Print

2020　English 5 40-RW

Font size  SML

Register update notification mail Add to favorite lecture list
Academic unit or major
English language courses
Instructor(s)
Satsuma Tatsuro 
Class Format
Exercise    (ZOOM)
Media-enhanced courses
Day/Period(Room No.)
Thr3-4(3ラボ, Language Lab.3)  
Group
40-RW
Course number
LAE.E211
Credits
1
Academic year
2020
Offered quarter
1Q
Syllabus updated
2020/9/18
Lecture notes updated
-
Language used
Japanese
Access Index

Course description and aims

English 5 is designed to improve students’ English language skills for academic purposes and provide them with more knowledge in relevant areas. The materials include topics such as international and intercultural issues as well as current topics of science and technology. Expectations require students to practice: reading academic articles, listening to English lectures, speaking before an audience, and developing skills to write paragraphs and short essays.

Student learning outcomes

By the end of this course, students will:
・be able to express their ideas and opinions in classes confidently
・be able to write paragraphs or short essays
・be able to better understand academic lectures
・practice effective reading strategies

Keywords

Four language skills, fostering international awareness, communication skills, studying abroad, TOEFL

Competencies that will be developed

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

Class flow

Students will practice reading skills by using the textbook. Students will also practice writing short essays on topics related to each chapter.
Class activities include group work, short presentation and quizzes.

Course schedule/Required learning

  Course schedule Required learning
Class 1 Introduction Short speeches Understand how the class will be conducted. Get used to making a short speech.
Class 2 Chapter 1: Reading and Writing On "Reckless Use of Antibiotics" Understand the text in Chapter 1 and express one's opinions on the topic.
Class 3 Chapter 3 (1): Reading and Writing On "Black and White Twins" Understand the text in Chapter 3 and express one's opinions on the topic.
Class 4 Chapter 3 (2): Reading and Writing On "Black and White Twins" Understand the details of the text in Chapter 3 and express one's opinions on the topic.
Class 5 Chapter 4: Reading and Writing On "Tesla's $13,000 Battery" Understand the text in Chapter 4 and express one's opinions on the topic.
Class 6 Chapter 5: Reading and Writing On "the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence" Understand the text in Chapter 5 and express one's opinions on the topic.
Class 7 Review and Exam Review the overall content of the course.

Out-of-Class Study Time (Preparation and Review)

To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.

Textbook(s)

Exploring the Globe through The Times and The Guardian (Tsurumi Shoten)

Reference books, course materials, etc.

To be announced in class

Assessment criteria and methods

In-class performance (including quizzes): 60%
Final exam: 40%

Related courses

  • LAE.E111 ： English 1
  • LAE.E112 ： English 2
  • LAE.E113 ： English 3
  • LAE.E114 ： English 4
  • LAE.E212 ： English 6
  • LAE.E213 ： English 7
  • LAE.E214 ： English 8
  • LAE.E311 ： English 9

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

None

Other

None.

Page Top