Introduction to English Language Studies

(英米文化入門演習・4単位)

授業概要・Course Description
This seminar class aims to prepare students for success in acquiring English. Students will learn about the culture of the English classroom and practice study skills for learning vocabulary, self-correction in writing and speaking as well as a number of self-study methods.

授業目標・Course Objectives
Understanding of cultural differences in the English classroom, study of 1000 English words, effective language study skills, basic sentence writing and self-correction of common errors

授業方法・Methods of Instruction
Listening, speaking and writing activities, vocabulary study, self-study

English for Travel and Tourism

(オーラル ・コミュニケーション I-II・２単位)

授業概要・Course Description
The aim of this course is to develop students’ listening and speaking abilities, focusing on English necessary for daily activities. This course puts special emphasis on English for travel and tourism. Students in the course participate in an extensive speaking program outside of class as well as a speech contest.

授業目標・Course Objectives
Improved spoken fluency, improved listening comprehension, English for travel and tourism, confidence in public speaking

授業方法・Methods of Instruction
Listening and speaking activities, role-plays, extensive conversation program, making speeches

Discussion, Presentation and Debate

(オーラル ・コミュニケーション III-IV・2 単位)

授業概要・Course Description
This course introduces students to conversation and topic-based discussion skills. Students will practice discussing everyday topics, world events, and academic subjects; thinking critically; developing arguments; giving presentations and holding debates.

授業目標・Course Objectives
Improved fluency in spoken English, critical thinking, skills for developing an argument, conducting discussions, presentations, and debates

授業方法・Methods of Instruction
Discussion, debate, presentation, reading

Reading and Discussion

(ベシック・イングリシュ・スキルズ IA-IB・2単位)

授業概要・Course Description
This course provides students with basic reading and discussion practice. In class, students read a variety of short texts, focusing on grammar and vocabulary as well as a number of useful reading strategies. Some exercises will help students succeed on TOEIC & TOEFL tests. Students will also spend some time discussing topics of interest in order to reinforce discussion skills. Outside of class, students will participate in an extensive reading program designed to foster their enjoyment of reading and raise their reading fluency.

授業目標・Course Objectives
Improved vocabulary and grammar knowledge, reading comprehension, and discussion skills

授業方法・Methods of Instruction
Reading practice, discussion, independent study

Academic Writing

(ベシック・イングリシュ・スキルズ IIA-IIB・2単位)

授業概要・Course Description
This course provides students with extensive practice in academic writing. Students plan, draft, and revise a number of short writing assignments, beginning with expository paragraphs in the first semester, and moving on to longer compositions in the second semester. Students in the course will keep a Writing Portfolio, composed of work done in all language classes.

授業目標・Course Objectives
Understanding of English academic writing style, planning and organizing writing projects, paragraph and essay structure, editing and revising

授業方法・Methods of Instruction
Interactive, student-centred writing tasks

Computer-Assisted Language Learning

(情報と英語コミュニケーション I-II・2単位)

授業概要・Course Description
Students in CALL I-II will practice basic computer skills: PC operation and typing, with a focus on Microsoft Word and Excel software. Students will also practice communicative skills by doing a number of short projects. Practice ALC Net Academy will develop students’ TOEIC skills. Other self-study methods and resources will be discussed in the course.

授業目標・Course Objectives
Use of word processor, basic typing skills (20-25 words per minute), Power Point skills, TOEIC preparation

授業方法・Methods of Instruction
Lecture, workshop, independent study using ALC Net Academy