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- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Anno Mariko
- Class Format
- Exercise (ZOOM)
- Media-enhanced courses
- Day/Period(Room No.)
- Wed3-4(H102)
- Group
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- Course number
- LAE.E252
- Credits
- 1
- Academic year
- 2020
- Offered quarter
- 2Q
- Syllabus updated
- 2020/9/18
- Lecture notes updated
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- Language used
- English
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Course description and aims
This course is for students who 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 English.
Course taught by instructors with work experience
| ✔ Applicable | How instructors' work experience benefits the course |
|---|---|
| An instructor with work experience as a performer will provide hands-on experience in the performing arts, based on practice in the field that fosters critical thinking and encourages creativity and self-expression. |
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
Students are required to complete the listening, speaking, and/or vocabulary assignments before class preparing for focused discussions of their content. Each week, we will discuss a new topic, requiring the students to actively participate in class activities, debates, and presentations, while developing the students' test taking skills for the TOEFL iBT. (Note: Syllabus is subject to change based on the levels, needs, and actual number of students.)
Course schedule/Required learning
| Course schedule | Required learning | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | 1. Introduction to Course 2. Ch. 5: Organization Questions (Listening) | identify course aims; acquire listening skills for the TOEFL |
| Class 2 | 1. Ch. 5: Organization Questions (Listening) 2. Ch. 6: Content Questions (Listening) | acquire listening skills for the TOEFL |
| Class 3 | 1. Ch. 6: Content Questions (Listening) 2. Speaking Strategy: Independent Questions | acquire listening and speaking skills for the TOEFL |
| Class 4 | Speaking Strategy: Independent Questions | acquire speaking skills for the TOEFL |
| Class 5 | 1. Midterm Exam (Listening) 2. Ch. 7: Inference Questions (Listening) | demonstrate knowledge of class material; acquire listening skills for the TOEFL |
| Class 6 | 1. Ch. 7: Inference Questions (Listening) 2. Speaking Strategy: Integrated Questions | acquire listening and speaking skills for the TOEFL |
| Class 7 | 1. Review of Material 2. Final Presentation (Speaking) | consolidate, apply, and integrate skills, materials, and key concepts; demonstrate effective speaking skills for the TOEFL |
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)
Edmunds, Paul, Nancie McKinnon, and Jeff Zeter. 2009. Developing Skills for the TOEFL iBT, Intermediate, Listening. Second edition. Compass Publishing. (ISBN: 978-59966-353-1)
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Additional reading materials and handouts will be distributed throughout the term.
Suggested websites:
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: 25%
Homework and In-class Assignments: 25%
Midterm Exam: 25%
Final Presentation: 25%
Related courses
- LAE.E251 ： TOEFL Seminar (Listening and Speaking) 5
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) 5.
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.
