2023 Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
English 5 14-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) - 3-4 Mon (W3-301(W331))
- Class
- 14-RW
- Course Code
- LAE.E211
- Number of credits
- 010
- Course offered
- 2023
- Offered quarter
- 1Q
- Syllabus updated
- Jul 8, 2025
- Language
- Japanese
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
English 5 is designed to improve students’ English language skills for academic purposes and provide them with more 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 English lectures, speaking before an audience, and developing skills to write paragraphs and short essays.
Course description and aims
By the end of this course, students will:
・be able to express their ideas and opinions in classes confidently
・be able to write paragraphs or short essays
・be able to better understand academic lectures
・practice effective reading strategies
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
Each topic in the designated textbook is carefully examined in increasing depth and from multiple perspectives: (1) “Motivating Students to Learn; (2) Comprehensive & Deeper Understanding; (3) Internalization & Integration; and (4) Output
By having students experience various topics through English, the texts provide knowledge and simultaneously facilitate critical thinking, thus vitalizing students’ learning and thinking processes through both tasks and the materials themselves. At the end of each unit, students are given an opportunity to express their thoughts and opinions on the topic in English.
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 | Course Introduction & Self Introduction. Unit 1: The Future of the Meat Market Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. | Be prepared to make a self-introduction, Prepare for Unit 1 |
| Class 2 | Unit 2: The Road to a Carbon-Free World Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing | Prepare for Unit 2 & Discussion Essay |
| Class 3 | Unit 3： The Meaning of a Healthy Lifestyle Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing | Prepare for Unit 3 & Discussion Essay |
| Class 4 | Unit 4: Keys to a Successful Job Interview Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing | Prepare for Unit 4 & Discussion Essay |
| Class 5 | Unit 5: The Healing Power of Animals Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing | Prepare for Unit 5 & Discussion Essay |
| Class 6 | Unit 6: Measures to Help Job Seekers Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing | Prepare for Unit 6 & Discussion Essay |
| Class 7 | Unit 7: Uncovering the Secrets of Water Points of grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing Final Exam | Prepare Unit 7 Review of 1Q & 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)
INTEGRITY Intermediate 海外メディア映像から深める ４技能・教養英語【中級編】（金星堂）
ISBN: 978-4-7647-4175-1
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 will be based on participation and in-class performance (30%), assignments (30%), and unit exams (40%)
*The assignment tasks include each Mini Quiz - checking words, vocabulary, grammar, etc. learned in each unit - (10%) and TWO Discussion Essay (20%).
Related courses
- LAE.E111 ： English 1
- LAE.E112 ： English 2
- LAE.E113 ： English 3
- LAE.E114 ： English 4
- LAE.E212 ： English 6
- LAE.E213 ： English 7
- LAE.E214 ： English 8
- LAE.E311 ： English 9
Prerequisites
None
Other
None