Syllabus data

Teacher name ： Kayoko KINSHI
Course Title
English for Studying Abroad (C)
Course Title in English
English for Studying Abroad (C)
Course Type
Major Courses
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Eligible Students
School of Economics and Management
Target Grade
All
Course Numbering Code
KCCBG1MCA1
Credits
2.00Credits
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Type of Class
講義・演習 (Lecture/Seminar)
Eligible Year/Semester
Spring semester 2026
(Spring semester)
Instructor
Kayoko KINSHI
Affiliation
School of Economics and Management
Language of Instruction
English
Related SDGs
4／10／17
Office Hours and Location
Research Building B 301
Office hours by appointment
Contact
kinshi@em.u-hyogo.ac.jp

Corresponding Diploma Policy
A double circle indicates the most relevant DP number and a circle indicates the associated DP.
Corresponding Undergraduate School DP
2◎／3〇
Corresponding Graduate School DP
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Corresponding University-Wide DP
N/a
Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course
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Course Objectives and Learning Outcome
The aim of this course is not only to help you prepare for your 5 weeks of studying English in the Philippines, but to prepare you for broader study and work abroad experiences. This course aims to introduce you to the benefits and challenges of studying, living, and working abroad, and to have you think about the kinds of skills you will need to successfully prepare for and live and study abroad on your own later in your university life, or during your working life.


All students are required to give a presentation. You will work together with a partner, who is interested in the same topic, to prepare for and make your presentation. Part of this assignment is to ensure that you have the skills to work closely with another person to accomplish a task. Your instructor expects you to work together to prepare for and make the presentation, which includes making Power Point slides or handouts, some comprehension questions, and some discussion topics related the chapter of the textbook upon which your presentation is based. If your instructor senses that one person has done/is doing most of the work, she will deduct points from the partner who has done/does very little.
Subtitle and Keywords of the Class
Keywords: study abroad, communication and cultures
Course Overview and Schedule
In this course, the students are expected to take the lead in the learning process, which includes discussions. Students will work through the textbook and other materials to help them learn how to prepare for studying abroad in English.


1. Introduction　
   
2. Read Chapter 1: These are Global Times

3.  Presentation and Discussion on Chapter 1: These are Global Times

4.  Read Chapter 2: Determining if Study Abroad is Right for You and Chapter 3: Choosing a Program
     Reflection in Unipa

5.  Presentation and Discussion on Chapter 2: Determining if Study Abroad is Right for You and Chapter 3:      
     Choosing a Program
 
6.  Read Chapter 4, Figuring out the Financials
     Reflection in Unipa

7.  Presentation and Discussion on Chapter 4, Figuring out the Financials
   
8.  Read Chapter 5, Preparing to Study Abroad
     Reflection in Unipa

9. Presentation and Discussion on Chapter 5

10.  Read Chapter 6, Immersing Yourself in the Culture and Personal Growth
     Reflection in Unipa

11. Presentation and Discussion on Chapter 6, Immersing Yourself in the Culture and Personal Growth
 
12.  Read Chapter 7, Staying Safe and Healthy While Studying Abroad and Chapter 8, Making the Most of Your Time Abroad
       Reflection in Unipa

13. Presentation and Discussion of Chapter 7, Staying Safe and Healthy While Studying Abroad and Chapter 8, Making the Most of Your Time Abroad

14. Read Chapter 9, Transitioning Back to Life in the States and Chapter 10, Using Study Abroad to Showcase Your Global Growth and Learning
      Reflection in Unipa

15. Presentation and Discussion of Chapter 9, Transiting Back to Life in the States and Chapter 10, Using Study Abroad to Showcase Your Global Growth and Learning
In-person/Remote Classification
In-person
Implementation Method and Remote Credit Limit Application
• In-person classes only
• Not subject to the cap on distance-education credits
Uses of Generative AI
Limited permission for use
Precautions for using Generative AI
When using generative AI, please pay attention to the contents described in “Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI in Education at the University of Hyogo (For Students)” In this course, the use of generative AI is permitted only within the following scope, and use beyond this scope is prohibited. Students must follow the instructions of the instructor regarding the use of generative AI. If it is found that generative AI has been used beyond the scope approved by the instructor, credits may not be granted or may be revoked. It is important to verify factual accuracy and check/add sources and references for any content generated by AI. Submitting AI-generated output directly as assignments or reports is strictly prohibited.
Textbook
A Student Guide to Study Abroad. Stacie Nevadomski Berdan, Allan Goodman, and Sir Cyril Taylor GBE. Available in paperback or Kindle from Amazon.com

If you have trouble accessing the text please let teh instructor know immediately 
References
References will be provided in class as needed.
Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)
Students will need to spend at least two hours preparing materials and reading for each class. 
Contents of Active Learning
Students will learn to organize and present material, and to prepare a plan for their own study abroad. 
Grading Criteria and Methods
Contribution in class (30%)
Quizzes (20%)
Assignments (30%)
Final report（20%)

If students are absent without excuse on their presentation day or if students fail to submit a final report they will automatically fail the course. 
How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results
Feedback will be provided in class or via Unipa when possible. 
Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration
Students need to prepare for the next lesson, do the required homework, and review the previous lesson.
Practical Education
n/a
Remarks
In cases where any differences arise between the English version and the original Japanese version, the Japanese version shall prevail as the official authoritative version.