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- Instructor(s)
- Haraga Makiko
- Class Format
- Exercise (Livestream)
- Media-enhanced courses
- Day/Period(Room No.)
- Wed1-2(W371)
- Group
- 2
- Course number
- LAE.E152
- Credits
- 1
- Academic year
- 2022
- Offered quarter
- 2Q
- Syllabus updated
- 2022/3/16
- 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.
Course taught by instructors with work experience
| ✔ Applicable | How instructors' work experience benefits the course |
|---|---|
| This course will be taught by a bilingual journalist who has been reporting and writing in both English and Japanese on a wide range of issues for a variety of publications. Throughout the course, the instructor will use her knowledge and expertise in the art of story-telling, to help students acquire communication skills that are necessary for presenting ideas effectively and clearly in English to people from culturally diverse backgrounds. |
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), news clips, 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 strategies Speaking exercises | Students will be asked to speak on a given topic during the class. |
| Class 3 | TOEFL listening/speaking exercise Pronunciation exercises | Students will learn how to improve their English pronunciation. |
| Class 4 | TOEFL strategies (integrated tasks) | Students will learn how to tackle TOEFL speaking integrated tasks. |
| Class 5 | Developing public speaking skills Vocabulary quiz | Students are expected to study all the vocabulary covered. |
| Class 6 | Speech (Group A) Listening Test 1 | Students assigned to Group A will deliver a presentation on a given topic. All students are expected to review the TOEFL listening strategies. |
| Class 7 | Speech (Group B) Listening Test 2 | Students assigned to Group B will deliver a presentation on a given topic. All students are expected to review the TOEFL listening strategies. |
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)
Handouts
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Handouts
Suggested Websites and smartphone apps:
VOA Learning English https://learningenglish.voanews..com/
NPR http://www.npr.org/
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: 30% (Evaluation will be based on attitude, contribution, improvement, and a willingness to learn.)
Listening tests: 25%
Speech: 45%
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.
