TOEFLのReadingとWritingの各セクションの試験形式・内容に留意しつつ、英語力を向上させる。
TOEFLのReading SectionおよびWriting セクションの得点を向上させると共に、英語圏の大学で教育を受けるのに必要な英語力を身につけることを目指す。
この授業科目は、次のような知識や能力を身につけることを目指す。
・ReadingおよWriting セクションを中心にTOEFLテストがどのようなもので、好成績を残すにはどのように取り組めば良いかを理解する。
・学問分野における英語の知識を広げると共に、英語の全般的なreadingとwritingの力を身につける。
TOEFL, 英語読解力、作文力、留学
専門力 | ✔ 教養力 | ✔ コミュニケーション力 | 展開力(探究力又は設定力) | 展開力(実践力又は解決力) |
We explore various essay topics using digital resources to acquire TOEFL writing skills. Students are expected to study the vocabulary to write an effective essay. They are also encouraged to read different articles to get familiar with essay questions.
授業計画 | 課題 | |
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第1回 | #1. Introduction to Course. Review of the current TOEFL test writing questions and skills: Writing for Academic Discussion | ・Identify course aims. Acquire writing skills for the TOEFL. ・Acquire effective writing phrases for the TOEFL. ・Find any resource to learn some typical topics for the TOEFL. |
第2回 | #2. Writing for Academic Discussion (1) -Writing exercise: “Is AI a dangerous technology... | ・Acquire effective writing phrases for the TOEFL. ・Find any resource to learn some typical topics for the TOEFL. |
第3回 | #3. Writing for Academic Discussion (2) -Writing exercise: “Overall, do devices like smartphones have a positive impact... | ・Acquire effective writing phrases for the TOEFL. ・Find any resource to learn some typical topics for the TOEFL. |
第4回 | #4. Writing for Academic Discussion (3) -Writing exercise: “Let’s prepare by discussing whether it’s better for students to take classes with a lot of discussions... | ・Acquire effective writing phrases for the TOEFL. ・Find any resource to learn some typical topics for the TOEFL. |
第5回 | #5. Writing for Academic Discussion (4) -Writing exercise: “Does social media cause more harm than good?” | ・Acquire effective writing phrases for the TOEFL. ・Find any resource to learn some typical topics for the TOEFL. |
第6回 | #6. Writing for Academic Discussion (5) -Writing exercise: “If you had to choose, would you say that students should be given grades or not?” | ・Acquire effective writing phrases for the TOEFL. ・Find any resource to learn some typical topics for the TOEFL. |
第7回 | #7. Writing for Academic Discussion (6) -Writing exercise: “What are your thoughts on the social media influencer?” | ・A comprehensive review will be conducted through the final assignment. ・Take TOEFL and demonstrate knowledge of class materials. |
学修効果を上げるため,教科書や配布資料等の該当箇所を参照し,「毎授業」授業内容に関する予習と復習(課題含む)をそれぞれ概ね100分を目安に行うこと。
Handouts
Test Resources: TOEFL Writing Questions (2023 edition) – Sample Essays and Questions:
https://www.toeflresources.com/sample-toefl-essays/sample-essays-i/
BBC: http://www.bbc.com/news
National Geographic: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/
New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/
Scientific American: http://www.scientificamerican.com/
Quizzes: 30%, assignment: 40%, final assignment: 30% (mandate)
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本科目は「TOEFL対策セミナー(Reading and Writing)第四」と共に履修することが望ましい。
この授業の履修を計画している学生は必ず初回の授業に出席すること。