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2023　English 8 30-LS

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Academic unit or major
English language courses
Instructor(s)
Watanabe Miui 
Class Format
Exercise    (Face-to-face)
Media-enhanced courses
Day/Period(Room No.)
Thr3-4(W3-707(W371))  
Group
30-LS
Course number
LAE.E214
Credits
1
Academic year
2023
Offered quarter
4Q
Syllabus updated
2023/3/20
Lecture notes updated
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Language used
Japanese
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Course description and aims

Based on English 7, English 8 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, 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

The course is subdivided into three 2-week sessions, each based on a chapter of the textbook. In the first week, students will be introduced to the topic and relevant vocabulary, while developing listening and speaking skills. The second week will revolve around a relevant TED talk (or other audio/visual materials) and class activities aimed to enhance English communication skills. Students are expected to actively participate in class/group discussions, and regularly give presentations.
The final exam consists of an individual presentation and a reflection paper.

Course schedule/Required learning

  Course schedule Required learning
Class 1 Review of English 7; “Unit 5: Stress: Friend or Foe?” Part 1: Listening, speaking, and pronunciation Textbook pp. 82-92
Class 2 “Unit 5: Stress: Friend or Foe?” Part 2: TED Talks, presentation Textbook pp. 93-101
Class 3 “Unit 7: Live and Learn” Part 1: Listening, speaking, and pronunciation Textbook pp. 122-133
Class 4 “Unit 7: Live and Learn” Part 2: TED Talks, presentation Textbook pp. 134-141
Class 5 “Unit 8: DIY: Do It Yourself” Part 1: Listening, speaking, and pronunciation Textbook pp. 142-151
Class 6 “Unit 8: DIY: Do It Yourself” Part 2: TED Talks Textbook pp. 152-161
Class 7 Review of course; Final Exam Review of entire 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)

21st Century Communications: Listening, Speaking and Critical Thinking 3, [Cengage], ISBN: 978-1-305-95546-2

Reference books, course materials, etc.

Handouts will be provided when necessary

Assessment criteria and methods

Class contribution, assignments: 60%
Final Presentation: 40%

Related courses

  • LAE.E111 ： English 1
  • LAE.E112 ： English 2
  • LAE.E113 ： English 3
  • LAE.E114 ： English 4
  • LAE.E211 ： English 5
  • LAE.E212 ： English 6
  • LAE.E213 ： English 7
  • LAE.E311 ： English 9

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

None

Other

None.

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