Accepting applicationsMultilingual Societies Around the World

While speaking Japanese may seem like a natural part of growing up in Japan, the world offers a vibrant tapestry of linguistic diversity, where multiple languages intertwine within a single nation. Exploring this linguistic richness provides a unique lens through which to examine a country's history. Additionally, regional languages, deeply rooted in local communities, serve as powerful markers of identity. We'll investigate the multifaceted roles of regional languages and their contributions to shaping local identities.

Lecturer
Chieko NAKABASAMI/ Professor, Faculty of International Tourism Management, Toyo University

Graduated from the Department of Applied Physics, Faculty of Engineering, Osaka University. Completed the Master's Program in Information and Mathematical Sciences at the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Saitama University (Ph.D. in Academic). Previously worked as a research fellow in the Faculty of Geography at the University of Strasbourg in France for one year. Research fields include cultural tourism and multicultural communication. Focuses on communication among multiple languages, cultures, and ethnic groups in French-speaking and Mediterranean regions, analyzing people's networks. Recently, has been researching and investigating multicultural society and tourism development in small villages along the Ionian Sea in Calabria, Southern Italy. Personally, aspires to speak as many languages as possible.

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Lecture nameMultilingual Societies Around the World
Date and timeMarch 08, 2025 (Saturday) , 01:00 PM (JST) 〜 March 08, 2025 (Saturday) , 02:30 PM (JST)
Course name2024 Toyo University Online Course - Insight into Japan
Lecturer Chieko NAKABASAMI
Professor, Faculty of International Tourism Management, Toyo University
TargetJapanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N2 or above
* Participation from abroad is highly welcomed.
* All courses will be conducted in Japanese only.
Capacity1,000 participants per lecture (first-come-first-served basis)
Streaming service Cisco Webex Meetings
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Application periodJune 10, 2024 (Monday) , 12:00 AM (JST) ~ March 07, 2025 (Friday) , 11:59 PM (JST)
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