Syllabus data

Teacher name ： Takara Kenza Allal-Sumoto
Course Title
English Presentation Skills
Course Title in English
English Presentation Skills
Course Type
General Courses
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Eligible Students
All Schools
Target Grade
1Year
Course Numbering Code
IA9991GCA7
Credits
1.00Credits
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Type of Class
講義・演習 (Lecture/Seminar)
Eligible Year/Semester
Fall semester 2026
(Fall semester)
Instructor
Takara Kenza Allal-Sumoto
Affiliation
国際商経学部
Language of Instruction
English
English
Related SDGs
1／2／3／5／17
Office Hours and Location
By appointment, or before or after class
Research BuildingⅡ(研究棟Ⅱ) B-306
Contact
allalsumoto@em.u-hyogo.ac.jp

Corresponding Diploma Policy
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Corresponding Undergraduate School DP
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Corresponding Graduate School DP
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Corresponding University-Wide DP
2-1◎／2-2◎
Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course
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Course Objectives and Learning Outcome
This course is a cultural studies class that is heavily rooted in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Japanese and global contemporary social issues. Students will gain critical reading and speaking skills in both Japanese and English, and will learn to think about how to critically engage with cultural issues and the SDGs that interest them from multiple perspectives. They will learn to use both of their languages as tools to further action to achieve the SDGs in Japan and the world. Students will be able to share their research, opinions, and ideas about the content in class discussion and presentation.
Subtitle and Keywords of the Class
English presentation, peer teaching, human rights 
Course Overview and Schedule

We will discuss the principles of effective presentation and put these principles into action with actual presentation practice by discussing and debating topics related to the SDGs. 



Presentation skills and techniques to be covered include:

* Developing presentation content


Gathering and writing up information

Reporting and presenting research findings

Using text and graphics to communicate ideas

Engaging with your audience

Managing a Q & A session

The textbook used in class covers the following topics, which form the basis of our presentations and debates: 

 

Chapter 1What Are Sustainable Development Goals?
Chapter 2　What Is a Woman-Friendly Society?
Chapter 3Does Saving Infant’s Lives Slow Population Growth?
Chapter 4　Can Technology Solve the Water Crisis?
Chapter 5　How Can Quality Education for All Be Achieved?
Chapter 6　What Does It Mean To Be a Sustainable City?
Chapter 7　Will Black Companies Survive in the Future?
Chapter 8　What Can We Do To Help Stop Child Labor?
Chapter 9　How Can We Reduce Food Waste?
Chapter 10　Is a World Without Plastic Possible?
Chapter 11　How Can We Embrace Diversity in Society?
Chapter 12　What Kind of Energy Is Affordable and Clean?
Chapter 13　What Is Behind the Fashion Industry?
Chapter 14　Why Should We Protect Endangered Species?
Chapter 15　Will Tourism Break Down Cultural and Historical Barriers?


The course ends with a final presentation in which you will have the opportunity to present on your own research topic.
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In-person/Remote Classification
In-person
Implementation Method and Remote Credit Limit Application
Uses of Generative AI
Limited permission for use
Precautions for using Generative AI
AI use is allowed only for specific purposes. The permitted scope and guidelines will be explained in class.
Textbook

SDGs×Discussion (SDGsで学ぶ英語ディスカッション)  吉原令子 / 林千代 / 糸井江美 / 岩本典子 / Audrey Morrell 著

Kinseido, 2022.
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-4764741508

References
Materials will be provided by the instructor. 
Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)
At least two hours of review and prep will be required outside of class each week.

  • Each week we have assignments from the textbook. In addition, students are expected to do research in order to contribute to in-class discussion
  • Read through the assigned pages at least once, marking words you do not recognize. Use the glossary and dictionaries to write in meaning you do not know.                              
  • Students should be prepared to engage with a variety of media in their assignments and to complete bilingual work.
  • Weekly research responses in English are due in class.

Contents of Active Learning
The class will discuss human rights issues from multiple perspectives. 
Grading Criteria and Methods
Participation, quizzes, homework, and contribution to class speaking activities and performances.
How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results
Feedback will be provided in class and via Unipa. 
Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration

This class is a required course for the Global Leader Education Program (GLEP). Non-GLEP students who would like to take this course need to submit the application form in the application period. The number of the students who can take this course is 15 per section, and depending on the number of GLEP students and non-GLEP applicants, the non-GLEP students will be selected according to their proficiency level. Details concerning the application and selection procedures for non-GLEP students will be posted on Universal Passport in July or August.



Practical Education
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.