言語と文化 （後期金２・細川）

Language and Culture

99KT22T

L3HSHUM129

細川　尚子

Naoko HOSOKAWA

2026年度後期

2026年度

②Second semester

金曜2限

Friday 2nd period (10:30-12:00)

理学部第一部　応用物理学科（一般教養科目）、工学部（一般教養科目）、先進工学部（一般教養科目）、薬学部（一般教養科目）

A course of liberal arts, the Department of Applied Physics, Faculty of Science Division Ⅰ
A course of liberal arts, the Faculty of Engineering
A course of liberal arts, the Faculty of Advanced Engineering
A course of liberal arts, the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

2.00単位

講義

Lecture

薬学科：選択　生命創薬科学科：選択

英語　English

① [対面]対面授業/ [On-site] On-site class

Language and Culture: Sustainability of Linguistic Diversity 

We all use some form of language to communicate in our daily lives, and many of us may take the concept of ‘language’ for granted. However, language has had a significant impact on society and has been shaped by various changes in society throughout its long history. In this course, we will explore the connections between language and society through the theme of ‘sustainable diversity’. How did the concept of a ‘standard language’ come about? Starting from this seemingly simple question, we will examine the role of language in the increasingly diverse society in which we live.

Keywords: Sociolinguistics; multiculturalism; multilingualism; diversity; sustainability

言語と文化：言語の多様性とサステナビリティ
私たちは日常的に何らかの言語で意思疎通を行っています。しかし、そもそも「言語」とは何でしょうか。世界にはどのような言語があり、人々はどのように言語を使っているのでしょうか。また、「標準語」や「方言」といった概念は、いつどのように生まれたのでしょうか。本講義では、歴史的視点や国境を越えた多様な事例を紹介しながら、言語と文化の関係性について考察していきます。履修生の皆さんにも、言語や文化の多様性について積極的に考えを共有してもらいたいと思います正解や不正解はなく、自由な対話を通じて理解を深めましょう。授業での使用言語は英語ですが、英語力のレベルは評価の対象となりません。世界の様々な言語に触れ、その魅力を感じてほしいと思っています。

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of linguistic diversity. Delivered through English-medium instruction (EMI), it provides opportunities to develop practical language skills while engaging with diverse cultural perspectives. Each session combines interactive lectures with class discussions to promote active participation and reflective learning.

Upon completion of the course, students will:

• Acquire knowledge of the history of language policy
• Gain deeper insights into global language diversity
• Understand measures and challenges in cross-cultural communication
• Develop skills to analyse the relationship between language and society from multiple perspectives
• Foster awareness of societal diversity through the lens of language

リンク先の [評価項目と科目の対応一覧]から確認できます（学部対象）。
履修登録の際に参照ください。
​You can check this from “Correspondence table between grading items and subjects” by following the link(for departments).
https://www.tus.ac.jp/fd/ict_tusrubric/​​​

薬学科：DP1　生命創薬科学科：DP1

課題に対する作文　Essay／ディベート・ディスカッション　Debate/Discussion／グループワーク　Group work／プレゼンテーション　Presentation／反転授業　Flipped classroom／PBL (課題解決型学習)　Problem-based learning

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Students are expected to review each session and prepare to actively participate in class discussions. Weekly assignments will be given.

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• Active Participation: 40%
• Mid-Term Roundtable: 30%
• Final Presentation: 30%

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・S：到達目標を十分に達成し、極めて優秀な成果を収めている
・A：到達目標を十分に達成している
・B：到達目標を達成している
・C：到達目標を最低限達成している
・D：到達目標を達成していない
・-：学修成果の評価を判断する要件を欠格している

・S：Achieved outcomes, excellent result
・A：Achieved outcomes, good result
・B：Achieved outcomes
・C：Minimally achieved outcomes
・D：Did not achieve outcomes
・-：Failed to meet even the minimal requirements for evaluation

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教科書および一部の参考書は、MyKiTS (教科書販売サイト) から検索・購入可能です。
​https://gomykits.kinokuniya.co.jp/tokyorika/​​​

It is possible to search for and purchase textbooks and certain reference materials at MyKiTS (online textbook store).
​​https://gomykits.kinokuniya.co.jp/tokyorika/

Course materials will be provided by the instructor.

Week 1: Introduction
We will discuss the course overview and introduce ourselves, sharing our interests in languages and cultures.
 
Week 2: History of the Standard Language (1)
We will discuss the historical development of the concept of a ‘standard language’ and the factors that contributed to its emergence. To begin, we will go back to fifteenth-century Italy, when people fiercely debated whose language would become the ‘standard’.
 
Week 3: History of the Standard Language (2)
We will continue our discussion of the history of language standardisation, examining further examples and exchanging our ideas about what constitutes a ‘good’ language.
 
Week 4: Linguistic Diversity (1)
We will explore the diversity of the world’s languages, as well as the benefits and challenges associated with it. The session will begin with a short exercise to identify languages around the world.
 
Week 5: Linguistic Diversity (2)
We will continue our discussion of linguistic diversity through additional examples and case studies, and exchange ideas about how it can be sustained. We will also explore the question: Can linguistic diversity be compared to ecological diversity?
 
Week 6: Languages in Danger (1)
We will examine languages at risk of extinction and how they are perceived in local communities. The session will begin with a short exercise linking languages to countries - some languages may not be the most typical for a country.
 
Week 7: Languages in Danger (2)
We will continue our discussion of endangered languages, examining additional case studies and reflecting on the needs and strategies for their preservation and revitalisation.
 
Week 8: Mid-Term Roundtable 
Students will discuss the class content they found particularly interesting in a roundtable format. They can share personal thoughts, anecdotes, photos, or videos related to the class topics, and provide comments on each other’s contributions. This session can also be used to go over anything that students have found difficult to understand so far.
 
Week 9: Language Contact (1) 
We will examine different forms of language contact and discuss how languages influence one another. The session will begin with a short game in which students guess the meaning of sentences in some “hybrid” languages.
 
Week 10: Group Work for Final Presentations 
We will begin preparing for final presentations.
Please choose your topic for the final presentation by this date.

Week 11: Language Contact (2) 
We will continue our discussion of language contact with additional examples, reflecting on its causes and effects.

Week 12: Presentations and Discussions (1)
Students will give a presentation on a theme of their choice, based on content covered in class, followed by a Q&A session and group discussion.
 
Week 13: Presentations and Discussions (2)
Students will give a presentation on a theme of their choice, based on content covered in class, followed by a Q&A session and group discussion.
 
Week 14: Presentations and Discussions (3)
Students will give a presentation on a theme of their choice, based on content covered in class, followed by a Q&A session and group discussion.

Week 15: Feedback
We will reflect on our overall achievements during the semester and give feedback to each other.

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