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科目情報

科目名	Japan Studies ⅦA
講義名	Japan Studies VIIＡ<Introduction to Japanese Mass Media>
クラス	01
担当教員	池田　伸壹
実務経験のある教員による科目
配当	全１-４
キャンパス区分	成城キャンパス①
開講学期	前期
開講時期	前
曜日・時限	月３
科目種別	講義・演習
単位数	2

講義情報

英語科目名

Japan Studies VIIA

副題

Introduction to Japanese Mass Media

授業の内容

This course examines the unique landscape of Japanese media, with a particular focus on news media and journalism in the modern era. As 2025 promises to be a pivotal year, we will analyze current events to illustrate the distinct roles and characteristics of news media in Japanese society. The curriculum bridges contemporary affairs with historical perspectives to provide a deep understanding of the field.

About the Instructor:
The instructor is a staff writer for a major Japanese newspaper with extensive experience covering Japanese politics and international affairs, including assignments at the United Nations in New York. Drawing on his background in corporate planning and as a former board member of local broadcasters, he offers the perspective of industry insiders regarding the strategies formulated to cope with drastic changes in the global media ecosystem.

到達目標

Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the primary issues, characteristics, and industrial structure of the Japanese news media. This knowledge will provide a practical foundation for living, studying, and conducting research in Japan.

ディプロマポリシーとの関連

学部	大学院
https://www.seijo.ac.jp/about/edu-policies/curriculummap/faculty.html	https://www.seijo.ac.jp/about/edu-policies/curriculummap/graduate.html

授業の方法

Active participation is expected, particularly during in-class discussions.
The course will feature guest speakers from diverse sectors of the Japanese media landscape, including traditional and digital media, advertising agencies, and publishing houses.
Note: The schedule is subject to change based on guest availability.

授業の計画

週	内容
１	Introduction: Why study media in Japan?
２	Media and Humankind: Historical Perspectives
３	Japan and "modern" media
４	What is “Zenkokushi”?
５	Broadcasting Media in Japan
６	Business of media in Japan: dialogue with a guest 1
７	Midterm presentations and discussions
８	Traditional vs. Digital: Dialogue with Guest Speaker 2
９	The GAFA Era: The Impact of the Internet and AI
10	Sports and Society in Japan
11	Covering Japan: dialogue with a guest 3
12	The Future of News: Can it Survive? 1
13	The Future of News: Can it Survive? 2
14	Final presentations and discussions 1
15	Final presentations and discussions 2

授業の計画の補足

Course content may be adjusted to accommodate students' interests and proficiency levels.

課題に対するフィードバックの方法

Feedback will be provided primarily through in-class dialogue and discussion.

授業時間外の学修(予習・復習等)

Preparation and Review:
The instructor places a high value on in-class discussion. At the end of each class, topics for the next session will be announced; students are expected to research and reflect on these subjects beforehand.

1回の授業につき予習・復習あわせて最低4時間の学修が必要となります。
「授業時間外の学修（予習・復習等）」に明記されている想定学修時間の合計が4時間を上回っている場合は、その学修時間を必要とします。

成績評価の基準と方法

成績評価の基準と方法	割合（％）
平常点（授業への参加度等）	30
小テスト
小レポート	30
定期試験
定期試験に代わるレポート
その他（補足欄参照）	40

成績評価の基準と方法の補足

Students are required to deliver presentations to the class. These presentations will include a peer-evaluation component, in which classmates provide feedback and grades.

教科書

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教科書の補足

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参考文献

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履修者への要望

Let’s engage in meaningful discussions and explore these critical topics together!

教員との連絡・相談方法

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