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Course Code etc
Academic Year 2026
College GLAP
Course Code OW171
Theme・Subtitle Environmental Education and Sustainable Development
Class Format Face to face (all classes are face-to-face)
Class Format (Supplementary Items)
Campus Lecture
Campus Ikebukuro
Semester Spring Semester
DayPeriod・Room Thu.4
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Credits 2
Course Number GLA2101
Language English
Class Registration Method Course Code Registration
Assigned 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。
Prerequisite Regulations
Acceptance 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。
Course Cancellation 〇(履修中止可/ Eligible for cancellation)
Online Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper Limit
Relationship 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/glap_e.html
Notes

【Course Objectives】

1. To understand key concepts of environmental studies, environmental education, and ESD
2. Examine global environmental issues through international frameworks (MDGs, SDGs, COP)
3. Develop qualitative analysis and critical thinking skills
4. Analyze environmental issues in Japan and other countries
5. Enhance discussion, presentation, and collaborative learning skills
6. Foster a global perspective and ethical responsibility toward sustainability

【Course Contents】

This course focuses on global and Japanese environmental issues through the concepts of environmental education and ESD. Students explore the historical development of environmental education, international frameworks such as the MDGs, SDGs, and COP, as well as major environmental challenges, including climate change, pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. Through case studies, qualitative analysis of news articles and academic sources, group discussions, and presentations, students analyze the causes of these issues and possible solutions, and consider the relationship between human life and a sustainable society.

Japanese Items

【授業計画 / Course Schedule】

1 Guidance and Introduction
・Course overview, learning objectives, structure, and assessment methods
2 Environmental Education and ESD
・Key concepts and principles of environmental education
・Transition from environmental education to sustainable development education
・ESD frameworks and international trends
3 MDGs & SDGs
・Background, objectives, achievements, and limitations of the MDGs
・Transition from MDGs to SDGs
・Current status and challenges of SDG implementation
4 Background: Global Environmental Issues
・Historical development of global environmental problems
・Current global environmental challenges and trends
5 Environmental issues in Japan
・History, impacts, and presentation condition
・Histrory of environmental education & conservation education in Japan
6 Information Collection through News and Articles
・Introduction to qualitative research and analysis methods
・Analysis of environmental issues using news reports and articles
7 Group Discussion: SDGs and Environmental Issues in Japan
・Japan's environmental issues from SDG perspectives
8 Presentation: SDGs and Environmental Issues in Japan
・Group presentations and feedback
9 Climate Change
・Global warming and climate change: causes and impacts
・Case studies from various countries
10 Conference of the Parties (COP)
・Background and objectives of the COP
・Structure and role of COP conferences
・Overview of the COP of the year
11 Pollution Issues
・Soil, water, and air pollution
・Case studies from various countries and comparative analysis
12 Deforestation and Biodiversity Degradation
・Causes and impacts of deforestation
・Biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation
・Global case studies
13 Group Discussion: Environmental Issues in a Specific Country
・Country-focused environmental issue analysis
・Discussion from global and SDG perspectives
14 Presentation: Environmental Issues in a Specific Country and Course Review
・Group presentations and comparative discussion
・Course reflection and review

【活用される授業方法 / Teaching Methods Used】

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

【授業時間外(予習・復習等)の学修 / Study Required Outside of Class】

Students are expected to engage in the following activities outside of class:

・Preparation and review of lecture materials
・Reading and qualitative analysis of news and articles
・Team collaboration in preparation for group discussions and presentations
・Reflection on the relationship between course content and daily life and activities outside the classroom
Additional required study and assignments will be announced during the course.

Students are required to check the syllabus and prepare consistently. Preparation should take approximately 120 minutes before each class session.
During class, students should take notes and make connections to the next class. After class, students should deepen their understanding by reviewing the class content, reading newspaper articles, watching related videos, and reading books introduced during class, as well as asking questions to the teacher. Students are expected to spend approximately 120 minutes reviewing after each class session.

【成績評価方法・基準 / Evaluation】

種類 (Kind)割合 (%)基準 (Criteria)
平常点 (In-class Points)100 Group Discussion and Presentation(40%)
Report (Midterm & Final)(40%)
Reflection sheet after each class(20%)
備考 (Notes)

【テキスト / Textbooks】

その他 (Others)
None

【参考文献 / Readings】

その他 (Others)
Distributed and announced in class.

【履修にあたって求められる能力 / Abilities Required to Take the Course】

・Willingness to develop an understanding of environmental issues and a sustainable society
・Active participation in group discussions and teamwork
・Ability to read and reflect on news articles and related materials
・Ability to think critically about environmental issues and possible solutions

【学生が準備すべき機器等 / Equipment, etc., that Students Should Prepare】

Students are required to check the syllabus in advance and prepare for each class.

【その他 / Others】

During and after class, students should take notes, review the content, read assigned articles, watch related videos, and complete assignments. Students are encouraged to ask questions during the lecture.

【注意事項 / Notice】