“Oral Expression in English” courses are devoted to improving students’ skills in speaking. Effective speaking also involves effective listening, so the classwork and homework in these courses require students to engage in speech and listening exercises.
Oral Expression in English 16 continues Oral Expression in English 15's focus on the improvement of oral skills while extending discussions to a broader range of topics.
By the end of this course, students will be able to speak for several minutes alone or in dialogues on a range of topics, while being mindful of the particular problems of pronunciation to which their attentions are directed during the quarter.
speaking, listening,oral communication, interactive
Specialist skills | ✔ Intercultural skills | ✔ Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
We will continue to explore a variety of issues based on topics relevant to the students' lives and experience. A group presentation will reinforce confident speaking.
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Language.Class discussion and group work. | Students will assess and respond to the materials provided under instruction. |
Class 2 | Appearance. Class discussion and group work. | Students will assess and respond to the materials provided under instruction. |
Class 3 | Manners and Etiquette. Class discussion and group work. | Students will assess and respond to the materials provided under instruction. |
Class 4 | Popular Culture. Class discussion and group work. | Students will assess and respond to the materials provided under instruction. |
Class 5 | Religion. Class discussion and group work. | Students will assess and respond to the materials provided under instruction. |
Class 6 | Presentation in class. | Delivery and assessment of Presentations as prepared. |
Class 7 | Review and Final Examination | Self-assessment and Interviews. |
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.
Materials provided.
none
Class participation and homework, 50%
Final Exam, 25%
Final Presentation, 25%
none
Students may contact me at jonathantokes[at]gmail.com
It is recommended that students take this course in sequence with LAE.E433.
Attendance at the first class is compulsory for students planning to take this course.