2023 Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
English 2 35
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Mariko Anno
- Class Format
- Exercise (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - 1-2 Thu (M-155(H1104))
- Class
- 35
- Course Code
- LAE.E112
- Number of credits
- 010
- Course offered
- 2023
- Offered quarter
- 2Q
- Syllabus updated
- Jul 8, 2025
- Language
- Japanese
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
English 2 follows English 1 to solidify the foundational skills for effective communication in English as well as to foster international awareness, as both are typically required in the globally expanding domain of scientific and technological research activities. It also prepares students to study or do research abroad in the future. Students are assigned training exercises that cover the four language skills — reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The reading and listening materials include topics such as international and intercultural issues as well as the fundamentals of science and technology. Practice exercises in writing and speaking are provided so that students can develop communication competence to participate in discussions and conferences where opinions are exchanged through both text and speech. TOEFL-type exercise problems are also used in the course.
This course aims to establish a solid base on which students can build toward a higher level of communication competence specifically in an English language environment. The base is, as mentioned in "Course description and aims" of English 1, composed of three elements: (1) identifying relevant information accurately, (2) exercising fair judgement to form a valid opinion, and (3) stating opinions clearly and persuasively.
Each student is assigned to a group led by an instructor. Instructors for each group conduct the course using the "Course description and aims" and "Student learning outcomes" as the basic framework. "Class direction," "Course schedule," and other information below explain the features of each class.
Course description and aims
By the end of this course, students will:
・Strengthen practical English abilities that are required for learning at university and for research activities both in Japan and abroad
・Be able to accurately grasp the main ideas and arguments of written and spoken materials in diverse areas including international and intercultural issues, science, and technology
・Have increased their knowledge of effective vocabulary and expressions to actively communicate their ideas and opinions in English
・Be able to write their own short paragraphs with a clear purpose
・Be able to state their opinions with good organization
Student learning outcomes
実務経験と講義内容との関連 (又は実践的教育内容)
An instructor with work experience as a performer will provide hands-on experience in the performing arts, based on practice in the field that fosters critical thinking and encourages creativity and self-expression.
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
Attendance is taken at each class. Students are required to listen and read the assigned materials and complete assignments before class, preparing for focused discussions of their content. (Note: Syllabus is subject to change based on the level, needs, and actual number of students.)
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | 1. Introduction to Course 2. Unit 5: The Sounds of Our Lives 3. How to write a paragraph and cite sources | identify course aims; acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing our lives |
| Class 2 | 1. Unit 5: The Sounds of Our Lives 2. Draft of writing assignment due + Peer-review | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing our lives; learn how to write a paragraph and cite sources |
| Class 3 | 1. Unit 6: Everyday Heroes 2. Submit second draft of writing assignment into T2SCHOLA | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing heroes; assess peer’s draft and give constructive feedback |
| Class 4 | 1. Unit 6: Everyday Heroes 2. Feedback on writing assignment | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing heroes; receive feedback on assignment |
| Class 5 | 1. Quiz 2. Unit 7: Take care of yourself | demonstrate knowledge of course material; acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing health |
| Class 6 | 1. Unit 7: Take care of yourself 2. Final Project: Group Presentations (1) | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing endangered languages; articulate ideas and opinions on issues |
| Class 7 | 1. Review of Material 2. Final Project: Group Presentations (2) | consolidate key concepts from units 5-7; articulate ideas and opinions on issues; deliver a group presentation |
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)
Frazier, Laurie L. 2019. NorthStar: Listening & Speaking, Level 2, Student Book with Mobile App & Resources, 5th Edition. White Plains, New York: Pearson Education. (ISBN: 978-0-13-523266-8)
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Additional reading materials may be assigned throughout the term.
Evaluation methods and criteria
Class Participation: 25%
Homework, and In-class and Writing Assignments: 30%
Quiz: 15%
Final Project: Group Presentation and Paper: 30%
Related courses
- LAE.E111 ： English 1
- LAE.E113 ： English 3
- LAE.E114 ： English 4
- LAE.E211 ： English 5
- LAE.E212 ： English 6
- LAE.E213 ： English 7
- LAE.E214 ： English 8
- LAE.E311 ： English 9
Prerequisites
None
Other
None