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Japanese University Students' Perceptions of ELTs from Diverse Backgrounds
No full textEnglish language education possesses significant academic and social value in Japan, with English Language Teachers (ELTs) from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds contributing to increasingly multicultural classrooms. Understanding how this diversity shapes students’ perceptions based on their experiences and expectations is very important but remains underexplored. The primary objective of this mixed-methods study was to explore Japanese university students’ perceptions of ELTs from diverse backgrounds and examine how these perceptions align with ELTs’ own experiences of teaching in Japan. Quantitative data were collected through an online survey distributed to Japanese university students, and qualitative data were obtained through semi-structured interviews with both students and ELTs. The analysis identified several key themes regarding student perceptions and teacher adaptation. Students generally viewed ELTs from diverse backgrounds positively, particularly valuing communicative approaches and intercultural content, though language proficiency differences sometimes hindered understanding. Teacher interviews revealed the complex interplay between their pedagogical choices, socio-cultural adaptation, and awareness of how they are perceived by students. These results echo existing research, highlighting ongoing tensions between internationalization policies and classroom realities. While limited by sample size, the research emphasizes the transformative potential of embracing diverse teacher identities in Japan’s evolving higher education context.departmental bulletin pape
Exploratory Needs Assessment for potential Media Literacy EFL course
No full textThis paper presents an exploratory needs assessment for developing a media literacy curriculum tailored to Japanese ESL learners within the context of increasingly complex digital media environments. Recognizing the transformative impact of modern communication technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), the study emphasizes the necessity for learners to develop critical media competencies to navigate misinformation, evaluate sources, and engage with diverse media formats effectively. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates quantitative surveys of students and teachers with qualitative interviews of teachers and media literacy experts, aiming to identify existing gaps in digital literacy, AI literacy, and critical thinking skills among the target population. Findings reveal that students demonstrate moderate media literacy, with potential deficiencies in analytical skills and AI literacy levels. Additionally, students predominantly favor audiovisual media, primarily social media and online videos, but show limited engagement with traditional sources such as newspapers. Teachers were found to employ various strategies to promote critical thinking, including source evaluation and analysis of cultural perspectives. Experts concur that authentic materials and discussions fostering multi-perspective analysis are essential for cultivating media literacy. Furthermore, the study discusses technological challenges, notably technostress among educators, which hampers the effective integration of digital tools. Addressing these issues through targeted training and support is deemed vital to ensure sustainable implementation. Overall, the paper advocates for a curriculum that bridges literacy gaps, integrates AI comprehension, emphasizes critical evaluation, and adopts technology thoughtfully to mitigate educator burden. By doing so, the paper aims to equip Japanese EFL students with essential skills to critically interpret, evaluate, and ethically engage with digital media in an AI-influenced landscape, fostering informed global citizens and improved language proficiency in the digital age.departmental bulletin pape
精神科看護師における感情体験の特徴について －感情労働の視点とそのサポートの可能性－
No full text本研究では、精神科看護師へのインタビュー調査を通して、①精神科看護師が抱く陰性感情、②感情労働、③病棟文化、④心理職のサポートの可能性という4つの点から看護師の感情の様相を検討し、同じ職場で働く心理職として看護師へのメンタルヘルスについてどのようなサポートが求められているか考察することを目的とした。その結果、陰性感情が生じる要因から感情ワークが生じ、感情労働が構成される流れ、患者のケアに影響を与える病棟文化のあり方、心理職との連携を望むこと、看護師としてのアイデンティティの形成などが相互に影響し合うことが明らかになった。そして、心理職による可能な支援として、①メンタルヘルスの相談を希望する看護師を外部の相談機関につなぐリファーとしての役割、②患者対応に関するコンサルテーション、③看護師の心の支えとなるアイデンティティ形成のための他職種連携といった役割が求められていることが明らかになった。departmental bulletin pape
『ロシア政治における権力の垂直構造－「利益集団」論からみるノメンクラトゥーラ・「オリガルヒ」・「シロビキ」－』
No full textソ連から現代ロシアに至るまで、ロシア政治は常に特定の利益集団の影響下にあった。ソ連時代は「ノメンクラトゥーラ」が権力を独占し、利益を得ていた。ゴルバチョフの改革はこの体制を打破する試みだったが、「ノメンクラトゥーラ」は私有化や新制度を利用して経済的利権を掌握する契機となった。エリツィン期は、「ノメンクラトゥーラ」に代わって「オリガルヒ」が台頭した。「オリガルヒ」はメディアや金融を支配してエリツィン政権を支えたが、同時に政治の不安定化を招いた。プーチン期は「シロビキ」がプーチンに働きかけ、「オリガルヒ」を排除し、権力基盤を確立した。「シロビキ」は「オリガルヒ」から国家安全保障を名目にメディアやエネルギー産業などを奪取し、利益を拡大した。こうしてロシア政治は、ソ連期の「ノメンクラトゥーラ」からエリツィン期の「オリガルヒ」の政治支配を経て、プーチン期で「シロビキ」優位の体制へと変容した。departmental bulletin pape
『維摩経文疏』からみる天台智顗の煩悩観 ―――三惑の再検討―――
No full text本論文では、智顗『維摩経文疏』を研究対象として、天台智顗の煩悩観についての特徴を明らかにすることを目的とする。今日に至るまで継承されている天台智顗の煩悩論では界内の煩悩は見思惑、界外の煩悩は塵沙惑と無明惑とされているが、『維摩経文疏』の記述をみると、「界外にも見思惑が存在している」と受け取れる表現が存在していた。そこで『維摩経文疏』とその他の智顗の著作を比較しながら検討した結果、界内・界外どの範囲においても見思惑・塵沙惑・無明惑が存在していることが明らかになった。departmental bulletin pape
Content and English Teachers’ Collaboration on Students’ Writing in Ghana
No full textThis study investigates the role of teacher collaboration between English Language and content instructors (particularly social studies) in enhancing essay writing skills among students in Ghanaian Grade ‘C’ senior high schools. Using a qualitative approach, data were gathered from 284 participants, including 261 students, 13 English teachers, 9 Social Studies teachers, and 3 Heads of Departments. Methods of data collection included Google Form questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and analysis of curriculum documents. A central focus of the study was to examine how different stakeholders perceive cross-curricular collaboration and the impact on students’ writing development. Findings revealed notable variation in perspectives across the three participant groups. English teachers acknowledged the importance of integrating content knowledge into writing instruction but expressed concerns about time constraints and lack of institutional support. Social studies teachers recognized the relevance of writing skills but viewed essay instruction as primarily the responsibility of English teachers. Heads of Departments, on the other hand, emphasized the need for coordinated efforts but noted the absence of formal structures to facilitate such collaboration. Despite these differing views, all groups agreed that cross-disciplinary alignment could improve writing outcomes. The study concludes by recommending structured, school-wide collaboration as a practical and necessary step toward improving writing proficiency and bridging subject-area divides.departmental bulletin pape
Association between perfectionist tendencies and school avoidance behaviors/emotions, and the influence of the school morale and a sense of authenticity
No full text本研究では、不登校の予防的支援に役立つ知見を得ることを目的として、不登校になる前に生じると推測される登校回避行動、登校回避感情に対し、完全主義傾向がどのように影響を与えているのかを検討した。また、完全主義傾向と登校回避行動・感情の関連に対して、学校生活意欲および本来感がどのように作用しているのか、いずれの検討も大学生を対象に量的研究を行った。その結果、完全主義傾向と登校回避行動・感情の関連において、男性では教員との関係性が、女性では親の期待の高さが自身の行動に対する不安を通して、登校回避行動・感情に影響を及ぼすことが示唆された。また、男性において高い目標を持つ場合、女性において学習意欲が高い場合には登校回避行動・感情が低減することが示唆された。departmental bulletin pape
Doctrinal Classification in Xue Tiantai Zong Famen Dayi: With a Focus on the Reception of Jingxi Zhanran's Teaching
No full text本稿は、松森［2022］において取りあげた『学天台宗法門大意』の教学説に関する継続的な研究である。『学天台宗法門大意』は、貞観20 年（804）に、天台山において最澄が行満の著述を筆録したとされる文献であり、伝承通り本書が最澄による行満の著作の筆録であるならば、中国において成立した天台宗の教義に関する一種の綱要書であり、注目すべき文献といえる。本書に関して、これまでの研究では、『学天台宗法門大意』は、行満が伝統説を受容するだけで特徴的な教判説はないとする説（中里［1934］・池田［1975］）や、逆に本書には行満独自の教判説があるとする説（田島［1936］・小寺［1975］）が提示されている。本稿では、『学天台宗法門大意』の特徴的な教判説を取りあげ、それらの教判説の思想的な背景について考察し、そこに行満の師である荊溪湛然の学説が継承されている点を確認した。したがって、行満が師である湛然の説を受容したという点では、行満が伝統説を受容したという先行研究の見解は妥当といえる。ただし、行満が受容した湛然の説が伝統説である
といえるかはより検討が必要である。This paper examines the doctrinal classification（ 教判説） in Xue Tiantai Zong Famen Dayi（ 学天台宗法門大意）, a text attributed to Xingman（ 行満） Focusing on Xingman’s reception of teachings from Jingxi Zhanran（ 荊溪 湛然）, a key figure in the revival of Chinese Tiantai Buddhism, this study analyzes how Xingman’s framework reflects a process of standardization and reinterpretation among Zhanran’s followers. The paper argues that while Xingman’s doctrine closely aligns with Zhanran’s system, it raises questions about whether Zhanran’s teachings can be considered “traditional” in relation to earlier Tiantai figures. By situating the text within Tang dynasty scholasticism, the study contributes to understanding doctrinal transmission in medieval East Asian Buddhism.departmental bulletin pape
The Current State of Family Education for Young Children
Full text linkThe purpose of the study was to clarify the current situation and issues by focusing on the experiences of young children in their homes and communities, which are the foundation for their growth. As a result, we found that “shrinking household size” decreases opportunities for children to learn and realize how to live with consideration for others, that “convenient life” makes it difficult for children to encounter situations that enhance their sense of self-usefulness and nurture their moral development, and that “change in play” means that children lose opportunities to grow while gaining a variety of emotional experiences with a diverse range of friends. The “change in play” has resulted in the loss of opportunities for children to grow while gaining a variety of emotional experiences with a diverse group of friends.departmental bulletin pape