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SEMINAR B(1)

Lecturer(s)KAWAGUCHI, HIROFUMI
Credit(s)2
Academic Year/Semester2025 Fall
Day/PeriodMon.5
CampusSFC
Class FormatFace-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
Registration Number48128
Faculty/Graduate SchoolPOLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
Year Level1, 2, 3, 4
FieldRESEARCH SEMINARS SEMINARS
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Course AdministratorFaculty/Graduate SchoolFPEPOLICY MANAGEMENT / ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION STUDIES
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Main Course NumberLevel0Faculty-wide
Major Classification5Research Seminars
Minor Classification00Seminar
Subject Type3Elective subject
Supplemental Course InformationClass Classification2Lecture
Class Format1Face-to-face classes (conducted mainly in-person)
Language of Instruction1Japanese
Academic Discipline06Political science and related fields

Course Summary

This seminar involves reading and discussing literature related to political science, as well as writing reports. While various rules and institutions exist in politics, this course will examine how they are actually utilized and their impact, thereby understanding the dynamics of politics. Political science covers a wide range of research subjects and methods, including statistical analysis using data and studies based on literature and documents. The primary focus will be on contemporary Japan, though foreign cases may be introduced as necessary. Students with a broad interest in various topics and intellectual curiosity are welcome.

Course Description/Objectives/Teaching Method/Intended Learning Outcome

This course will mainly involve reading and discussing literature related to political science and writing related reports and papers. All students, except the assigned reporter, will submit a brief summary and key discussion points (approximately one A4 page) for each session. Each class will typically consist of (1) a presentation by the assigned reporter, (2) a group discussion, and (3) an overall discussion. However, the structure may be adjusted based on the number of participants. We will primarily read books and papers on contemporary Japanese politics, though adjustments may be made based on student preferences.

Students will engage in two primary activities: (1) deepening their understanding of assigned book chapters/articles through careful reading and discussion papers and (2) presenting research on topics of personal interest and engaging in discussions. Students will submit a final report of 5,000 to 10,000 characters. Additionally, extracurricular activities such as study trips or seminar retreats may be arranged based on students' interests.

Examples of Reading Assignments (subject to change):
- Articles in academic journals such as The Annuals of Japanese Political Science Association and Japanese Journal of Electoral Studies
- Studies of Japanese politics in paperbacks such as Chukoshinsho

Goals:
1. Be able to explain basic political science concepts in one’s own words.
2. Read political science literature, summarize its content, and grasp its core essence.
3. Identify issues and challenges in contemporary politics and discuss them from an academic perspective.
4. Effectively communicate their ideas to others in a clear and understandable manner.

Research Seminar Theme

Reading Political Science Literature

Project Theme (next semester)

Reading Political Science Literature

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Remarks

The course content is subject to change. The reading materials may be rearranged based on student preferences.