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2024　English 7 30-LS

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Academic unit or major
English language courses
Instructor(s)
Watanabe Miui 
Class Format
Exercise     
Media-enhanced courses
Day/Period(Room No.)
-
Group
30-LS
Course number
LAE.E213
Credits
1
Academic year
2024
Offered quarter
3Q
Syllabus updated
2024/3/14
Lecture notes updated
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Language used
Japanese
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Course description and aims

English 7 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 an unit 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 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 will consist of a listening exam based on an unit covered in the semester.

Course schedule/Required learning

  Course schedule Required learning
Class 1 Introduction Understand course objectives
Class 2 “Unit 1: Bringing Dreams to Life” Part 1: Listening, speaking, and pronunciation Textbook pp. 2-12
Class 3 “Unit 1: Bringing Dreams to Life” Part 2: TED Talks, presentation Textbook pp. 13-21
Class 4 “Unit 3: To the Rescue!” Part 1: Listening, speaking, and pronunciation Textbook pp. 42-51
Class 5 “Unit 3: To the Rescue!” Part 2: TED Talks, presentation Textbook pp. 52-61
Class 6 “Unit 4: Beyond Limits” Part 1: Listening, speaking, and pronunciation Textbook pp. 62-72
Class 7 “Unit 4: Beyond Limits” Part 2: TED Talks; Final Exam Textbook pp. 73-81

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: 30%
Assignments: 30%
Final Exam: 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.E214 ： English 8
  • LAE.E311 ： English 9

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

None

Other

None

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