Course title
Y02500031
Political Science

 HUANG BIN
Middle-level Diploma Policy (mDP)
Program / Major mDP Goals
Department of Design Engineering A 幅広い教養を身につけ、多様性を理解し、世界的な視点から多面的に物事を考えることができる。
Purpose of class
The purpose of this course is to enable students to understand the fundamental concepts and theories of political science and to develop the ability to articulate their own views on contemporary political issues. The course also aims to cultivate analytical and critical thinking skills in examining political phenomena and to provide a foundation for understanding political developments in both international and local contexts.
Course description
This course provides students with foundational knowledge in political science as part of their general education. Students will learn basic political concepts and theories and deepen their understanding of the role and impact of politics in contemporary society. Through the study of political thought, political institutions, elections, and international politics, students will analyze political phenomena from multiple perspectives and develop critical analytical skills.
Goals and objectives
  1. Acquiring foundational knowledge in political science and understanding diverse perspectives on politics, enabling them to think critically and from a global, multifaceted viewpoint.
  2. Understand and explain fundamental concepts and theories of political science.
  3. Analyze political phenomena and examine them critically.
  4. Express their own opinions on contemporary political issues.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 Acquiring foundational knowledge in political science and understanding diverse perspectives on politics, enabling them to think critically and from a global, multifaceted viewpoint. Understand and explain fundamental concepts and theories of political science. Analyze political phenomena and examine them critically. Express their own opinions on contemporary political issues. Total.
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Evaluation method and criteria
Class participation and assignment completion::30%
Report: 30%
Examination: 40%
The required self-study time outside of class is 2650 minutes, and failure to meet this requirement will result in a failing grade.
Language
Japanese
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Introduction
Course overview, objectives, and evaluation methods. What is political science? 		Read the syllabus and preview Chapter 1 of the textbook. 180minutes
2. Basic Concepts of Politics
Power, the state, sovereignty, democracy, and other fundamental concepts. 		Study fundamental concepts such as power, the state, sovereignty, and democracy. 180minutes
3. History of Political Thought
Major political thinkers and their ideas from antiquity to the modern period. 		Preview major political thinkers and their ideas from antiquity to modernity. 180minutes
4. Contemporary Political Thought
Liberalism, conservatism, socialism, and other modern political ideologies. 		Study contemporary political ideologies such as liberalism, conservatism, and socialism. 180minutes
5. Political Institutions
Comparison of parliamentary systems, presidential systems, federal systems, and others. 		Preview political institutions, including parliamentary, presidential, and federal systems. 180minutes
6. Elections and Voting Systems
Types of electoral systems and analysis of voting behavior. 		Study types of electoral systems and voting systems. 180minutes
7. Midterm Report
Report to assess understanding of course content. 		Review and summarize learned content. 180minutes
8. Political Parties and Interest Groups
The role of political parties and the influence of interest groups. 		Preview the role of political parties and the influence of interest groups. 180minutes
9. Media and Politics
The role and impact of media in politics. 		Study the impact of media on politics 180minutes
10. International Politics
Foundations of international relations and major theories of international politics. 		Preview the foundations of international relations and major international political theories. 180minutes
11. Globalization and Politics
The impact of globalization on states and regions. 		Study the impact of globalization on states and regions. 180minutes
12. Politics and the Economy
The interaction between politics and the economy and the policy-making process. 		Preview the interaction between politics and the economy and the policy-making process. 180minutes
13. Contemporary Political Issues
Environmental issues, migration, terrorism, and other current political challenges. 		Study contemporary political issues such as environmental problems, migration, and terrorism. 250minutes
14. Conclusion
Course review and final examination. 		Consolidate and summarize course content. 250minutes
Total. - - 2660minutes
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
Reference materials:
『教養としての政治学入門』（成蹊大学法学部編、筑摩書房、2019年、ISBN 9784480072115）
『政治・経済用語集』（政治・経済教育研究会編、山川出版社、2023年、ISBN 9784634051140）
Prerequisites
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Students are encouraged to ask questions and seek advice during class.
  • If consultation outside of class is unavoidable, inquiries will be handled via email or Zoom.
Regionally-oriented
Regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
Active-learning course
About half of the 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
  • 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
  • 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
  • 5.GENDER EQUALITY
  • 8.DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
  • 10.REDUCED INEQUALITIES
  • 16.PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS
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