Syllabus data
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Teacher name ： Kathryn Tanaka
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Course Title
Research Seminar 2
Course Title in English
Research Seminar 2
Course Type
Major Courses／-
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Eligible Students
School of Economics and Management
Target Grade
2Year
Course Numbering Code
KCCBG2MCA3
Credits
2.00Credits
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Type of Class
演習 (Seminar)
Eligible Year/Semester
Spring semester 2026
(Spring semester)
Instructor
Kathryn Tanaka
Affiliation
This second course in the thesis sequence provides foundational training in research methods and academic writing for students examining the intersections of Japanese business, culture, and global media. While students may choose individual research topics, all projects will engage critically with representations of business practices, ethical debates, and cultural narratives in media contexts. Students will learn how to transform broad interests into focused research questions, design small-scale qualitative studies, and write analytically in academic English. Emphasis is placed on research design, literature review writing, and introductory qualitative methods such as discourse analysis, textual analysis, media content analysis, and basic interviewing. The syllabus will adapt to reflect students’ thesis topics. A significant amount of reading and writing is required. Language of Instruction
English
Students are encouraged to do research in multiple languages.
Related SDGs
16／17
Office Hours and Location
By appointment in B308. Please email kathryn.tanaka@em.u-hyogo.ac.jp
Contact
kathryn.tanaka@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
1◎／2◎／ー
Corresponding Graduate School DP
ー
Corresponding University-Wide DP
N/a
Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course
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Course Objectives and Learning Outcome
Each lecture is led by student interests and discussion topics.
Subtitle and Keywords of the Class
business media, cultural studies, ethics
Course Overview and Schedule
Week 1: From topic to research question
Week 2: Finding materials Week 3: AI and Reliable Sources Week 4: Media and textual analysis Week 5: Media and textual analysis Week 6: Media and textual analysis Week 7: SNS and Digital Research Methods Week 8: Writing an outline Week 9: Peer brainstorming and editing Week 10: In class discussions of peer work Week 11: In class discussions of peer work Week 12: In class discussions of peer work Week 13: In class discussions of peer work Week 14: In class discussions of peer work Week 15: In class discussions of peer work 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
Completely forbidden
Precautions for using Generative AI
In this course, the use of generative AI is strictly prohibited. Any use during class is forbidden, and if a violation is discovered, credits may not be granted or may be revoked.
Regardless of whether generative AI is used or not, students must pay attention to the contents described in “Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI in Education at the University of Hyogo (For Students)” Textbook
References
List will be provided by the instructor
Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)
Students will be expected to spend at least two hours outside of class reviewing materials, doing research, and preparing their own work.
Contents of Active Learning
Classes are heavily student centered and discussion based.
Grading Criteria and Methods
Contributions to class discussion, class reflections 50%
Homework 10% Midterm project 20% Final project 20% How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results
Materials will be available in the Seikyo or provided by the instructor.
Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration
Practical Education
Remarks
Case study analysis, PBL
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.
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