国際文化学部Faculty of Intercultural Communication

Native English-speaking instructors teach this course using communicative English language pedagogy and classroom practices common in English as a Second Language (ESL) programs at universities in English-speaking countries. So students are expected to advance all their language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.The course will focus on helping students realize studying abroad is not just a dream for them, but will soon be a reality. Since all students are scheduled to study abroad within one-year after the course begins, students should start actively preparing themselves for their study abroad experience.

The goal of the course is to: 1) develop students' English language skills and abilities to interact more naturally in English, and 2) give students the sociolinguistic confidence and communication skills necessary for a successful study trip abroad.

国際文化学部のディプロマポリシーのうち、「DP1」「DP3」に関連。

英語 / English

When the university's Action Policy (Conduct Guideline) Level is 2, this class will be conducted online in principle. Details will be communicated via the Learning Managing System.

Various oral discourse themes will be introduced and practiced. The instructor's roles will be that of a co-communicator, facilitator, guide and helper. Students will be expected to: 1) actively participate in classroom activities, 2) ask questions in class, 3) prepare weekly homework assignments at home, and 4) review lessons at home. Students will receive feedback and comments on homework assignments and in class activities throughout the term.

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。

Week 1[対面/face to face]：Class Orientation:
Requirements of the all-English Classroom

Brief English lecture on course content, students’ responsibilities, and grading criteria. Students take notes, followed by short class discussion and question and answer session on the differences between the all-English classroom environment and classes where English is taught through Japanese translation.

Week 2[対面/face to face]：Introductory Learning Strategies:
When in Doubt, Ask a Question.

Brief English lecture on concept of learning strategies. Students take notes, followed by short class discussion and pair work practice using confirmation questions to check and clarify meaning in English conversations.

Week 3[対面/face to face]：More Learning Strategies:
Breaking Old Bad Habits

Brief English lecture on typical social behavior and coping strategies Japanese students often employ that are not effective or appropriate in an overseas setting.
Students take notes, followed by short class discussion and question and answer session on what social habits and behavior students need to change to have a truly successful study abroad experience.

Week 4[対面/face to face]：Learning Strategies:
Knowing What You Don’t Know Can Make Learning Easy and Fun

Brief English lecture, and reading on effective listening and reading strategies that help students identify unknown expressions and concepts more quickly, so they can
develop a more fluid interactive learning style that allows them to ask for help more easily and thus making learning more enjoyable.

Week 5[対面/face to face]：Food: as a reflection of culture.

Listening, reading, and pair work exercises on food as a reflection of culture.

Week 6[対面/face to face]：Food: as a social tool.

Listening, reading, and small group discussions on the concept of food as a social tool.

Week 7[対面/face to face]：Health: yours and healthcare around the world.

Listening, reading, pair work exercises, and small group discussions on healthcare in different countries.

Week 8[対面/face to face]：Politics. Explaining your system, and understand others.

Listening, reading, pair work exercises, and small group discussions on political systems in different countries.

Week 9[対面/face to face]：Money. Value and price in different cultures.

Listening, reading, pair work exercises, and small group discussions on value and price in different countries.

Week 10[対面/face to face]：Travel. A practical issue.

Listening, reading, and pair work exercises on the practical issue of travel.

Week 11[対面/face to face]：Transport as it reflects the needs of its users.

Listening, reading, and small group discussions on the concept of a transportation system being a reflection of the needs of its users.

Week 12[対面/face to face]：Belief: religion and belief in Japan and elsewhere.

Listening, reading, and small group discussions on the concept of religion and belief systems being in Japan and elsewhere.

Week 13[対面/face to face]：Saying ‘Goodbye’. How we take our leave.

Listening, reading, small group discussions, and written exercises on different ways of saying ‘Goodbye’ depending on the situation.

Week 14[対面/face to face]：Examination/Review.

Examination/Review

Textual preparation and work for Presentations will be necessary. The standard preparation and review time for this class is four hours per week: 2 hours preparation and 2 hours review.

People Like Us Too, Simon Greenall. Macmillan Pub.

An English to English Dictionary is recommended.

40% In Class Evaluation
20% Homework
40% Final Examination/Term Project
Based on the grading criteria set by the instructor, students that successfully achieve 60% or more of course goals will be able to earn a passing grade for the course.

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