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2019　TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 2 2

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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
2
Course number
LAE.E152
Credits
1
Academic year
2019
Offered quarter
2Q
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 is for students who do not know much about or have never taken the TOEFL test. The course introduces students to its content and format as well basic vocabulary necessary so that they will be able not only to familiarize themselves with the test format but also study in academic institutions with English-speaking environment for a short period of time.

Student learning outcomes

・Students will understand the content and format of the TOEFL test.
・Students will improve their listening and speaking skills through interactive pair and group activities in class.
・Students will be able to understand a short speech or conversations and to summarize and explain orally its main content in simple sentences in English.

Keywords

TOEFL Study-abroad, Communication, Speaking Skills, Listening Skills

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 discussions. 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 TOEFL listening/speaking exercise Review: TOEFL strategies
Class 2 TOEFL listening/speaking exercise Students are responsible for reading all the handouts.
Class 3 TOEFL listening/speaking exercise Students are responsible for reading all the handouts.
Class 4 TOEFL listening/speaking exercise Vocabulary Quiz Students are expected to study the vocabulary assigned for the quiz.
Class 5 Speech (speaking test): Half of the class will deliver a presentation on a given topic. The details of the assignment will be provided on Week 4. Presenters are responsible for preparing a speech.
Class 6 Speech (speaking test): Half of the class will deliver a presentation on a given topic. The details of the assignment will be provided on Week 5. Presenters are responsible for preparing a speech.
Class 7 TOEFL listening/speaking exercise Students are responsible for reading all the handouts.
Class 8 TOEFL listening and speaking exercise Exam (listening) Students are expected to review all the materials covered during the course.

Textbook(s)

Handouts

Reference books, course materials, etc.

TED Talks: https://www.ted.com/ VOA : http://www.voanews.com/ NPR: http://www.npr.org/
*TED, 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

Class participation: 20% (Evaluation will be based on attitude, contribution, improvement, and a willingness to learn.)
Vocabulary Quiz: 10%
Speech: 35%
Exam: 35%

Related courses

  • LAE.E151 ： TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 1

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

None

Other

It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 1.
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.

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