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 |
The instructor will require students to (1) do comprehension exercises on newspaper articles, short stories, or movies, (2) summarize what they read or watch, (3) discuss some social issues related to the writings or movies, and (4) present their own opinions in writing.
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Introduction | Students will be asked to express themselves. |
Class 2 | TOEFL reading strategy: Understanding the main points | Students are responsible for reading handouts. |
Class 3 | TOEFL reading strategy: Understanding the types of questions | Students are responsible for reading handouts. |
Class 4 | TOEFL writing strategy: Identifying the topic and the task | Write a paragraph |
Class 5 | TOEFL writing strategy: Making an outline | Review the paragraph |
Class 6 | TOEFL reading and writing exercise | Students are responsible for reading h andouts. |
Class 7 | TOEFL reading and writing exercise | Students are responsible for reading h andouts. |
Class 8 | Review and final examination | Overall exercise in vocabulary, grammer, and passage construction |
Handouts (selections from procon.org)
To be announced in class
Students are assessed on practical English skills and on the degree to which they can use them to communicate with others. Activities in class: 20% Assignments: 30% Final exam: 50%
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Contact by e-mail in advance to schedule an appointment
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