Course title
Course description
This course provides opportunity for students to learn and think about solving problems while working with students from other universities. Typically, problems statements regarding environmental problems will be prepared by professors. Students are required to discuss and formulate solutions before proceeding to conducting experimental works or fieldwork.
Purpose of class
The main objective of this course is to develop problem solving skills when working with various problems faced by global communities.
Goals and objectives
  1. Develop problem-solving skills: students develop the skills they need to identify, analyze, and solve problems in any setting.
  2. Enhance critical thinking skills: As students work through problems, students need to think critically about the information they have, evaluate different solutions, and come up with the best possible answer.
  3. Foster collaboration skills: this course helps students develop the skills they need to collaborate effectively with others, such as communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

Assignments Final Presentation Final Report Total.
1. 10% 10% 10% 30%
2. 10% 10% 10% 30%
3. 10% 15% 15% 40%
Total. 30% 35% 35% -
Language
English
Class schedule

Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Gather information about the presented problem and communicate in English Collect information about the project theme 90minutes
2. Conduct literature investigation to collect data regarding the problem Organize information collected 90minutes
3. Evaluate possible solutions from the set problems Summarize outcomes of class activity 90minutes
4. Exchange ideas with international group members Summarize outcomes of class activity 90minutes
5. Compile information required to solve problems Organize information collected 90minutes
6. Prepare presentation materials for midterm presentation in English Prepare presentation materials 90minutes
7. Conduct midterm presentation for ideas and possible solutions to professors Summarize presentation materials 90minutes
8. Conduct investigation or experimentation to collect data regarding the problem (1) Organize data collected 180minutes
9. Conduct investigation or experimentation to collect data regarding the problem (2) Organize data collected 180minutes
10. Analyze data obtained from experimentation Organize data collected 90minutes
11. Discuss among groups based on the data obtained Summarize outcomes of class activity 90minutes
12. Prepare materials for final presentation Prepare presentation materials 90minutes
13. Conduct final presentation to share final outcome from the problem based activities Summarize presentation materials 90minutes
14. Prepare report on the activities from beginning to the end of the course Prepare final report 90minutes
Total. - - 1440minutes
Evaluation method and criteria
Students will be evaluated based on teamwork, active communication and effort through group activities, presentations and reports. The minimum score to pass this course is 60.
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
授業内と授業外でフィードバックを行います。 中間発表会におけるディスカッション、日々の取り組みで生じる疑問や課題に対し、必要に応じて相談を受け付け、アドバイスを行っている。
Textbooks and reference materials
Textbooks and reference materials relevant to the theme of problem presented.
Prerequisites
Students who got credit of Global Project Based Learning 1 can attend this class.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Office hours are from 9am to 5pm.
Regionally-oriented
Regional Cooperation PBL
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
Active-learning course
Most classes are interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
N/A N/A
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 1.NO POVERTY
  • 2.ZERO HUNGER
  • 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
  • 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
  • 5.GENDER EQUALITY
  • 6.CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
  • 7.AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
  • 8.DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
  • 10.REDUCED INEQUALITIES
  • 11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
  • 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
  • 13.CLIMATE ACTION
  • 14.LIFE BELOW WATER
  • 15.LIFE ON LAND
  • 16.PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS
  • 17.PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS
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