REGIONAL STUDIES (GERMAN)

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Lecturer(s)	MEYER, ANDREAS
Credit(s)	2
Academic Year/Semester	2026 Spring
Day/Period	Wed.5
Campus	SFC
Class Format	Face-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
Registration Number	17722
Faculty/Graduate School	POLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Year Level	1, 2, 3, 4
Field	ADVANCED SUBJECTS SERIES OF POLICY MANAGEMENT
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English Support	With English Support
Location	SFC
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Course Description	Courses that integrate theory and practice through an interdisciplinary exploration of "Policy Design", "Social Innovation, Management, and Organizations", "International Strategy", "Language, culture, and Communication" and "Methodologies in Policy Management Studies. Cultivate the ability to make policy proposals for research activities.
K-Number	FPE-CO-04003-219-88

Course Administrator	Faculty/Graduate School	FPE	POLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Course Administrator	Department/Major	CO
Main Course Number	Level	0	Faculty-wide
	Major Classification	4	Advanced Subjects
	Minor Classification	00	Series of Policy Management
	Subject Type	3	Elective subject
Supplemental Course Information	Class Classification	2	Lecture
	Class Format	1	Face-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
	Language of Instruction	9	Others
Academic Discipline		88	Comprehensive / Integrated Areas (Interdisciplinary Studies)

Course Summary

In this seminar, we will learn about Germany, Austria and Switzerland. We will read various texts, watch videos and eventually hold talks with experts. There will also be an opportunity to work with students of Trier University in Germany (online collaboration: exchange, discussion, common presentations). It is expected that the participants will also meet the students from Trier University outside the regular class for discussions and for the preparation of presentations.

Course Description/Objectives/Teaching Method/Intended Learning Outcome

Improvement of speaking and listening competence; enlargement of vocabulary; insight into history, politics, geography, societies and cultures of the German-speaking countries.

Course Taught by Faculty Member with Professional Experience

Not applicable

Active Learning MethodsDescription

Lab / Skill-development / On-site training
Presentations
Group work

Preparatory Study

Aim to spend about 2 hours preparing and reviewing for each class.

Course Plan

Lesson 1

Title

Introduction

Overview

Deutschland, Schweiz, Oesterreich - What do you know about these countries? What do you want to know?

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 2

Title

Selection of seminar and presentation topics; How to research materials

Overview

Selection of seminar and presentation topics; How to research materials

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 3

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 4

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 5

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 6

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 7

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 8

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 9

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 10

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 11

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 12

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 13

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Lesson 14

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Other

Title

TBD with the German partners

Overview

TBD with the German partners

Faculty Member/Instructor in Charge

Andreas Meyer

Class Format

Same as the whole Class Format

Method of Evaluation

Homwork, presentations, active participation in class and regular attendance.

Generative AI Policy for Classes

In this course, the use of generative AI is partially permitted. Specifically, AI may be used in the following situations:
・Assistance with brainstorming and the initial planning stage
・Considering and organizing the structure of assignments
・Supplementary support for research purposes (however, students are responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information)

Please note the following points:
・If AI is used, this must be clearly stated in the submitted work (e.g., “An outline was created using Gemini”).
・Unauthorized copying of AI-generated text or the use of information with unclear sources may be considered academic misconduct.
・When writing reports or completing assignments, independent thinking is required, and the use of AI is prohibited.

Textbooks

Materials will be handed out in class.

Reference Books

Materials will be handed out in class.

Lecturer's Comments to Students

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Lab / Skill-development / On-site training	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content through first-hand experience and trial-and-error by initiating their own activities at facilities and accommodations both on and off campus.
Fieldwork	An educational approach in which students conduct surveys and observations on their own to collect information both on and off campus.
Presentations	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content by preparing materials and delivering presentations in class.
Discussions, Debates	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content through sharing and discussing their opinions on designated topics.
Group work	An educational approach in which students are divided into small groups and assigned tasks on issues related to educational content.
Role-playing	An educational approach in which students deepen their understanding of educational content by being assigned specific roles to play, thus allowing them to experience different viewpoints.
Flipped classroom	An educational approach in which students study the course lecture in advance, and questions and discussions relating to that content are then held in class.
Problem-based learning	An educational approach in which students acquire knowledge and skills related to educational content by attempting to tackle specific projects or problems posed to them.