing Genre awareness |
| 11 | Oral Presentation Skills Structure and delivery |
| 12 | Writing for Different Audiences Audience and purpose |
| 13 | Final Portfolio Preparation Editing and revision |
| 14 | Final Presentations and Review Self-evaluation and feedback |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
| 補足事項 (Supplementary Items) |
|---|
| Classes combine short lectures, guided practice, discussion, peer work, and reflective activities. Emphasis is placed on active reading, incremental skill development, and transparency of expectations. Students are encouraged to approach academic English as a practice that develops over time through feedback, revision, and sustained engagement with texts. |
Students should complete the required reading assignments and practical exercises prior to each class.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
Weekly Participation & Writing Exercises(30%) Midterm Reflection Portfolio(20%) Final Presentation(20%) Final Writing Portfolio(30%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| Details and rubrics for each assignment will be provided on Canvas LMS. Students are expected to attend classes regularly and need to attend a minimum of 11 classes to pass the course. Late arrivals will be penalized and, when systematic, counted as absences. | ||
| その他 (Others) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| There are no assigned textbooks for this course. Required and recommended readings will be provided via Canvas LMS. |
Students should bring assigned readings and written work to each class, either in digital form (laptop/tablet) or printed.
AI tools may be used in a limited and responsible way (for example, brainstorming ideas, language assistance, or formatting). Improper use may be considered academic misconduct.
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. Understand the basic structure and conventions of academic writing in English.
2. Develop effective thesis statements and coherent paragraphs.
3. Improve their ability to summarize and paraphrase source material.
4. Learn to use evidence and referencing appropriately.
5. Practice oral presentation skills in academic contexts.
6. Increase their awareness of global issues and perspectives in academic communication.
7. Reflect on their growth as academic writers and presenters.
This course introduces students to the foundations of academic English writing and presentation skills in the context of global society. Emphasis is placed on developing clear and structured academic communication, critical thinking, and cross-cultural awareness through written and spoken English.
Students will engage with academic texts, practice summarizing and paraphrasing, and learn how to build coherent arguments supported by evidence. Throughout the course, students will also reflect on their learning process and explore global issues from diverse cultural and social perspectives.
| 1 | Introduction: What is Academic Writing? Orientation and expectations |
| 2 | English in Global Academic Contexts Cross-cultural communication |
| 3 | Writing Effective Sentences Grammar and fluency |
| 4 | Paragraph Structure Clarity and organization |
| 5 | Academic Vocabulary Tone and precision |
| 6 | Paraphrasing and Avoiding Plagiarism Ethical citation practices |
| 7 | Midterm Reflection Self-assessment and portfolio review |
| 8 | Argument Structure Persuasion and clarity |
| 9 | Referencing Skills APA Basics |
| 10 | Descriptive and Reflective Writing Genre awareness |
| 11 | Oral Presentation Skills Structure and delivery |
| 12 | Writing for Different Audiences Audience and purpose |
| 13 | Final Portfolio Preparation Editing and revision |
| 14 | Final Presentations and Review Self-evaluation and feedback |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
| 補足事項 (Supplementary Items) |
|---|
| Classes combine short lectures, guided practice, discussion, peer work, and reflective activities. Emphasis is placed on active reading, incremental skill development, and transparency of expectations. Students are encouraged to approach academic English as a practice that develops over time through feedback, revision, and sustained engagement with texts. |
Students should complete the required reading assignments and practical exercises prior to each class.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
Weekly Participation & Writing Exercises(30%) Midterm Reflection Portfolio(20%) Final Presentation(20%) Final Writing Portfolio(30%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| Details and rubrics for each assignment will be provided on Canvas LMS. Students are expected to attend classes regularly and need to attend a minimum of 11 classes to pass the course. Late arrivals will be penalized and, when systematic, counted as absences. | ||
| その他 (Others) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| There are no assigned textbooks for this course. Required and recommended readings will be provided via Canvas LMS. |
Students should bring assigned readings and written work to each class, either in digital form (laptop/tablet) or printed.
AI tools may be used in a limited and responsible way (for example, brainstorming ideas, language assistance, or formatting). Improper use may be considered academic misconduct.