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2019　TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 8

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Academic unit or major
English language courses
Instructor(s)
Haraga Makiko 
Class Format
Exercise     
Media-enhanced courses
Day/Period(Room No.)
Wed1-2(W371)  
Group
-
Course number
LAE.E254
Credits
1
Academic year
2019
Offered quarter
4Q
Syllabus updated
2019/3/18
Lecture notes updated
-
Language used
English
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Course description and aims

This course is for students who have already studied for or taken the TOEFL test but hope to raise their score. It trains students' English skills in English with special focus on listening and speaking. It also introduces them to basic academic vocabulary and expressions useful for studying abroad for a short period of time.

Student learning outcomes

By the end of the course students will be able to understand a few-minute speech or conversation discussing academic topics and to explain its main points and some details in short simple sentences.

Keywords

TOEFL, Study abroad, Communication, Speaking and listening skills in English

Competencies that will be developed

Specialist skills ✔ Intercultural skills ✔ Communication skills ✔ Critical thinking skills Practical and/or problem-solving skills

Class flow

We continue to explore various issues using audio lectures (TOEFL) and discussions. Students are expected to study the vocabulary and come to class prepared for a discussion. In addition to improving their listening and speaking skills, students will learn basic skills that are essential for creating and delivering effective presentations. The class is highly interactive. Therefore, students’ strong commitment and active participation are the keys to success, not only for themselves, but also for the entire class.

Course schedule/Required learning

  Course schedule Required learning
Class 1 Course introduction Speaking exercise Students are expected to actively participate in group discussions.
Class 2 TOEFL listening and speaking exercise Students are responsible for reading handouts.
Class 3 TOEFL listening and speaking exercise Students are responsible for reading handouts.
Class 4 TOEFL listening and speaking exercise Developing presentation skills Students are responsible for reading handouts.
Class 5 Speech (Speaking test) I: Each student will deliver a presentation on a given topic. The details for the assignment will be provided on Week 4 Students are responsible for preparing a presentation.
Class 6 TOEFL listening and speaking exercise Instructor feedback on Speech I Vocabulary Quiz Students are expected to prepare for the Vocabulary Quiz.
Class 7 TOEFL listening and speaking exercise Students are responsible for reading handouts.
Class 8 Class: Wrap-up of TOEFL strategies Speech (speaking test) II: The details of the assignment will be provided on Week 7. Students are responsible for preparing a presentation.

Textbook(s)

Handouts

Reference books, course materials, etc.

Handouts
Suggested Websites and smartphone apps:
VOA Learning English https://learningenglish.voanews.com/
NPR http://www.npr.org/
VOA and NPR provide video transcripts.
Scientific American (video and podcasts “60-second science”) http://www.scientificamerican.com/
BBC http://www.bbc.com/news
National Geographic http://www.nationalgeographic.com/

Assessment criteria and methods

The grade for the quarter will be determined as follows.
Class participation: 25% (Evaluation will be based on attitude, contribution, improvement, and a willingness to learn.)
Vocabulary Quiz: 25%
Speech I: 25%
Speech II: 25%

Related courses

  • LAE.E253 ： TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 7

Prerequisites (i.e., required knowledge, skills, courses, etc.)

NA

Other

It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 7.
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.

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