ERPEnglish Reinforcement Program

This course, the lowest-level writing course in the ERP, aims to support and strengthen students’ existing writing and discussion skills, by building a solid foundation of English vocabulary and grammar structures to allow simple written and oral communication on a range of engaging topics and situations. It uses the first three chapters in the textbook firstly to confirm students’ understanding of and ability to write basic English paragraphs, secondly to analyze and practice listing-order (“first…second…” etc.) paragraphs, and thirdly to build students’ ability to write written instructions, requests and so on. These writing skills are always balanced with speaking and discussion tasks on a variety of engaging topics, with a focus on encouraging active engagement, learner autonomy, and confidence. In class, students will receive verbal feedback individually from both their instructor and classmates to help them identify and improve their weak areas. For assigned tasks, students will receive verbal and/or written feedback from their instructor on general progress and points to improve.

By the end of this course, students will be better able to:
• compose complex, multi-clause English sentences and become familiar with standard conjunctions
• write coherent, logical English extended paragraphs on a range of topics (300 words in length)
• build general vocabulary related to the reading, writing and discussion topics
• improve reading skills (skimming, scanning, comprehension) using short, level-appropriate articles
• engage in and lead simple discussions on a range of topics
• manage common written communication tasks (e.g. emails) in English both in Japan and when travelling abroad
• communicate actively by employing simple strategies for explaining, checking and confirming
• confidently express opinions supported by simple reasoning
• work together with other students in simple collaborative projects

英語 / English

あり / Yes

なし / No

授業形態/methods of teaching：対面/face to face

※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[オンライン/online]：Orientation & introductions
Course preview
Study planning

Write down three SMART learning goals for this course

2[対面/face to face]：CEFR Self-Evaluation (Initial)
Chapter 1: Describing People
Discussion

Prepare a discussion topic based on Chapter 1

3[対面/face to face]：Chapter 1: Describing People
Discussion

Writing 1 Draft

4[対面/face to face]：Chapter 1: Describing People
Writing 1 Draft pair review

Writing 1 Final

5[対面/face to face]：Writing 1 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 1: Describing People
Discussion 1 – 10%

Review Chapter 1

6[対面/face to face]：Writing 1 Final feedback
Chapter 2: Listing-Order Paragraphs

Prepare a discussion topic based on Chapter 2

7[対面/face to face]：Chapter 2: Listing-Order Paragraphs
Discussion

Writing 2 Draft

8[対面/face to face]：Chapter 2: Listing-Order Paragraphs
Writing 2 Draft pair review

Writing 2 Final

9[対面/face to face]：Writing 2 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 2: Listing-Order Paragraphs
Discussion 2 – 10%

Review Chapter 2

10[対面/face to face]：Writing 2 Final feedback
Chapter 3: Giving Instructions

Prepare a discussion topic based on Chapter 3

11[対面/face to face]：Chapter 3: Giving Instructions
Discussion

Writing 3 Draft

12[対面/face to face]：Chapter 3: Giving Instructions
Writing 3 Draft pair review

Writing 3 Final

13[対面/face to face]：Writing 3 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 3: Giving Instructions
Discussion 3 – 10%
CEFR Self-Evaluation (Final) / Student surveys

Review Chapter 3
Prepare a short speech on “What I learned in this course”

14[対面/face to face]：Writing 3 Final feedback
Course review / Study planning

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Students will be expected to spend 2 hours a week completing homework assignments (preparing short speeches, preparing for discussions, and writing draft and final writing assignments). They will also be asked to set goals and develop study plans as part of their self-study.

● Longman Academic Writing Series (Level 2); Paragraphs SB w/App, Online Practice & Digital Resources,
3rd Edition, Pearson (ISBN: 978-0136769996 )

● Supplementary in-class handouts (free)

Attendance: Five or more absences will result in a failing grade; 30 minutes late arrival or early leave equals absence
Participation: 40% (Involvement & Improvement, Homework Completion); Discussion 30% (Message, Language, Clarity, Contribution); Writing 30% (Message, Structure, Accuracy, Evidence)

Bridget Kim is from New York City, USA. She majored in Criminal Justice, and has a Baccalaureate in Psychology, minoring in Asian Studies. Prior to working at Hosei University, she has been an Assistant Educator, a Teaching Assistant and a Student Tutor in the United States. In addition, she has also been a Translator and a Japanese Liaison Officer at Comic and Anime conferences. Her experience as a University Instructor includes classes on Presentations, Discussions, Essay Writing and Listening. Bridget’s educational background combined with her experience teaching a variety of subject matters, ensure learners are always actively engaged and fulfilled during her lessons.

English proficiency requirement:
TOEFL® iBT 45-51, TOEFL® ITP 450-469, TOEIC® 500-549, IELTS 5.0 or EIKEN® CSE2.0 2200+ or English Placement Test α 640-689