English Reinforcement Program

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LANe100LD(英語 / English language education 100)
Writing & Discussion: Advanced II

Bridget Kim

Class code etc
Faculty/Graduate school English Reinforcement Program
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Year 2022
Class code A8160
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Term 秋学期授業/Fall
Day/Period 月3/Mon.3
Class Type
Campus 多摩
Classroom name 各学部・研究科等の時間割等で確認
Grade 1~4
Credit(s) 1
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Class taught by instructors with practical experience
SDGs CP
Urban Design CP
Diversity CP
Learning for the Future CP
Carbon Neutral CP
Chiyoda Campus Consortium
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Outline and objectives

This course, the highest level writing course in the ERP, aims to further develop students’ already significant English writing and discussion skills, by expanding their ability to write long paragraphs into essays consisting of a clear introduction, body, conclusion structure. It uses the second four chapters of the textbook to analyze and practice writing four different essay types: Process Essays, Cause / Effect Essays, Comparison / Contrast Essays, and finally Argumentative Essays. Through these units various writing skills are explored including organization, thesis statements, collocations, antonyms, summarizing, 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 critical thinking. 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.

Goal

By the end of this course, students will be better able to:
• write sophisticated, referenced, logical English essays (750w) on a range of academic and general topics
• be sensitive to the importance of citation and reference in academic writing and avoid plagiarism
• learn effective techniques for quoting, paraphrasing, summarizing, etc. the work of others
• deepen vocabulary related to target topics through in-class and further reading / research
• develop critical reading skills (identifying opinions and bias) using extended level-appropriate academic articles
• engage proactively in and facilitate discussions on a wide range of topics related to their fields of study
• communicate actively by employing strategies for explaining, reasoning, persuading, checking and confirming
• confidently express opinions supported by logical reasoning and convincing evidence
• work together with other students in collaborative projects

Default language used in class

英語 / English

Active learning in class (Group discussion, Debate.etc.)

あり / Yes

Fieldwork in class

なし / No

Schedule

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 5: Process Essays
Discussion

Writing Practice Draft

3[対面/face to face]:Chapter 5: Process Essays
Writing Practice Draft pair review

Writing Practice Final

4[対面/face to face]:Chapter 5: Process Essays
Writing Practice Final group review

Review Chapter 5

5[対面/face to face]:Chapter 6: Cause / Effect Essays
Discussion

Writing 1 Draft

6[対面/face to face]:Chapter 6: Cause / Effect Essays
Writing 1 Draft pair review

Writing 1 Final

7[対面/face to face]:Writing 1 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 6: Cause / Effect Essays
Discussion 1 – 10%

Review Chapter 6

8[対面/face to face]:Writing 1 Final feedback
Chapter 7: Comparison / Contrast Essays
Discussion

Writing 2 Draft

9[対面/face to face]:Chapter 7: Comparison / Contrast Essays
Writing 2 Draft pair review

Writing 2 Final

10[対面/face to face]:Writing 2 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 7: Comparison / Contrast Essays
Discussion 2 – 10%

Review Chapter 7

11[対面/face to face]:Writing 2 Final feedback
Chapter 8: Argumentative Essays
Discussion

Writing 3 Draft

12[対面/face to face]:Chapter 8: Argumentative Essays
Writing 3 Draft pair review

Writing 3 Final

13[対面/face to face]:Writing 3 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 8: Argumentative Essays
Discussion 3 – 10%
CEFR Self-Evaluation (Final) / Student surveys

Review Chapter 8
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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Work to be done outside of class (preparation, etc.)

Students will be expected to spend 2 hours a week preparing short speeches and discussion topics related to the textbook units, and writing draft and final (evaluated) writing assignments (essays). They will also be asked to set goals and develop study plans as part of their self-study.

Textbooks

● Longman Academic Writing Series (Level 4); Essays with Online Practice & Digital Resources,
5th Edition, Pearson (ISBN: ‎ 978-0136838630 )

References

● Supplementary in-class handouts (free)

Grading criteria

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)

Others

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.

Prerequisites

English proficiency requirement:
TOEFL® iBT 61+, TOEFL® ITP 500+, TOEIC® 625+, IELTS 6.0+ or EIKEN® CSE2.0 2400+ or English Placement Test α 730+