法学部Faculty of Law

This course uses contemporary topics to develop the four major language skills; reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The course offers students opportunities to read, discuss, give presentations and write about contemporary topics. Through this course, students will; improve their confidence when communicating in English, gain effective communication skills, increase their vocabulary and improve pronunciation and fluency in speech.

The goal of this class is for students to demonstrate English proficiency through giving presentations, discussing issues and writing response essays.

ディプロマポリシーのうち、「DP1」、「DP2」、「DP3」、「DP4」に強く関連。

英語 / English

Due to the pandemic management protocols, this class shall be held online using two primary platforms, Zoom and Google Classroom. Class meetings will be held on Zoom, while materials and assignments will be posted on Google Classroom. Class activities will also involve watching Youtube videos and engaging with other online content.

Students are encouraged to download and install Zoom and Google Classroom applications on their computers or tablets. Instructional videos on how to use these platforms are freely available online. All students should study such material to gain familiarity with the basic functions of these learning platforms before the beginning of classes. Before the first class, the ID and passwords for joining Zoom and Google Classroom will be posted on Hopii.

We will have two basic class styles.
1. Online using Zoom.
The majority of classes will follow this style. Students are expected to check-in for some live interaction/discussions at the regular class time. After that, you will receive assignments, whether videos, slides, or readings, that you have to access and respond to within the class time. If you do not check-in or do not complete your assigned work, you will be considered absent.

2.Assignment based.
Sometimes students will not be required to show up online during class time. Instead, you will complete assignments on Google Classroom in your free time. This lesson style is more flexible, allowing you do to do the work when it is convenient for you. However, you need to observe the deadlines for assignments.

Students are also expected to give presentations and write essays or journal entries. Active participation in class is a basic requirement of this course and will contribute to the final grade. The instructor will typically introduce topics during the first half of each class, and the remainder of the time will be devoted to peer interaction among the students.


Assignments
All assignments are to be submitted using Google Classroom. The instructor will use the same platform, Google Classroom, to provide feedback to the students.

あり / Yes

なし / No

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

1：Course Materials and Orientation

Introductions and Orientation

2：Theme 1: Education

Education in Japan
Education in other countries

3：Theme 1: Education

Online Education
The future of Education
Presentations

4：Theme 2: Technology

Education and Technology
Automation and Artificial Intelligence

5：Theme 2: Technology

Biotechnology
Technology and farming
Technology and medicine

6：Theme 2: Technology

Presentations

7：Theme 3: Global Politics

Political Left and Right
Immigration and Nationalism

8：Theme 3: Global Politics

Technology and Politics
Government and Individual Responsibility

9：Theme 4: Sports and Entertainment

Sports in Popular Culture
Movies and Music

10：Theme 4: Sports and Entertainment

National vs International Culture in Entertainment
Presentations

11：Communication Techniques 1

Objectives in communication
Effective presentation skills

12：Communication Techniques 2

Effective writing skills

13：Final Presentations

Final Presentations

14：Final Presentations

Final Presentations
Final Essay Submission

The primary work for this class will be done in class. Students are expected to use their time outside of class to adequately prepare for class activities and complete assignments. Reading and preparing for individual or group-presentations will be the major outside-class activities.

There is no textbook for this class. Websites like Breaking News English and TED, and YouTube will be used to access authentic material for students to read, listen to or watch.

Students are encouraged to pay close attention to the list of news items, presentations and documentaries that the teacher will provide weekly.

The final grade will come from continuous evaluation throughout the semester with the following breakdown;
30% Reading and Quizzes
20% Attendance and Class Participation
20% Final Presentation
30% Final Essay

Not Applicable

Computer or tablet with internet access
Applications: Zoom, Google Classroom