| 授業名 | International Relations |
|---|---|
| Course Title | International Relations |
| 担当教員 Instructor Name | ローゼンバウム 知佳（Chika Rosenbaum） |
| コード Couse Code | NUC444_N24A |
| 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 / Specialized Subject |
| 学位 Degree | BBA |
| 開講情報 Terms / Location | 2024 UG Nisshin Term2 |
授業の概要 Course Overview
Misson Statementとの関係性 / Connection to our Mission Statement
What's happening and what has happened in the world affect the way we live today. This course, therefore, is intended to provide students with an opportunity to learn, think, and debate about various topics relating to International Politics which could be useful for the post-graduation careers.
授業の目的（意義） / Importance of this course
The purpose of this course is NOT to learn basic terms and concepts taught in a "textbook" and remember them for exams. Rather, the goal here is to provide students with opportunities to obtain or improve an ability to analyze an event from different perspectives as well as an ability to construct and present own arguments, by using selected topics relating to International Relations (especially American foreign policies and involvement in conflicts in the 2000's).
到達目標 / Achievement Goal
The goals of this course is to provide students with opportunities to:
(1) obtain or improve an ability to analyze an event from different perspectives
(2) obtain or improve an ability to construct and present their own arguments
(3) be exposed to different views and debate in a respectful manner
(1) obtain or improve an ability to analyze an event from different perspectives
(2) obtain or improve an ability to construct and present their own arguments
(3) be exposed to different views and debate in a respectful manner
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
LG6 Managerial Perspectives (BBA)
LG7 International Perspectives (BA)
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication
LG6 Managerial Perspectives (BBA)
LG7 International Perspectives (BA)
受講後得られる具体的スキルや知識 Learning Outcomes
By taking this course, students should be able to:
(1) obtain or improve an ability to analyze an event from different perspectives
(2) obtain or improve an ability to construct and present their own arguments
(3) obtain or improve knowledge relating to International Politics (especially American foreign policies and involvement in conflicts in the 2000s)
(1) obtain or improve an ability to analyze an event from different perspectives
(2) obtain or improve an ability to construct and present their own arguments
(3) obtain or improve knowledge relating to International Politics (especially American foreign policies and involvement in conflicts in the 2000s)
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 | 40 % | |
| 参加者中心型 Participant-Centered Learning | ケースメソッド Case Method | 60 % |
| 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
There is no required textbook for this course. Instead we focus on "cases" as our main readings, and students are expected to submit "assignments" as preparation reports. If needed, supplemental readings and information are listed in the cases or assignments.
It is recommended to utilize the Central Information Center (Library) for preparing for class and homework.
It is recommended to utilize the Central Information Center (Library) for preparing for class and homework.
授業スケジュール Course Schedule
第1日（Day1）
Week 1: Introduction & Course OverviewWeek 2: Case and discussion
●使用するケース
"National Security or Right to Privacy?"第2日（Day2）
Week 3: The Cold War and theories of Nuclear WeaponsWeek 4: Case and discussion
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"An eye for an eye? A threat for a threat?"第3日（Day3）
Week 5: War from a soldier's perspectiveWeek 6: Case and discussion
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"Unarmed civilians- from the book and movie"第4日（Day4）
Week 7: What is peace, happiness, and democracy?Week 8: Case and discussion
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"Would you accept military intervention?"第5日（Day5）
Week 9: Who is a "terrorist"?Week 10: Case and discussion
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"Freedom fighter"第6日（Day6）
Week 11: War on Drugs -- who is the "enemy"?Week 12: Case and discussion
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"Drug Cartel, Inc"第7日（Day7）
Week 13: Security issues surrounding JapanWeek 14: Case and discussion
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"What is North Korea Threat?"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。
This course uses a 100-point system.
＊＊＊Class Contribution 85 points (85%）＊＊＊
Each student is expected to contribute to class through the following activities.
-Presenting an argument or opinion during class discussions or other activities.
Students can earn up to 5 points each time, and overall, students can earn full 85 points by doing so 17 times throughout the 7-week course (Please note that some comments, such as "I don't know," "I agree with XX," or any disrespectful comments, do not count for credit. Points may be reduced if any comments or behaviors are in violation of university rules. Finally, the failure to attend a number of days to satisfy university rules will result in no passing grade).
＊＊＊Preparation Report 15 points (15％）＊＊＊
Students must submit 3 preparation reports ("assignments") out of 7 weeks. Each report is worth 5 points.
*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 | 70 % |
| クラス貢献度合計 Class Contribution Total | 70 % |
| 予習レポート Preparation Report | 30 % |
| 小テスト Quizzes / Tests | 0 % |
| 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 | 0 % |
| 参加者による相互評価 Peer Assessment | 0 % |
| 合計 Total | 100 % |
評価の留意事項 Notes on Evaluation Criteria
This course uses a 100-point system.This course uses a 100-point system.
＊＊＊Class Contribution 85 points (85%）＊＊＊
Each student is expected to contribute to class through the following activities.
-Presenting an argument or opinion during class discussions or other activities.
Students can earn up to 5 points each time, and overall, students can earn full 85 points by doing so 17 times throughout the 7-week course (Please note that some comments, such as "I don't know," "I agree with XX," or any disrespectful comments, do not count for credit. Points may be reduced if any comments or behaviors are in violation of university rules. Finally, the failure to attend a number of days to satisfy university rules will result in no passing grade).
＊＊＊Preparation Report 15 points (15％）＊＊＊
Students must submit 3 preparation reports ("assignments") out of 7 weeks. Each report is worth 5 points.
教科書 Textbook
- N/A「N/A」N/A（N/A）
参考文献・資料 Additional Readings and Resource
These books are recommended for those who want to learn more about International Relations (not required for this course).
1)村田晃嗣、君塚直隆、石川卓、栗栖薫子、秋山信将（2022）『国際政治学をつかむ（第３版）』有斐閣
2) Blanton, Shannon L and Charles W. Kegley (2020) 『World Politics- Trend and Transformation』Cengage
3) Scott, James M, Ralph G. Carter, and A. Cooper Drury (2021) 『IR Seeking Security, Prosperity, and Quality of Life in a Changing World Fourth Edition』Sage CQ Press
4) Quackenbush, Stephen L (2014)『International Conflict- Logic and Evidence』Sage CQ Press
1)村田晃嗣、君塚直隆、石川卓、栗栖薫子、秋山信将（2022）『国際政治学をつかむ（第３版）』有斐閣
2) Blanton, Shannon L and Charles W. Kegley (2020) 『World Politics- Trend and Transformation』Cengage
3) Scott, James M, Ralph G. Carter, and A. Cooper Drury (2021) 『IR Seeking Security, Prosperity, and Quality of Life in a Changing World Fourth Edition』Sage CQ Press
4) Quackenbush, Stephen L (2014)『International Conflict- Logic and Evidence』Sage CQ Press
授業調査に対するコメント Comment on Course Evaluation
This is my first year teaching this course
担当教員のプロフィール About the Instructor
学歴
テキサス大学サンアントニオ校政治学部政治学科卒業
テキサス大学サンアントニオ校政治学修士課程修了
ミズーリ大学コロンビア校政治学博士課程修了
テキサス大学サンアントニオ校政治学部政治学科卒業
テキサス大学サンアントニオ校政治学修士課程修了
ミズーリ大学コロンビア校政治学博士課程修了
Education
Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Missouri-Columbia, USA
M.A. in Political Science, the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA
B.A. in Political Science, the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA
（実務経験 Work experience）
職務経歴
2009-2011 テキサス大学サンアントニオ校 研究教育助手
2011-2016 ミズーリ大学コロンビア校 講師・研究教育助手
2016-2023 テキサスA＆M大学キングスビル校歴史政治哲学部政治学科 准教授（16-22年まで助教授）
2023-2024 名古屋大学国際本部 准教授
2024-現在 名古屋商科大学経済学部 准教授（名古屋大学国際本部 客員准教授）
2009-2011 テキサス大学サンアントニオ校 研究教育助手
2011-2016 ミズーリ大学コロンビア校 講師・研究教育助手
2016-2023 テキサスA＆M大学キングスビル校歴史政治哲学部政治学科 准教授（16-22年まで助教授）
2023-2024 名古屋大学国際本部 准教授
2024-現在 名古屋商科大学経済学部 准教授（名古屋大学国際本部 客員准教授）
Employment
2024-present Associate Professor, Nagoya University of Commerce and Business
2023-2024 Associate Professor, Nagoya University
2022-2023 Tenured Associate Professor, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, USA
2016-2022 Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, USA
2011-2016 Graduate Instructor, University of Missouri-Columbia, USA
2009-2011 Research and Teaching Assistant, the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA
Refereed Articles
- (2024) Acquisition of Knowledge and Meta-Skills through the Case Method in Politics and Law Classrooms: New Empirical Insight from Japan. Journal of Political Science Education
- (2024) When English Education Isn't What It Seems: Outcomes from a Pilot Study in Japan. Journal of Language Teaching 4(3):
- (2024) Analysis of Students’ Interests in Study Abroad and On-Campus Intercultural Interactions. Annual Report of Global Engagement Center at Nagoya University 2
- (2024) Survey on Study Abroad and International Exchange - Students' Awareness and Future Challenges-. Annual Report of the Global Engagement Center at Nagoya University 1(1):
- (2022) Does political science education improve electoral knowledge? An analysis on US Presidential and Texas Gubernatorial Elections. Journal of Social Studies and History Education 6(1):