シラバス Syllabus

授業名 THESIS WRITING 2
Course Title THESIS WRITING 2
担当教員 Instructor Name Chang Chih Hao
コード Couse Code NUC056_N23B
授業形態 Class Type 講義 Regular course
授業形式 Class Format On Campus
単位 Credits 2
言語 Language EN
科目区分 Course Category 専門教育科目400系 / Specialized Subject 400
学位 Degree BSc
開講情報 Terms / Location 2023 UG Nisshin Term4

授業の概要 Course Overview

Misson Statementとの関係性 / Connection to our Mission Statement

This course is designed to equip students with the skills needed to proficiently craft an academic journal research paper. It will commence with an introduction to academic English, laying the foundation for a comprehensive understanding of the framework governing each section of an academic paper. Students will navigate through the essential components, gaining insights into the intricacies of academic writing and ensuring a holistic grasp of the research paper structure.

授業の目的(意義) / Importance of this course

Furthermore, students will cultivate their writing abilities through hands-on exercises and collaborative peer-review sessions. As part of the learning process, they will delve into a detailed analysis of the structural nuances specific to research papers within their respective disciplines. This targeted exploration aims to not only enhance their understanding of academic writing but also empower them to apply these insights effectively in their own research pursuits.

到達目標 / Achievement Goal


After students practice essay writing in Thesis Writing 1, we will delve deeper into the intricacies of crafting a research paper. This phase will encompass a comprehensive exploration of research paper writing techniques, guiding students through the process of transitioning from essay writing to the more structured and analytical approach required for research papers

本授業の該当ラーニングゴール Learning Goals

*本学の教育ミッションを具現化する形で設定されています。

LG1 Critical Thinking
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication

受講後得られる具体的スキルや知識 Learning Outcomes


By the end of the course, students should be able to:

1. Identify features of academic writing and apply their knowledge of academic writing organize their ideas into a logical and coherent text.

2. Develop critical reading and writing skills.

3. Recognize the moves and steps in constructing research papers.

4. Develop proof-reading and self-editing skills.

5. Make effective written and oral presentations of one’s own work.

SDGsとの関連性 Relevance to Sustainable Development Goals

Goal 4 質の高い教育をみんなに(Quality Education)

教育手法 Teaching Method

教育手法 Teaching Method % of Course Time
インプット型 Traditional 80 %
参加者中心型 Participant-Centered Learning ケースメソッド Case Method 20 %
フィールドメソッド Field Method 0 %
合計 Total 100 %

事前学修と事後学修の内容、レポート、課題に対するフィードバック方法 Pre- and Post-Course Learning, Report, Feedback methods

In addition to theoretical learning, students will actively engage in practical writing assignments, focusing on honing essential academic writing skills. These assignments will cover various aspects such as summary, critique, and data commentary, providing a comprehensive foundation in the intricacies of scholarly expression. Furthermore, students will conduct a meticulous analysis of the moves and steps employed in research papers within their specific disciplines. This analytical approach equips them with a deeper understanding of how to apply these techniques when constructing research papers on a broader, more general topic.

Case Study: Research Paper

授業スケジュール Course Schedule

第1日(Day1)

Unit 4: Researching

第2日(Day2)

Unit 5: Outlining

第3日(Day3)

Unit 5: Outlining

第4日(Day4)

Unit 6: Avoid Plagiarism

第5日(Day5)

Unit 6: Avoid Plagiarism

第6日(Day6)

Unit 7: The Language of the Research Paper

第7日(Day7)

Unit 7: The Language of the Research Paper

●使用するケース
Case Study: Research Paper

成績評価方法 Evaluation Criteria

*成績は下記該当項目を基に決定されます。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
講師用内規準拠 Method of Assessment Weights
コールドコール Cold Call 0 %
授業内での挙手発言 Class Contribution 20 %
クラス貢献度合計 Class Contribution Total 20 %
予習レポート Preparation Report 0 %
小テスト Quizzes / Tests 40 %
シミュレーション成績 Simulation 0 %
ケース試験 Case Exam 0 %
最終レポート Final Report 0 %
期末試験 Final Exam 30 %
参加者による相互評価 Peer Assessment 10 %
合計 Total 100 %

評価の留意事項 Notes on Evaluation Criteria

使用ケース一覧 List of Cases

    ケースは使用しません。

教科書 Textbook

  • Dorothy E. Zemach, Daniel Broudy, Chris Valvona「Writing Research Papers- From Essay to Research Papers 」Macmillan Publishers Ltd.(2012)9781380059260

参考文献・資料 Additional Readings and Resource

Additional materials will be supplied by the instructor.

授業調査に対するコメント Comment on Course Evaluation

Student progress will be evaluated through assignments (40%), class contribution (20%), peer assessment (10%), and final exam (30%).

担当教員のプロフィール About the Instructor 


Chih Hao Chang completed his M.Sc. at The University of Edinburgh and his Doctoral (PhD) degree at Nagoya University. His main research centers on Sociology of Education. He has related interests in Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL), Second Language Acquisition (SLA), and Educational Policy Studies and Shadow Education.

(実務経験 Work experience)


He has taught in Taiwanese universities over the past few years.

Refereed Articles

  • (2023) Taking stock of the research into professional learning communities: Paradigms, pathways, and possibilities. Teaching and Teacher Education 0742-051X
  • (2023) Bilingual education in a globalized age: An ecological perspective on two Chosonjuk schools in China. International Journal of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism
  • (2021) What can a migrant child gain through linguistic investment in juku? findings from a longitudinal narrative inquiry study in Japan. Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development 0143-4632
  • (2021) Vocabulary learning strategy instruction in the EFL secondary classroom: an exploratory study. Language Awareness 0965-8416
  • (2020) Learning English in the shadows: Taiwanese students’ reflections on their English private tutoring learning experiences. Porta Linguarum 2695-8244

Refereed Proceedings

  • (2020). Effects of Private Tutoring on Studentsʼ Academic Performance: Focusing on Parental Involvement. JAHSS・JASID Joint International Conference .JAHSS・JASID Joint International Conference. 1. 2. The University of Tokyo
  • (2019). The Effectiveness of English Private Tutoring among Taiwanese Secondary-Language Learners. 2018 International Conference on Bilingual Learning and Teaching .2018 International Conference on Bilingual Learning and Teaching . 1. 2. Open University of Hong Kong
  • (2017). Two Heads are Better than One. Nagoya University Multidisciplinary Journal .Third International Symposium on Academic Writing and Critical Thinking. 1. 2. Nagoya University






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