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Academic unit or major
English language courses
Instructor(s)
Anno Mariko 
Class Format
Exercise     
Media-enhanced courses
Day/Period(Room No.)
Mon3-4(1ラボ)  
Group
1
Course number
LAE.E441
Credits
1
Academic year
2019
Offered quarter
1Q
Syllabus updated
2019/3/18
Lecture notes updated
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Language used
English
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Course description and aims

This course offers trainings in presentation skills for a variety of academic settings. Through practices, students will gain knowledge of how to apply these skills effectively to their presentations, have confidence in tackling real-life situations. Students will receive constructive feedback from the instructor, who would help students develop successful strategies toward presenting ideas in a clear manner. Moreover, as audience, students will improve their listening skills by learning to ask insightful and stimulating questions to their colleagues.

As a 400-level elective course, Academic Presentation in English 13 equips graduate students with the necessary tools to deliver well-informed presentations.

Student learning outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to deliver individual presentations at academic settings, being aware of verbal and non-verbal messages while engaging the audience, followed by a question and answer session, fielding questions from the audience.

Keywords

Presentation skills, listening skills, communication skills

Competencies that will be developed

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

Class flow

For each class, students are expected to complete the homework in advance and actively participate in class discussions. Students will deliver a presentation after every unit, followed by a Q&A session, receiving feedback back from their colleagues and instructor. (Note: Syllabus is subject to change based on the level, needs, and actual number of students.)

Course schedule/Required learning

  Course schedule Required learning
Class 1 Introduction to course Preparing to present Ch. 1: Opening and closing Identifying course aims. Preparing to present the opening and closing sections.
Class 2 Ch. 1: Opening and closing Preparing to present the opening and closing sections.
Class 3 Presentation (Ch. 1) Ch. 2: Smooth structure Delivering an effective presentation. Creating a smooth presentation structure.
Class 4 Ch. 2: Smooth structure Creating a smooth presentation structure.
Class 5 Presentation (Ch. 2) Ch. 3: Voice power Delivering an effective presentation. Controlling your vocal tone, pace, and delivery.
Class 6 Ch. 6: Body language Demonstrating good body language.
Class 7 Ch. 7: Rapport building Creating powerful visual aids. Building a rapport with the audience.
Class 8 Final Presentation Presenting facts and figures to enhance your credibility. Delivering an effective presentation.

Textbook(s)

Powell, Mark. 2010. Dynamic Presentations (Cambridge Business Skills). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. (ISBN: 978-0-521-15004-0)

Reference books, course materials, etc.

Additional reading materials may be assigned throughout the term.

Assessment criteria and methods

Class Participation and Attendance, 25%
Homework and In-class Assignments,15%
Presentations, 30%
Final Project: Final Presentation and Paper, 30%

Related courses

  • LAE.E442 ： Academic Presentation in English 14

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

None

Other

It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with LAE.E442 (Academic Presentation in English 14).
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.

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