Based on English 7, English 8 is designed to improve students’ English language skills for academic purposes and provide them with more knowledge in relevant areas. The materials include topics such as international and intercultural issues as well as current topics of science and technology. Expectations require students to practice: reading academic articles, listening to English lectures, speaking before an audience, and developing skills to write paragraphs and short essays.
By the end of this course, students will:
・be able to express their ideas and opinions in classes confidently
・be able to write paragraphs or short essays
・be able to better understand academic lectures
・practice effective reading strategies
Four language skills, fostering international awareness, communication, studying abroad, TOEFL
Specialist skills | ✔ Intercultural skills | ✔ Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
Students will practice TOEFL ITP-type exercises of listening and reading, and work on writing assignments. At the end of the quarter, every student will be required to give a short presentation.
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Module 3 Listening(1), Structure(1) | Reading, Writin, Listeningg |
Class 2 | Module 3 Reading(1), Listening(2) | Reading, Writing, Listening |
Class 3 | Module 3 Structure(2), Reading(2) | Reading, Writing, Listening |
Class 4 | Module 4 Listening(1), Structure(1), Writing Assignment | Reading, Writing, Listening |
Class 5 | Module 4 Listening(2), Reading(1) | Reading, Writing, Listening |
Class 6 | Module 4 Structure(2), Reading(2), Writing Test | Reading, Writing, Listening |
Class 7 | Short Presentation, Reading Test | Reading, Writing, Listening |
Class 8 | Final Exam, Recapitulation | Review, Comsolidation |
Boost Your English 2--Practie for TOEFL ITP(Seibido)
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Final Exam 50%
Writing Test and Assignment 30%
Reading Test 20%
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