2023 Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
English 5 41-RW
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Kumiko Kiuchi
- Class Format
- Exercise (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - 3-4 Thu (S2-202(S223))
- Class
- 41-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
Before class:
1. Complete the worksheet.
2. Fill out the pre-class assignment on the Google Form.
[Review from last week, “Vocabulary” and “Expressions” sections]
In-class
1. Lecture on English skills (10-20 mins)
2. Work on some exercises in a small group (10 mins)
[break]
3. Work on the “Warm-up” activity (5-10 mins)
4. A short lecture on vocabulary by the tutor (5-10 mins)
5. Discuss the “Comprehension Questions” in a small group (10-15 mins)
6. Give your feedback to the class about the discussion (10-15 mins)
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | - Course introduction - Paraphrasing and references - "Introduction" | Students understand the course syllabus. Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 2 | - Definition and metaphors - "Nuclear Waste" | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 3 | - Paragraph writing + Essay structure - “Interim storage” | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 4 | - Check your essay plan - “Permanent solution” | Students understand the content of the text. Students complete the first draft of their essay. |
| Class 5 | - Contrast - “Human intrusion | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 6 | - Peer-review of your essay - “Warning the future” (2) | Students understand the content of the text. |
| Class 7 | - Review/Final exam | Students review the content of the course. |
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)
Handouts
Reference books, course materials, etc.
To be provided in class
Evaluation methods and criteria
Google Forms: 30%
Essay: 40%
Final exam: 30%
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
N/A