This course is for students who have studied for the TOEFL test but are not yet confident about their knowledge. It trains students in four skills in English with special focus on reading, writing and listening skills which are required to raise their score in the Reading and Writing sections of the test and to study at universities in English-speaking environment. It also introduces students to basic study skills in English and allows them to practice them in class.
In this course students will
・understand the content and format of the Reading and Writing sections of the TOEFL tests and the strategies to answer questions in these sections.
・enhance their knowledge of different academic subjects.
・develop academic skills in English and apply them to everyday situation.
TOEFL, reading and writing skills of English, Studying abroad
Specialist skills | ✔ Intercultural skills | ✔ Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
In each class, students will work on exercises in the reading and writing sections of the TOEFL test and peer-review the content.
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Introduction to TOEFL Reading Questions | |
Class 2 | Reading Practice and Review 1 | Reading comprehension |
Class 3 | Reading Practice and Review 2 | Reading comprehension |
Class 4 | Reading Practice and Review 3 | Reading comprehension |
Class 5 | Reading Practice and Review 4 | Reading comprehension |
Class 6 | Reading Practice and Review 5 | Reading comprehension |
Class 7 | Reading Practice and Review 6 | Reading comprehension |
Class 8 | Recapitulation, Final Exam |
Handouts in class
Useful sources for self-study will be provided in class.
Assignment:30% Class participation: 30% Final exam: 40%
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See the rotation table of the drop-in sessions for foreign language studies. The instructors for a special mission are also available for drop-in session on Mondays and Thursdays.
It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with TOEFL Seminar (Reading and Writing) 6.
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.