講義名 Work and Family in JapanⅠ ≪□第一部≫
講義開講時期 前期
曜日・時限 水4
単位数 2

担当教員
氏名
小笠原 祐子

学習目標(到達目標) 1.Students will obtain understanding of the Japanese employment system in transition.
2.Students will become familiar with basic Japanese statistics on labor.
3.Students will be able to compare Japanese statistics with those of other industrialized nations.
授業概要(教育目的) The aim of this course is to examine the distinctive features of work and workplace in contemporary Japan and to understand their implications for Japanese family life.
授業計画表
 
項目内容
第1回GuidanceIntroduction to the course
第2回Labor force participation(1)Will draw graphs indicating labor force participation of Japan and selected countries.
【Preparation】
Review your notes from the previous lesson. If anything is unclear to you, please do not hesitate to ask the instructor. You are expected to do the same for each lesson.
第3回Labor force participation(2)Will compare labor force participation rate among various countries and prefectures.
第4回The Japanese employment system(1)Will review the characteristics of the Japanese employement system.
第5回The Japanese employment system(2)Will examine the implications of the Japanese employment system for the Japanese welfare regime.
第6回The Japanese employment system(2)Will analyze aspects of the Japanese employment system that are changing and those that remain unchanged.
第7回Wage differentials(1)Will compare wage differentials between male and female workers
第8回Wage differentials(2)Will compare wage differentials between standard and non-standard employees.
第9回Equality measures(1)Will review the Equal Employment Opportunity Law and its impact on women's employment.
第10回Equality measures(2)Will examine various affirmative/positive action measures.
第11回Equality measures(3)Will examine and compare childcare policies among selected countries.
第12回Presentation(1)Group research and presentation.
第13回Presentation(2)Group research and presentation.
第14回Comfirmation of students' comprehensionSummary of central issues.
第15回SummarySummary
授業形式 Attention will be given to ensure a good mix of lecture by the instructor and class discussion. Students will be given ample opportunities to express their ideas in English. Students will also be given an opportunity to conduct small research in a group and present materials in the class.
評価方法
定期試験 レポート 小テスト 講義態度
(出席)
その他 合計
0% 0% 50% 30% 20% 100%
評価の特記事項 Others (20%) will base on participation in class discussion and presentation.
テキスト We will be using copied materials.
参考文献 Supplementary readings will be introduced during the class.
オフィスアワー(授業相談) Please make an appointment with the instructor before or after the class.
事前学習の内容など,学生へのメッセージ Must be willing to read and speak in English. Recommended for students interested in studying abroad.