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Kansai University of International Studies High School-University Collaboration Project

We aim to send out into the world human beings who can independently and actively carve out their own lives while respecting others.
Specifically, based on Hamana Yamate Gakuin's educational mission of enabling students to practice the "three Cs": Communication (information gathering, dialogue, and dissemination), Consideration (deliberation, reflection, and compassion), and Commitment (participation and contribution), we will develop high school-university connection and collaboration projects that aim to help high school students grow into independent learners.

Message from the head of the high school-university collaboration office

High school students will experience university learning and become aware of what kind of world awaits them beyond their daily studies, and what kind of attitude they should have in approaching the studies in front of them. In addition, in this process, the faculty and staff of high schools and universities will connect and explore ways to better cooperate. I believe that these are the major goals and significance of high school-university cooperation.
This year marks the fifth year since the High School-University Collaboration Center (now the High School-University Collaboration Office), a department specializing in high school-university collaboration, was established at our university. To date, we have implemented various collaborations with many high schools. In 2024, we will have implemented over 100 high school-university collaboration projects, and the number of high schools with which we continue to collaborate is also increasing. In addition, as the chair of the High School-University Collaboration Committee of the Hyogo Kobe University Consortium, our university also plays a leading role in high school-university collaboration among universities in Hyogo Prefecture.
This "List of Knowledge" was created to help high school students better understand the educational content of Kansai University of International Studies and to utilize our knowledge in high school education. It embodies the passionate desire of our faculty and staff to be of some help to high schools. This year, we have updated the "List of Knowledge" to make it easier for high school students to use. In addition to lists by department, we have also categorized it into lists by SDG goals and skill classes, making it easier to find courses and support that meet your needs. We hope you will take a look and search for the content you would like your high school students to experience.
Due to the schedules of university faculty members' classes, research, and meetings, we may not be able to fully meet the requests of high schools, but we will coordinate collaboration in a form that meets as close as possible to your requests, considering not only face-to-face but also online collaboration styles. We hope to promote better high school-university collaboration with all high school students. Please make use of this service.

Tetsuo Maeda, Director of the High School-University Collaboration Office, Kansai University of International Studies

About the "Knowledge List"

The "List of Knowledge" is a list of classes taught by various faculty members at Kansai University of International Studies, with content aimed at high school students.
The List of Knowledge includes a [List of Trial Classes (by Faculty and Department)] centered on the teaching content of each faculty and department, a [List of Skills Classes] focused on developing skills to deepen inquiry and group activities, and now, newly added, a [List of Courses that can be used in career selection classes] and a [List of Courses for high school teachers].

Image of high school-university collaboration projects as envisioned by our university

This booklet's [List of Trial Classes (by Faculty and Department)] and [List of Skills Classes by Step of Inquiry Classes] are the essence of educational activities at Kansai International University. As shown in the image below, we hope you will use and refer to them at each stage of your high school studies.

Download the "List of Knowledge" here (PDF)

Download the "List of Knowledge" here (EXCEL)

List of trial classes (list by department)

It can be used for career learning in high school. For example, from the class contents on the list, you can ask questions such as ``What kind of learning awaits me at university?'' ``What kind of content will I learn in the undergraduate department?'' Please use it when you need additional knowledge.
You can also search in the main areas of inquiry.

No.1: Career education
No.2: Areas related to urban development
No.3: Environmental field
No.4: International Understanding
No.5: Information-related fields
No.6: Tradition and Culture
No.7: Nursing, welfare and health fields
No.8: Education-related fields
No.9: Education-related fields
No.10: Other

List of trial lessons (by faculty and department)

Inquiry class list of skills by step

Classes that enable students to deepen research and research on topic content, lectures that specialize in acquiring effective methods for deepening the thinking necessary for proceeding with inquiry classes, methods for enhancing communication, and skills for deepening the power of communication. have been classified.

How to set assignments/themes/how to come up with ideas
Lectures on how to collect and collect information
Lectures on how to organize, analyze, summarize, and consider (thesis guidance for high school students, how to write reports)
Lectures for disseminating and sharing information (how to give presentations)

List of Skill Lessons by Inquiry Lesson Steps

How to apply

Trial Lesson/Skill Lesson Application Form (EXCEL)

Comprehensive Inquiry Time Application Form (EXCEL)

Trial Lesson/Skill Lesson Application Form (PDF)

Comprehensive Inquiry Time Application Form (PDF)

1. Request application (from high school to university)

Please let us know as early as possible, at least two months in advance (negotiable).
Please fill in the necessary items on the application form (experience class, skill improvement class, or comprehensive inquiry class) and submit it by fax or email.

We also accept advance consultations for requests, so if you let us know what you would like to implement, the university can make suggestions.

2. Examination and decision of request details

Based on the content of your application, we will consider whether it is possible to accept it at the university.

We will contact you with details about your request and make adjustments accordingly.

3. Notification of results

We will inform the person in charge of the high school about the implementation decision.

If it is difficult to arrange the desired teacher, we may consult with the high school to suggest a theme, content, etc. If it meets your wishes, the class will be held.
Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your request as our university's classes and academic schedule take priority.

4.Creation of request documents (high school)

Please prepare two types of request documents, one for the president and one for the lecturer, and send them to the high school-university collaboration office.

5. Confirm details

After a decision has been made, a meeting will be held with the instructor in charge or at the high school/university collaboration office to discuss the day's operation, lecture content, schedule, and other details.

Preparation for the class (we will contact you regarding advance preparations such as final confirmation of equipment to be used, lecture materials, and number of participants)

Other

It is possible to consult about the format of the class, such as group work.In addition, students may be required to complete reports and assignments during class.In some cases, we may ask you to complete a questionnaire after the class.