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Release of the 23rd FD Forum Report

We are pleased to announce the release of the report of the 23rd FD Forum held on March 3 and 4, 2018 “The Past and Future of FD ~Thinking about FD from Various Angles~”. Click on each item to view the PDF data.
The 24th FD Forum will be held on March 2 and 3, 2019 at Ritsumeikan University’s Kinugasa Campus. Details of the event will be announced on the website by early December.

 

Day 1: Saturday, March 3, 2018

　Opening Remarks
　symposium The past and future of FDs ~Thinking about FDs from various angles~

 

Day 2: Sunday, March 4, 2018

Session 1 Student Facilitator/Student Assistant: Collaborative Classes and Learning Opportunities: Practical Examples and Future Visions
Session 2 What’s going on? What are you going to do? Evaluation of each practical training: nursing training, welfare training, education, qualification training-
Subcommittee 3 Perspectives on Liberal Arts Education
Session 4 Design and Operation of Cross-Sectional Programs for Cultivating Science Literacy: Focusing on Statistics Education, Integrated Science Experiments, and Practical Exchange Site Models
Subcommittee 5 Evaluation to grasp higher-order abilities ~Thinking about what kind of evaluation is suitable for capturing what kind of ability, including task creation~
Session 6 Effects of Fieldwork in Experiential and Practical Learning and Operational Issues
Session 7 Information Security Education: Liberal Arts Education, Specialized Education
Session 8 What is the “exit” of a university?: Liberal Arts, Citizenship, Career, and Human Education
Session 9 Organizational operation and practice of PBL
Session 10 The Future of Regional Qualification Education Programs and Regional Cooperation
Session 11 Thinking about Student Performance Evaluation: Focusing on Engineering and Pharmacy Education
Session 12 Business and Undergraduate Seminar Activities
Poster Session

 

University Consortium Kyoto FD Project
TEL 075-353-9163　FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

【For Faculty and Staff】2018 IR Forum (July 29)

≪Information on the expiration of capacity and waiting list≫

We had expanded the capacity from the originally planned 150 to 220 people, but since the number of applications has reached the capacity, we have closed the application.
We apologize for any inconvenience we may have received from those who have been considering applying, and thank you for your patience.

* Although there are a few people, we are accepting waiting lists until July 23 (Monday).
* For those who have registered on the waiting list but could not prepare a seat,
After the forum, we will send you the handouts on the day.

 


The University Consortium Kyoto will hold an IR Forum in collaboration with Liacec Co., Ltd.

With the number of 18-year-olds declining and the severe environment known as the “2018 Problem,” management reform is an urgent issue for universities, and many universities are implementing a wide variety of management strategies. Similarly, in education and classes, which are the cornerstone of university management, many universities are conducting research and trial and error on how to visualize learning outcomes and how to link the data obtained from these results to class improvement.

Therefore, in this forum, Mr. Kobayashi, the editor-in-chief of “College Management” in his keynote speech and the director of the Recruit Research Institute for Academic Advancement, who is well versed in university management reform and educational reform, will talk about how to proceed with management reform through IR in the future and how important educational reform is in this context. We will introduce practical examples of management reform based on the PDCA cycle based on management data, as well as specific efforts to improve education in response to issues that have emerged from the visualization of learning outcomes. In the second half of the panel discussion, we will delve into more specific content.

2018 IR Forum

A transformative university! Changing
Organizations and Education from Visualization of Learning Outcomes and Management Data ~Synergy and Practice of Classroom Improvement and Management Reform Using IR~


Date & Time: Sunday, July 29, 2018 13:00~17:00 (Doors open at 12:30)

Venue: Campus Plaza Kyoto, 5th floor, Lecture Room 1

Capacity: 150 ⇒ 220 (first-come, first-served basis)
* Due to popular demand, the capacity has been expanded.

Participation fee: Free

Eligibility: Faculty and staff of universities, junior colleges, vocational schools, etc.
* In particular, those who are involved in university management, educational reform, FD and educational development, IR and inspection evaluation, career education, etc.

Organizers: Liasec Co., Ltd., University Consortium Kyoto

The program includes:

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　The 18-year-old population is declining! Practical Measures
for University Management Reform Under Pressure ~Survival Strategies in the Age of University Selection~

Director of Recruit Research Institute for Academic Advancement / Editor-in-Chief of Recruit College Management
Hiroshi Kobayashi
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　A management system and two IRs to materialize the management plan
~Until we achieved an increase in the number of applicants for 12 consecutive years~

Fukuoka Institute of Technology Executive Director
Tadahiko Otani
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　Verification and Improvement of Educational Effectiveness of Active Learning Classes ~What we saw from the verification of the educational effects of each type of student using the measurement results of generic skills~

Meisei University, Faculty of Economics, Department of Economics, Specially Appointed Professor
Masaaki Hatano

　≪Panel Discussion≫
The significance of management reform and educational reform and what is necessary to realize it

Coordinator: Professor Masayuki Murakami, Faculty of Foreign Studies, Kyoto University of Foreign Studies



Flyer

 

How to apply

●WEB application: Please apply from the application site (external link)

●Fax application: Please apply using the application form on the flyer

 

Inquiries about IR Forum

Liasec Corporation
TEL:03-6823-6138

【Information】2018 Kyoto College University Relay Course (7/28 (Sat) Otani University)

The University Consortium Kyoto conducts the “Kyoto College University Relay Course,” which is a relay of open lectures at member universities and junior colleges.
We would like to inform you that the course will be held as follows.

Even those who feel that the threshold for multiple consecutive courses is high can easily participate as an opportunity to come into contact with and experience university courses.
There is no application or course fee. We look forward to your visit.

Encounter with this application ~ Through Shinran ~
Akinobu Fujishima (Professor, Department of Shinshu Buddhism, Faculty of Letters, Otani University)

Date & Time: Saturday, July 28, 2018 13:30~15:00 (Reception 13:00~)
Place: Campus Plaza Kyoto (about a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station, Shimogyo-ku, Nishitoin Shiokoji)
Lecture Room 2 on the 4th floor
Capacity: 250 (no application required, first-come, first-served basis)
Participation fee: Free

Outline of the course

Lecture at Otani University
Course Summary: Meeting Shinran meant a lot to him. Meet the Dharma, meet the Nembutsu,
I met Amida Buddha’s main wish. Shinran’s way of life changed greatly due to his encounter.
I would like to ask you about the significance of such an encounter with this application in Shinran.

◆ [Reference]: 2018 University Relay Course Flyer

TOEFL iBT® Test Skill Improvement Seminar held on June 17

We will hold a free one-day TOEFL iBT test score improvement seminar for students from member universities.


　　“TOEFL iBT® Test Skill Improvement Seminar”

Following last year’s score-up seminar, CIEE, the TOEFL test Japan office, and the University Consortium Kyoto will hold a preparatory seminar by ETS-certified trainers for university students who are considering taking the TOEFL iBT test (limited to students belonging to member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto).
This is a seminar for beginners, so if you want to know how to study and prepare for this summer, please join us.

There is no participation fee, and we will distribute the “TOEFL Test Prep Planner” prepared by ETS as a reference for preparing for the exam. Please note that it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.



* Registration for this seminar has been closed due to the capacity being reached.



　　　　　　

The TOEFL test is the most widely accepted English language test in the world, and more than 9,000 institutions in 130 countries, including almost all universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, use TOEFL test scores as proof of English proficiency, admission, recommendation, scholarships, and graduation.
In addition, more than 30 million people around the world have taken the test so far, making it an indispensable test for students who aspire to study abroad. In Japan, it is used as a guide for internal credit recognition at educational institutions, preferential treatment for entrance examinations, and selection for overseas dispatch.

Click here for seminar overview→ 2018 TOEFL Seminar Flyer

Date & Time:

Sunday, June 17, 2018 10:00~13:00 (Doors open at 9:30~)

Venue:

Campus Plaza Kyoto, 4th Floor, Lecture Room 4

Target:

・Students who belong to a member university of the University Consortium Kyoto

・Those who are just starting to study for the TOEFL iBT test or those who have recently started

・ Those who have taken exams and want to know how to study effectively

Capacity:

50

Lecturer:

ETS Certified Trainer Dr. Kei Kawanishi (Lecturer, Mukogawa Women’s University)

Contents:

– Preparation of Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing sections

– How to study for the TOEFL iBT test (especially during summer vacation)

・Introduction of TOEFL iBT test-specific questions and teaching materials

 

Co-organizer: University Consortium Kyoto

Inquiries

International Educational Exchange Council (CIEE) TOEFL Division, Delegation of Japan
Email: seminar■cieej.or.jp (Please change ■ to @)

TOEFL

 

< I was presented with a letter of appreciation > the internship.

We are pleased to present you with a certificate of appreciation!



As the 2018 academic year marks the 20th anniversary of the Foundation’s internship program, the University Consortium Kyoto is pleased to present the following letters of appreciation to the companies and organizations that have been working hard to accept students for their understanding over the years.

■ Companies and organizations that accept certificates of appreciation (in order of honorifics and IDs)
No. course Company Name
1 Business & Public The Westin Miyako Kyoto
2 Business & Public SRM Corporation
3 Business & Public Kyoto Shinkin Bank
4 Business & Public Kyoto Central Shinkin Bank
5 Business & Public Kyoto Broadcasting Co., Ltd.
6 Business & Public JIIKE Kyoto Corporation
7 Business & Public Maruzen Junkudo Bookstore Kyoto
8 Business & Public Choei Corporation
9 Business & Public Tomitaya Corporation
10 Business & Public Toshio Nakamura Law Office
11 Business & Public Hotel Granvia Osaka Co., Ltd.
12 Business & Public Uji City Hall
13 Business & Public Kyoto
14 Business & Public Kyoto Prefectural Government
15 Business & Public Shiga Prefectural Government
16 Business & Public Nagaokakyo City Hall
17 Business & Public Daiichi Corporation
18 Business & Public Aozora Printing Co., Ltd.
19 progress Kyoto Prefectural Board of Education
20 Business & Public Kyoto Women’s University
21 Business & Public Doshisha University
22 Business & Public Ritsumeikan University
23 Business & Public Kyoto Bunkyo University
24 Business & Public Sankyo Seiki Corporation
25 Business & Public Sekihiro Corporation
26 Business & Public Hana Kobo Co., Ltd.
27 Business & Public Aoi General Insurance Co., Ltd.
28 Business & Public Being Inc.
29 Business & Public Artom Inc.
30 Business & Public Kyoto University of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
31 Business & Public Kyoto University
32 Business & Public Etre Communications Inc.


 

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Internship Project Promotion Office
TEL 075-353-9106　FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

2018 Recruitment of Companies Accepting Paid Internships for International Students (Organizer: International Student Study Kyoto Network)

2018 Recruitment of Companies Accepting Paid Internships for International Students

International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto)

Since 2016, the International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: Kyoto International Affairs Department, University Consortium) has been offering a paid internship program for international students living in the Kyoto area. From this year, we will be looking for companies that can accept international students for this internship program. We are looking forward to receiving applications from Kyoto companies that are interested in hiring international students in the future.

*For more information on the International Student Study Kyoto Network, please refer to https://www.studykyoto.jp/ja/aboutus/ here.
* Flyer for accepting companies

Purpose and Features

This program provides opportunities for international students living in the Kyoto area who are aiming to find employment at Japan companies to deepen their understanding of the business content and attractiveness of companies in the Kyoto area (especially mid-tier enterprises and small and medium-sized enterprises) through work experience, and aims to promote their motivation to recruit and find employment through mutual understanding between international students and companies, and to establish international students in the Kyoto area after employment. International students can take responsibility for their work by receiving a certain amount of remuneration for the work. For host companies, there are various benefits such as revitalizing the company by accepting international students, accumulating experience in accepting foreign employees, and PR to international students.

Eligible companies

30 small and medium-sized enterprises headquartered in the Kyoto area that can be accepted by offices in the Kyoto area.
* We are looking forward to receiving applications from companies that agree with the “Appendix About Accepting Companies”.

* We expect to accept about 1~2 people from each company, but depending on the matching situation between the company and the international student, we may not be able to accept the student, so we appreciate your understanding.

Eligible International Students

Students who are enrolled in a school that is a member of the International Student Study Kyoto Network and are scheduled to graduate or complete their school in March 2020. (Students who wish to graduate or complete the course in March or September 2019 are not excluded.)

* Includes those enrolled in vocational schools and those enrolled in Japanese schools who have graduated or completed higher education institutions in their home countries.

* For participating international students, we will check their Japanese language proficiency and motivation to work in Japan, and conduct preliminary training on business etiquette and compliance before dispatching.

[Last year’s results]　Dispatch of 37 international students to 25 host companies

Period of employment

Early August 2018 ~ Late September 2018 (80 hours or more during the summer vacation period for international students)

* For details such as the actual period of employment, such as activities outside the status of residence of international students, please consult with the person in charge of the temporary staffing agency.

Acceptance Criteria

This is a paid internship based on a worker dispatch contract.

Company bears: Dispatch fee (¥1,150 per hour), student transportation fee (actual cost up to ¥1,000 per day) * Once the dispatched international student is confirmed, a worker dispatch contract will be concluded with the operator (dispatch company) that will outsource the operation of this project. As a result, there is no need for social insurance and other procedures at the host company.

Flow after applying for participation of the host company

After applying for participation in this program, the operator (temporary staffing company) that outsources the operation of this program will proceed with specific administrative procedures such as a dispatch contract.

(1) Notification from the Secretariat of confirmation of the participation of the host company (by May 20, 2018)

(2) Exchange meetings between host companies and international students

You will be asked to answer questions from international students about your business and the work you are in charge of. After the exchange meeting, international students submit their wishes to the secretariat of the company where they will work for the internship.
There were no applications from international students to companies that did not participate in the exchange event last year. If you are a company that wishes to accept us, please be sure to participate.

Date & Time: Saturday, June 2, 2018 12:00~16:00

Venue: Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Room 1~4

(3) Selection and matching through individual interviews with international students by the secretariat (June 3 ~ late June)

(4) Notification of matching results to international students and companies (~end of June)

(5) Face-to-face visits to companies (early ~ mid-July)

(6) Pre-training for participating international students (July 5 (Thu), 7 (Sat), 12 (Thu), 14 (Sat))

(7) Employment at the host company (early August ~ late September)

(8) Post-training for participating international students (late October)

(9) Debriefing and exchange meetings for international students and companies (November)

How to apply

Please fill out the application form (click here) below, attach the electronic data of the application form to an e-mail, and send it to the person in charge at the contact point by 17:00 on Tuesday, May 15, 2018.

* After confirming the contents, the operator (dispatch company) will contact the company by May 20 to confirm the contents and whether or not to participate.

Inquiries about this project in general

International Student Study Kyoto Network Secretariat

University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department (Contact: Tsukuda)

TEL：075-353-9164　FAX:075-353-9101

Email:kyoto-nw@consortium.or.jp

Heisei 30 “Gakumachi Collaboration Project” Recruitment Notice


Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto are implementing the “University Regional Collaboration Creation and Support Project (nicknamed the Gakumachi Collaboration Project)” to support the efforts by granting support funds to projects and projects that work on urban development and regional revitalization in Kyoto through “collaboration” between universities, students, and local communities.
This year marks the 15th year of the program, with the aim of developing human resources by securing practical education and research opportunities for universities, and for local communities, solving local issues and revitalizing them through the knowledge of the university and the vitality of students.
We are pleased to announce that we will start recruiting for the 30th academic year, so please check the following guidelines before applying.

NEW It has become easier to apply for the ≪Cultural Framework≫

From this fiscal year, projects that apply for the cultural category may be selected in the general category.

As for the judging, the content of the projects will be judged in the same way for both the general and cultural categories, and only the cultural category will be judged from the perspective of the student’s degree of contribution to the local community.

★ What is the “Cultural Framework”?

In March 28, it was decided to completely relocate the Agency for Cultural Affairs to Kyoto. Taking this as an opportunity, we have established a “cultural frame” for the Gakumachi Collaboration Project from the 29th academic year, and we are expanding the activity expenses for creating and disseminating printed materials and videos for efforts to “disseminate” diverse cultures from Kyoto.

Target Businesses

　For the purpose of solving local issues and revitalizing the city of Kyoto, projects that fall under the following requirements ((1) and (2) for the general category and (1), (2), and (3) for the cultural framework) to be implemented in Kyoto City during the Heisei 30 fiscal year (from the date of adoption to the end of March of the following year) are eligible.
However, political activities, religious activities, activities that promote specific ideas, violent or destructive activities, commercial businesses, etc. are excluded.
* Projects applied for the cultural category may be selected in the general category.
* Projects applied for the general category will not be selected for the cultural category.

[Common requirements for general and cultural frameworks]
(1) Projects in which universities and student groups and local communities (residents’ organizations, civic activity groups, businesses, etc., mainly in the Kyoto City area) collaborate and collaborate as organizations and groups, and in particular, students take the initiative in their activities.
* Administrative agencies may be included as collaborators, but cooperation with administrative agencies alone is not possible.
Examples: Health and welfare, social education, community development, promotion of academic, cultural, artistic or sports, environmental conservation,
Surveys and research in various fields such as community safety, citizen lectures, events, etc.

(2) Those who have not received any subsidies or subsidies from Kyoto City other than the Gakumachi Collaboration Project.

[Requirements for the cultural quota only]
(3) Priority theme: “Culture of the region”*
In addition to the requirements of (1) and (2), it is necessary to dig up the culture that lies dormant in the region and to pass on the culture that has been passed down from generation to generation in the region.
Projects that work on dissemination to preserve for the future, or to create a new culture through the knowledge of the university and the vitality of its students.
Businesses to work on.
　In order to inherit and archive local culture, it is necessary to disseminate the results of activities in print and video.
* “Culture” includes lifestyles and customs such as art, performing arts, events, industry, food, clothing, housing, etc., as well as old and new.
There are diverse aspects.
Universities, student groups, and the local community themselves should carry out activities from the perspective of “this is culture.”

Target Organizations

Organizations and groups of University Consortium, Kyoto member universities and junior colleges (*1)
or
A local organization that mainly works in the Kyoto city area (*2)

(*1) University departments, laboratories, seminars, clubs, student circles (circles composed of students from multiple universities are also acceptable), etc.
*2 Residents’ organizations such as residents’ associations and neighborhood associations, civic activity groups, groups and groups consisting of businesses, etc. (shopping streets, etc.)

Amount and number of donations

General category: Up to 300,000 yen / about 15 cases
Cultural quota: Up to 450,000 yen / about 2 projects
* However, if you apply for the cultural quota, you will be required to use the support money to create deliverables such as printed materials and videos so that it will lead to the inheritance and dissemination of culture.
　
* In addition, at the project report meeting scheduled to be held in March 31, the implementing organization (1 organization) that is recognized as the most excellent will be commended (certificates, trophies, and activity incentives of 100,000 yen will be issued separately).

About the application

Application Period

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 ~ Friday, May 11, 2018
* If you send it by mail, it must arrive on the same day, and if you bring it by 5 p.m.

How to apply: Step 1 Before you start writing your application

It is recommended to read the master plan of the administrative district in which the activity will be carried out. In addition, please listen to the opinions of local people and related government agencies as much as possible regarding the background of the project implementation and the needs of the community. If you have any questions about the basic plan of the ward or points to keep in mind when working in the community, you can also consult with the Regional Power Promotion Office of each ward office or branch.
In addition to reconfirming and sharing your objectives and goals, let’s discuss and think again about whether the business you are thinking about is the best way to achieve your goals. In addition, with regard to continuing projects, let’s thoroughly summarize the efforts we have made so far.

How to apply: Step 2 Let’s write an application!

to download documents related business recruitment>
● Application form (Word link)
● Application form (example)

Points to fill in

○ Let’s check the judging criteria!

In particular, the first screening is all about the submitted documents. Let’s find out what criteria are used to judge the case.

○ What is the purpose of the project? Write down your purpose and local needs.

The group that listened to the opinions of local people and ward offices in step 1 should also write the contents.

○ Who are you collaborating with? What does each of them do? Let’s be specific.

The Gakumachi Collaboration emphasizes learning that can be obtained by collaborating with the university, students, and the community toward the same goal. If a student group is applying, write down what role the partner will play, and if a local organization is applying, write down what the student will do independently.

How to apply: Step 3 Register your business outline

Please register your business outline using the form below.


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How to apply: Step 4 Submission of application documents

Please submit it by mail or bring it to the following address within the application period.
(1) 10 copies of application documents * If there are reference materials (up to 10 sheets), submit 10 copies of reference materials
(2) Application document data (MS-Word) * If reference materials are available, submit the reference data as well.
* Please do not change the prescribed form downloaded from the University Consortium Kyoto website for both (1) and (2).

Main Schedule for the Future

1st screening: After the application deadline ~ mid-June *Document screening
Second screening: June 24, 30 (Sunday) * Public presentation screening
Notification of support project decision and selection results: Early July 30
Approval formula: Early ~ mid-July 30 * A certificate will be issued by Kyoto City for the selected project.
Interim report: Mid ~ end of October 30 * Submission of documents
Final report: March 31 * Submission of documents
Announcement: Mid ~ end of March 31

Where to submit application documents and inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL ：075-353-9130　FAX： 075-353-9101
MAIL：gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00

【For those in charge of university maintenance and administration】Study session “Facility Support for Students with Disabilities ~Thinking about Accessibility~” was held on March 2

　
This time, the Kyoto Student Exchange Division of the University Consortium held a study session titled “Facility Support for Students with Disabilities ~Thinking about Accessibility~” with the aim of providing a place for facility managers at each school to exchange opinions with a focus on “Facility Support for Students with Disabilities.”
At the beginning of the session, Mr. Jun Murata (Associate Professor, Center for Student Support, Kyoto University, Chief Coordinator of the Support Room for Students with Disabilities) and Mr. Satoshi Yoshida (Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University) gave lectures on laws and systems to support students with disabilities, as well as sharing case studies on facilities in Japan and overseas. After that, the participants were divided into groups to exchange opinions on not only legal compliance, but also “accessibility,” “facilities that are easy for students with disabilities to use,” and “proactive improvement measures and reasonable accommodations when constructing or renovating facilities.”


summary

Date

Friday, March 2, 2018 13:00~17:00 (~18:00 Information Exchange Meeting)
Venue Campus Plaza Kyoto (5th Floor, Joint Laboratory No. 1)
Organizer University Consortium Kyoto
Remarks Free and first-come, first-served (capacity 15 people, 15 participants)

Schedule for the day

time substance
14:30 Lecture
(1) “Considering support at universities based on the Act on the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities”
≪ Lecturer≫ Jun Murata (Associate Professor, Student Support Center, Kyoto University, Chief Coordinator, Support Room for Students with Disabilities)
* Click here for the materials of Mr. Murata’s lecture.
(2) “Legal Compliance and Accessibility for Students with Disabilities”
≪ Lecturer≫ Satoshi Yoshida (Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University)
* Click here for Mr. Yoshida’s lecture materials.
15:30 “Exchange of Opinions on New Construction and Renovation of Facilities (Group Discussion)” ≪Guest ≫ Mr. Eiji Yamamoto (President, i-Collaboration, Non-Profit Organization, Wheelchair User) Chika Sekine (Visiting Professor, Social Innovation Course, Graduate School of Policy Studies, Faculty of Policy Studies, Doshisha University)
16:30 Sharing of the results of the exchange of opinions and question-and-answer session
16:50 Summary
17:00 After the meeting, there will be a networking event (~18:00)

achievements

Number of participants in the meeting: 15 in total
(1) Member universities and junior colleges: 13 students in total

(2) Non-member universities and junior colleges: 2 students in total

summary

This time, we held a study session titled “Facility Support for Students with Disabilities ~Thinking about Accessibility~” with the main participants in charge of university facilities, rather than those in charge of supporting students with disabilities. The capacity of 15 people was filled, and there were participants from large universities, small universities, art universities, and other prefectures, and wheelchair users Eiji Yamamoto (President, iCollaboration, a specified non-profit organization) and Chika Sekine (Visiting Professor, Social Innovation Course, Graduate School of Policy Sciences, Faculty of Policy Studies, Doshisha University) also participated as guests.
After the presentation of the topic, a group discussion was held, including the sharing of case studies from each school. From the perspective of being in charge of supporting students with disabilities, there were opportunities to share case studies and experiences at the Kansai Conference of Persons in Charge of Support for Students with Disabilities (KSSK), but there have never been opportunities for facility staff to gather from the perspective of “support for students with disabilities,” and participants were seen actively exchanging opinions, such as questions they had felt on a daily basis and reaffirming their own school’s initiatives.
At the information exchange meeting that followed, they were seen talking about the challenges and future of each university.

The University Consortium Kyoto plans to continue to develop initiatives to support students with disabilities from various perspectives.

Call for English Skill Improvement Training for Faculty and Staff in 2018

 

Every year, it is very popular, so register as soon as possible! Application deadline is Thursday, May 31!

Business Overview

As the globalization of higher education accelerates, such as the enhancement of support for international students and the promotion of collaborative projects with overseas universities, it can be said that the time has finally arrived when the English proficiency of university faculty and staff is indispensable as a basic ability.
The training program of the University Consortium Kyoto aims not only to improve the English proficiency of faculty and staff of member schools who can respond to such times, but also to raise their awareness of language learning in the future.

Outline of the event

1st TOEIC Listening & Reading Seminar on Saturday, July 14, 2018

Lecturers: Atsuko Nishitani and Maho Sano, Kyoto Sangyo University *For those with
TOEIC400~700 points 　　　*This is a training in which participants must prepare the IIBC “Official TOEIC Listening & Reading Questions 3” by themselves.

Session 2: Saturday, July 21, 2018 Active-Learning for English-speaking Classroom

Lecturer: Mikako Nishikawa, Kyoto University

Session 3: Saturday, July 28, 2018 Telephoning and Emails

Lecturer: Mr. Scott Seely

Session 4: Saturday, September 8, 2018 Cross-cultural Manners and English Communication in Higher Institutions

Lecturer: Mikako Nishikawa, Kyoto University

Session 5: Saturday, September 22, 2018 Everyday Communication

Lecturer: Mr. Scott Seely

6th Meeting and Discussion on Saturday, September 29, 2017

Lecturer: Mr. Scott Seely

All venues: Campus Plaza Kyoto 5th Floor, Joint Laboratory No. 1

All hours: 9:30~17:00

Participation fee: Faculty and staff of consortium member universities 5,000 yen / 1 course

Faculty and staff from non-consortium member schools: 7,000 yen / 1 course

Details: 2018 University Staff English Training_Outline
Flyer: English Training Flyer

How to apply:
Application

* Please note that if there are many applicants, a lottery will be held.
* The decision on whether or not to attend the course will be announced at the beginning of June.

Payment method: Please transfer to the designated account of the Foundation by the specified date.

No refunds will be given after payment has been made (proxy attendance is possible)

 

University Consortium Kyoto, International Business Department

TEL：(075)353-9164 ／ FAX：(075)353-9101

e-mail: kokusai■consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)

 

【Report】The 15th High School-University Collaborative Education Forum has been released.

On Saturday, December 9, 2017, the 15th Forum on Collaborative Education between High School and University, “Thinking Together about the Skills That Should Be Developed Now: The Role of High Schools and Universities” has been completed.
The next 16th Forum on Collaborative Education between High School and University is scheduled to be held on Saturday, December 8. We will inform you as soon as the details are decided, so please join us.

You can read the report here.

Contact us

University Consortium Kyoto High School-University Collaborative Education Forum
TEL 075-353-9153　FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Business hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)