This course is designed to develop English skills for the Reading and Writing sections of the TOEFL test through TOEFL-type exercises in reading and writing and reviewing of them.
This course aims to help students improve their TOEFL score and develop their English skills to study at universities in English speaking countries.
In this course students will
・understand what TOEFL tests are like, especially in Reading and Writing sections, and how to answer the questions in each section of the test.
・develop academic skills in English and apply those skills to general situations.
TOEFL, reading and writing skills of English, Studying abroad
Specialist skills | ✔ Intercultural skills | ✔ Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
This course is designed to help students develop reading and writing skills that are applicable to the TOEFL iBT test. Each week, we will explore a different issue using readings, audio lectures, and discussion. Though the main focus on the course is on reading and writing, there will also be some exercises on listening to prepare you for the integrated skills section of TOEFL.
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Orientation Writing practice | Vocabulary list |
Class 2 | Unit 5 Independent writing Writing practice | Vocabulary list |
Class 3 | Unit 3 Reading: Super Supernovae Writing practice | Vocabulary list, Question 1-13 |
Class 4 | Unit 4 Integrated task Writing practice | Vocabulary list |
Class 5 | Unit 4 Integrated task continued Writing practice | Vocabulary list |
Class 6 | Unit 6 Reading: Gap Junctions Writing practice | Vocabulary list, Question 1-13 |
Class 7 | Review and exam | Review and exam |
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.
松柏社,Integrated Skills for the TOEFL iBT®/『TOEFL iBT®テスト英語4技能完全対策演習』,978-4-88198-730-8
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Participation in class activities: 20%
Assignments: 50%
Final exam: 30%
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It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with TOEFL Seminar (Reading and Writing) 4.
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.