ERPEnglish Reinforcement Program

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 first four chapters of the textbook to firstly review English paragraph structure, secondly to reinforce understanding of and ability to produce unified and coherent writing, thirdly to utilize and cite outside resources (references), and fourthly to apply this knowledge and skill to write a basic essay. 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.

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

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: Paragraph Structure
Discussion

Writing Practice Draft

3[対面/face to face]：Chapter 1: Paragraph Structure
Writing Practice Draft pair review

Writing Practice Final

4[対面/face to face]：Chapter 1: Paragraph Structure
Writing Practice Final group review

Review Chapter 1

5[対面/face to face]：Chapter 2: Unity and Coherence
Discussion

Writing 1 Draft

6[対面/face to face]：Chapter 2: Unity and Coherence
Writing 1 Draft pair review

Writing 1 Final

7[対面/face to face]：Writing 1 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 2: Unit and Coherence
Discussion 1 – 10%

Review Chapter 2

8[対面/face to face]：Writing 1 Final feedback
Chapter 3: Using Outside Sources
Discussion

Writing 2 Draft

9[対面/face to face]：Chapter 3: Using Outside Sources
Writing 2 Draft pair review

Writing 2 Final

10[対面/face to face]：Writing 2 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 3: Using Outside Sources
Discussion 2 – 10%

Review Chapter 3

11[対面/face to face]：Writing 2 Final feedback
Chapter 4: From Paragraph to Essay
Discussion

Writing 3 Draft

12[対面/face to face]：Chapter 4: From Paragraph to Essay
Writing 3 Draft pair review

Writing 3 Final

13[対面/face to face]：Writing 3 Final DUE – 10%
Chapter 4: From Paragraph to Essay
Discussion 3 – 10%
CEFR Self-Evaluation (Final) / Student surveys

Review Chapter 4
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 4); Essays with Online Practice & Digital Resources,
5th Edition, Pearson (ISBN: ‎ 978-0136838630 )

● 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)

Richard Francis is from California, USA. He went to college and finished a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and moved to Japan to teach English. Richard Francis has worked for famous Eikaiwa’s, a boutique English school, and in Japanese elementary and junior high schools. Early on, in his time in Japan, he joined Japan’s largest executive search firm and consulted top international companies. Richard Francis brings his academic background, real-world sales and customer service experience, and above all, passion to teach English to his lessons.

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+