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2019　TOEFL Seminar (Reading and Writing) 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.)
Wed3-4(W371)  
Group
-
Course number
LAE.E258
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 designed to develop English skills for the Reading and Writing sections of the TOEFL test through TOEFL-type exercises in reading and writing and reviewing of them.

This course aims to help students improve their TOEFL score and develop their English skills to study at universities in English speaking countries.

Student learning outcomes

In this course students will
・understand what TOEFL tests are like, especially in reading and writing sections, and how to answer the questions in each section of the test.
・develop academic skills in English and apply those skills to general situation.

Keywords

TOEFL, reading and writing skills of English, Studying abroad

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 readings, audio lectures, and discussions. Students are expected to study the vocabulary, complete all readings, and come to class prepared to express their opinions. The class is highly interactive. In addition, there will be quizzes that are designed to help students expand their academic vocabulary.

Course schedule/Required learning

  Course schedule Required learning
Class 1 Course introduction Review of the first quarter Class activity Students will be asked to express themselves.
Class 2 Lesson 5: Sentence Restatement Questions Students are responsible for studying the assigned unit before the class.
Class 3 News Brief Small-group discussions Students are asked to read a news article and write a summary.
Class 4 Lesson 6: Reference Questions TOEFL writing strategy: Developing essay-writing skills Students are responsible for studying the assigned unit before the class.
Class 5 In-class writing assignment Vocabulary Quiz Students are expected to review what they have previously learned about effective writing. They are also expected to study the vocabulary assigned for the Vocabulary Quiz.
Class 6 Lesson 7: Sentence Addition Questions TOEFL writing strategy: Developing essay-writing skills Students are responsible for studying the assigned unit before the class.
Class 7 Lesson 8: Completing Summaries and Charts Students are responsible for studying the assigned unit before the class.
Class 8 Class: Instructor feedback on the In-class writing assignment Exam on all material covered Students are expected to review all material covered in this course.

Textbook(s)

The Complete Guide to the TOEFL Test Reading, CENGAGE Learning

Reference books, course materials, etc.

Handouts
Suggested Websites and smartphone apps:
VOA Learning English https://learningenglish.voanews.com/
NPR http://www.npr.org/
Scientific American 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: 20% (Evaluation will be based on attitude, contribution, improvement, and a willingness to learn.)
Vocabulary Quiz: 15%
News Brief: 15%
In-class writing assignment: 25%
Exam: 25%

Related courses

  • TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 5-8

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

NA

Other

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

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