Keio University Syllabus and Timetable

SEMINAR B(1)

Lecturer(s)NISHIKAWA, HASUMI
Credit(s)2
Academic Year/Semester2025 Fall
Day/PeriodThu.4
CampusSFC
Class FormatFace-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
Registration Number18255
Faculty/Graduate SchoolPOLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Year Level1, 2, 3, 4
FieldRESEARCH SEMINARS SEMINARS
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Prerequisites(Recommended)B2221 フランス語インテンシブ1/FRENCH INTENSIVE 1 あるいは
B2121 フランス語ベーシック1/FRENCH BASIC 1 (あるいは同等かそれ以上のレベルのフランス語科目)
Have completed French Intensive 1
Have completed French Basic 1, or equivalent/or superior course
LocationSFC
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K-Number FPE-CO-05003-311-02
Course AdministratorFaculty/Graduate SchoolFPEPOLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Department/MajorCO
Main Course NumberLevel0Faculty-wide
Major Classification5Research Seminars
Minor Classification00Seminar
Subject Type3Elective subject
Supplemental Course InformationClass Classification3Seminar
Class Format1Face-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
Language of Instruction1Japanese
Academic Discipline02Literature, linguistics, and related fields

Course Summary

One continuing unresolved issue affecting foreign language education in Japan is the fact that learners experience limited exposure to the target languages they are supposed to be learning. As a result, the learning process becomes more difficult and many learners experience difficulties maintaining their motivation. This problem is particularly evident among intermediate level learners who could benefit from language-learning environments that provide exposure and opportunities to try and test newly acquired expressions and knowledge. Several questions emerge. For example, what are the basic elements necessary for creating learning communities where foreign language learners can experience exposure to the languages they learn? Another question is, what can be done to help learners re-discover the enjoyment of learning as they did when they started? Furthermore, another question considers whether it is possible to integrate individual learning with other socially accepted fun activities? Finally, one last question invites analysis of the feasibility and limitations associated with introducing practical “Cooperative Learning Projects” into the curriculum.
This seminar (Kenkyu-kai) focuses on foreign language education and the creation of efficient learning communities. Part of our study involves looking at successful learning communities where foreign language learners experience intercultural communication based on the promotion of Plurilingualism. We conduct several observations on current projects and analyze them from two perspectives: realism and sustainability. Consequently, we conduct analysis and discussions on the feasibility of transforming language learning communities into realistic projects.

Course Description/Objectives/Teaching Method/Intended Learning Outcome

One continuing unresolved issue affecting foreign language education in Japan is the fact that learners experience limited exposure to the target languages they are supposed to be learning. As a result, the learning process becomes more difficult and many learners experience difficulties maintaining their motivation. This problem is particularly evident among intermediate level learners who could benefit from language-learning environments that provide exposure and opportunities to try and test newly acquired expressions and knowledge. Several questions emerge. For example, what are the basic elements necessary for creating learning communities where foreign language learners can experience exposure to the languages they learn? Another question is, what can be done to help learners re-discover the enjoyment of learning as they did when they started? Furthermore, another question considers whether it is possible to integrate individual learning with other socially accepted fun activities? Finally, one last question invites analysis of the feasibility and limitations associated with introducing practical “Cooperative Learning Projects” into the curriculum.
This seminar (Kenkyu-kai) focuses on foreign language education and the creation of efficient learning communities. Part of our study involves looking at successful learning communities where foreign language learners experience intercultural communication based on the promotion of Plurilingualism. We conduct several observations on current projects and analyze them from two perspectives: realism and sustainability. Consequently, we conduct analysis and discussions on the feasibility of transforming language learning communities into realistic projects.

Research Seminar Theme

Creating a learning community that promotes Plurilingualism.

Project Theme (next semester)

Creating a learning community that promotes Plurilingualism

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Textbooks

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