2022 Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
English 4 19-RW
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Ahram Han
- Class Format
- Exercise (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - 1-2 Mon (W935)
- Class
- 19-RW
- Course Code
- LAE.E114
- Number of credits
- 010
- Course offered
- 2022
- Offered quarter
- 4Q
- Syllabus updated
- Jul 10, 2025
- Language
- Japanese
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
English 4 is designed to improve students’ English language skills for academic purposes and provide them with knowledge in relevant areas. The materials include topics such as international and intercultural issues as well as current topics of science and technology. Expectations require students to practice: reading academic articles, listening to lectures in English, speaking in front of an audience, and writing paragraphs and short essays.
There are two types of classes in English 4. RW classes focus on reading comprehension and skill in written composition, and LS classes focus on listening and oral expression.
Each student is assigned to a class and instructors for each class conduct the course using “Course description and aims”, “Student learning outcomes”, and “Keywords” as the basic framework.
Course description and aims
By the end of this course, students will:
・ Have improved their English skills required for learning at university and for research activities
・ Be able to understand written and spoken materials correctly in diverse areas including international and intercultural issues, science, and technology
・ Be able to write paragraphs and short essays with unity and coherence
・ Have gained confidence in using English to state their opinions and improved their oral expression skills.
Keywords
Four language skills, fostering international awareness, communication skills, studying abroad, TOEFL
Competencies
- Specialist skills
- Intercultural skills
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Practical and/or problem-solving skills
Class flow
The lessons use the textbook to develop students' reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary skills through relevant activities, exercises, thinking, and discussions.
Students are required to read the assigned section of the textbook and answer questions in preparation for class. Classes consist of a review session and exercises aimed at enhancing students' reading/writing skills.
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Unit 11. Dialects: How English is spoken across the world. Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. | Prepare for Unit 11 & Extension Exercise |
| Class 2 | Unit 13. Mentalism: Mastering the human brain. Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. | Prepare for Unit 13 & Extension Exercise |
| Class 3 | Unit 15. Memory Hack: The one study habit every student needs to know. Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. | Prepare for Unit 15 & Extension Exercise |
| Class 4 | Unit 16. New Solar Power: A breakthrough in clean energy. Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. | Prepare for Unit 16 & Extension Exercise |
| Class 5 | Unit 17. Vaccines: A history of keeping us safe. Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. | Prepare for Unit 17 & Extension Exercise |
| Class 6 | Unit 18. International Space Station: Is it worth the money? Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. | Prepare for Unit 18 & Extension Exercise |
| Class 7 | Unit 20. Helping Hands: The growing role of robots in Japan. Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. Final Exam Final Exam | Prepare Unit 20 & Extension Exercise Review of 4Q & Final Exam |
Study advice (preparation and review)
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.
Textbook(s)
Understanding the World Today（成美堂）
ISBN:978-4-791-97254-8
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Other materials may be suggested or uploaded for students by the teacher during the term.
Evaluation methods and criteria
Evaluation based on in-class performance (20%), assignments (40%), and the final exam (40%)
Related courses
- LAE.E111 ： English 1
- LAE.E112 ： English 2
- LAE.E113 ： English 3
- LAE.E211 ： English 5
- LAE.E212 ： English 6
- LAE.E213 ： English 7
- LAE.E214 ： English 8
- LAE.E311 ： English 9
Prerequisites
None
Other
None