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- School of Engineering
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- School of Computing
- School of Life Science and Technology
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School of Environment and Society
- Department of Architecture and Building Engineering
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Department of Transdisciplinary Science and Engineering
- Department of Social and Human Sciences
- Department of Innovation Science
- Graduate major in Technology and Innovation Management
- Common courses
- Liberal arts and basic science courses
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Kiuchi Kumiko
- Class Format
- Exercise (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- Day/Period(Room No.)
- Thr3-4(S2-202(S223))
- Group
- 41-RW
- Course number
- LAE.E211
- Credits
- 1
- Academic year
- 2023
- Offered quarter
- 1Q
- Syllabus updated
- 2023/3/20
- Lecture notes updated
- -
- Language used
- Japanese
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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
Before class:
1. Complete the worksheet.
2. Fill out the pre-class assignment on the Google Form.
[Review from last week, “Vocabulary” and “Expressions” sections]
In-class
1. Lecture on English skills (10-20 mins)
2. Work on some exercises in a small group (10 mins)
[break]
3. Work on the “Warm-up” activity (5-10 mins)
4. A short lecture on vocabulary by the tutor (5-10 mins)
5. Discuss the “Comprehension Questions” in a small group (10-15 mins)
6. Give your feedback to the class about the discussion (10-15 mins)
Course schedule/Required learning
| Course schedule | Required learning | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | - Course introduction - Paraphrasing and references - "Introduction" | Students understand the course syllabus. Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 2 | - Definition and metaphors - "Nuclear Waste" | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 3 | - Paragraph writing + Essay structure - “Interim storage” | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 4 | - Check your essay plan - “Permanent solution” | Students understand the content of the text. Students complete the first draft of their essay. |
| Class 5 | - Contrast - “Human intrusion | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 6 | - Peer-review of your essay - “Warning the future” (2) | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 7 | - Review/Final exam | Students review the 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)
Handouts
Reference books, course materials, etc.
To be provided in class
Assessment criteria and methods
Google Forms: 30%
Essay: 40%
Final exam: 30%
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
N/A
