Three Policies

Department of Human Behavior Studies Three Policies

Completion Certification Policy (Diploma Policy)

The Department of Human Behavior (hereafter referred to as "this major") is required to study for a specified period of time and meet the completion requirements stipulated in the course. Master's Degree (Human Behavioral Studies) will be awarded to those who have completed the course and acquired the practical skills to be active in business as a professional.

Curriculum Organization and Implementation Policy (Curriculum Policy)

In order to acquire the research ability and specialized skills listed in the "Diploma Policy", the Department implements classes that incorporate the following educational content and educational methods, and conducts educational evaluations. increase.

1. Education content

(1) Courses to acquire basic knowledge and skills related to human behavior, such as psychology, sociology, and forensic science (“basic courses”); There are three groups of courses: a group of courses for learning how to formulate and methodologies ("core courses"), and a group of courses for on-site research, fieldwork, and practical experience in the field of major ("development courses"). to place
(2) The clinical psychology course systematically arranges the subjects necessary for obtaining qualifications for the examinations for certified psychologists and clinical psychologists.
(3) In the first year, students conduct study and research with a focus on solidifying the foundations of their specialized knowledge and methodology.
(4) In the first year, students will take "Human Behavioral Seminar", and in the first half, they will conduct a literature survey of previous research.In the second half, you will decide your research theme and create a research plan.
(5) In the second year, students will take a "Master's Thesis Guidance" course, and follow a research plan to collect and analyze highly reliable data using objective methods used in behavioral science, such as experiments, surveys, observations, and interviews. You will write your master's thesis while comparing it with your research and adding empirical considerations.
(6) Systematic placement of the subjects required for the Specialized Social Researcher qualification.

2. Teaching method

(1) In the "Fundamental Subjects" and "Core Subjects," students will learn through presentations and discussions.
(2) Students learn about practical issues using the action research method, in which they conduct research while repeating practice and reflection, keeping in mind the fusion of theory and practice.
(3) When writing a master's thesis, receive guidance from your academic advisor according to your research plan, and seek advice from other faculty members at three interim report meetings held in the second half of your first year, June of your second year, and October of your second year. I will accept it.
(4) All research conducted in this department on human subjects must be submitted to the Kansai International University Research Ethics Committee, reviewed, approved, and the research conducted and thesis written.

3. Educational evaluation

(1) Specialized knowledge and skills will be evaluated for each subject, and will also be evaluated by faculty members other than the academic advisor through an oral examination in the final examination.
(2) The master's thesis will be formatively evaluated by a faculty member other than the academic advisor at three interim reporting sessions.
(3) Master's thesis will be presented after a thesis presentation session, followed by five evaluations by faculty members: (1) the significance of the theme; You will be assessed using an evaluation rubric consisting of perspectives and an oral examination.
(4) The president will confer a degree on those who have completed the course.

Admissions Policy

This department seeks individuals with the following abilities and motivation necessary to receive the education set forth in the Diploma Policy and the Curriculum Policy. increase.

1. Have basic knowledge of psychology or sociology.
2. Students will be able to establish a theme and develop a research plan for various issues related to human behavior.
3. Basic English proficiency in psychology or sociology.
4. Has the ability to express problems related to human behavior logically.
5. I have a desire to become a professional who works with people.

Three Policies of Clinical Education Major

Diploma Policy (policy regarding certification of completion)

The Department of Clinical Education (hereinafter referred to as "this department") is required to be enrolled for a specified period of time and meet the completion requirements stipulated in the course. A master's degree (education) will be awarded to those who have acquired practical skills and acquired practical skills to play an active role in an increasingly complex educational environment.

Curriculum Policy

In order to acquire the research ability and specialized skills listed in the Diploma Policy for completion and conferment of degrees, the Department implements classes that incorporate the following educational content and educational methods, and conducts educational evaluations. increase.

1. Education content

(1) Courses for acquiring basic knowledge and skills related to pedagogy and clinical pedagogy (basic courses), further deepening expertise in the field of specialization, and learning how to formulate problems and methodologies that form the basis of practical research There are three groups of courses: a group of courses for conducting research (core courses), and a group of courses for field research, fieldwork, and practical experience in the field of major (expansion courses).
(2) The Special Needs Education Course and the Early Childhood Education Management Course systematically arrange subjects according to each course.
(3) In the first year, students conduct study and research with a focus on solidifying the foundation of their specialized knowledge and methodology.
(4) In the first year, students will take "Human Behavioral Seminar", and in the first half, they will conduct a literature survey of previous research.In the second half, you will decide your research theme and create a research plan.
(5) In the 2nd year (2nd year onwards for users of the long-term course system), take "master's thesis guidance" and follow the research plan, using objective methods such as experiments, surveys, observations, and interviews to gain trust. Students will collect and analyze data with high potential, compare it with previous research, and make empirical considerations while writing their master's thesis.
(6) School teachers and other incumbents who are studying in this major may choose to take a practical research project instead of a master's thesis.In practical research, we aim to conduct practical research that meets the needs of the field, such as guidance case studies and research on the creation of guidance and support systems.
(7) We will systematically arrange the subjects necessary for obtaining a specialized teacher's license.

2. Teaching method

(1) In the "Fundamental Subjects" and "Core Subjects," students will learn through presentations and discussions.
(2) To learn about practical educational issues that schools are facing today, using action research, which involves repeating practice and reflection while keeping in mind the fusion of theory and practice. increase.
(3) When writing a master's thesis, receive guidance from your academic advisor according to your research plan, and seek advice from other faculty members at three interim report meetings held in the second half of your first year, June of your second year, and October of your second year. I will accept it.
(4) All research conducted in this department on human subjects must be submitted to the Kansai International University Research Ethics Committee, reviewed, approved, and the research conducted and thesis written.

3. Educational evaluation

(1) Specialized knowledge and skills will be evaluated for each subject, and will also be evaluated by faculty members other than the academic advisor through an oral examination in the final examination.
(2) The master's thesis will be formatively evaluated by a faculty member other than the academic advisor at three interim reporting sessions.
(3) Master's thesis will be presented after a thesis presentation session, followed by five evaluations by faculty members: (1) the significance of the theme; You will be assessed using an evaluation rubric consisting of perspectives and an oral examination.
(4) The president will confer a degree on those who have completed the course.
(5) Even if you select and take practical research projects, the same evaluations as (1) to (4) will be conducted.

Admissions Policy

This department seeks individuals with the following abilities and motivation necessary to receive the education set forth in the Diploma Policy and the Curriculum Policy. increase.

1. Have basic knowledge of education.
2. Be able to formulate a research plan on themes related to various issues in educational settings.
3. Have basic English proficiency in the field of education.
4. Have the ability to logically express problems in educational settings.
5. Have a desire to acquire specialized knowledge and practical skills that can be used in the field of education.