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		The Contemporary Asia Pacific: Focus On Business ●Studying Diversity and Dynamic Development of the Asia Pacific Region 　This seminar subject deals with various problems related to the economies and enterprises in the Asia Pacific region, promoting students' understanding on the diversity of this region, which is the most outstanding characteristic of the Asia Pacific region. Morever, the seminar is intended to deepen students' understanding on mutual dependency and dynamic development of the economies in this region. Through these studies, students are expected to think deeply about sustainable development and coexistance of various economies in this region. ●Studying though the "Peer Group" System 　In this seminar, a class, comprised of 20 students, is divided into several "peer groups", each comprised of two Japanese/permanent resident students and two international students. Using textbooks and video materials, each group discusses various issues related to the subject, and prepares presentations. Study results may be summarized in reports and presented in the class. Based on the results of group activities, the entire class may also have discussions. Contents of "The Contemporary Asia Pacific: Focus on Business" Themes and Topics The study themes include economics, industries, markets, finance, production, and distribution and marketing in the Asia Pacific region. In addition, Japanese enterprises are studied in terms of their development processes and future prospects. There are two seminars concerning this subject: "The Contemporary Asia Pacific: Focus on Business I" and "The Contemporary Asia Pacific: Focus on Business II." Major topics to study in each seminar are as follows: "The Contemporary Asia Pacific: Focus on Business I" (1)Economics in the Asia Pacific (2)Asian Financial Market (3)Logistics in East Asia (4)The Textile Industries of Asia (5)Markets in Islamic Society "The Contemporary Asia Pacific: Focus on Business II" （６） Production Network in the ASEAN （７）Marketing in the Asia Pacific （８）Development of Japanese Enterprises （９） Future of Japanese Management Systems ●A Textbook on "The Contemporary Asia Pacific: Focus on Business" Students should purchase the textbook on this seminar's subjects, the contents of which correspond to the nine topics listed in the front page. Since this textbook is written in both English and Japanese, students can read it in whichever language they prefer. To evaluate the degree of students' understanding, each chapter of this textbook is followed by a list of questions and topics for further study. The latter can be used as topicsfor group discussions. Notes in Group Activities ●Promoting Mutual Understanding among Group Members In group activities, it is important that group members respect other members' sense of values, cultures, and ways of thinking. Through "teaching and learning" from each other, students can deepen mutual understanding and develop their skills in cross-cultural communication. ●Learning Study Skills Students should also develop their basic skills for studying. By actively participating in discussions and presentations, student should develop basic skills necessary for group activities. ●Active Approaches for Studying Membes of respective peer groups should get together regularly at "communication times" and other occasions, as well as during classes. Students aare encouraged to study autonomously and actively.