2025 (Current Year) Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
English 8 4-LS
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Mariko Anno
- Class Format
- Exercise
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - Class
- 4-LS
- Course Code
- LAE.E214
- Number of credits
- 010
- Course offered
- 2025
- Offered quarter
- 4Q
- Syllabus updated
- Mar 19, 2025
- Language
- Japanese
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
Based on English 7, English 8 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
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, 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. This course is designed to be a student-centered, interactive course with students discussing and debating on various topics. New vocabulary and grammar will be routinely introduced to enable students to articulate ideas more clearly and to facilitate discussions. Students are required to listen to and/or read assigned materials 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 6: Anthropology/ Biology (1) | identify course aims; acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing anthropology/ biology |
| Class 2 | 1. Unit 6: Anthropology/ Biology (2) 2. Unit 7: Technology (1) | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing biology and technology |
| Class 3 | Unit 7: Technology (2) | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing technology |
| Class 4 | 1. Midterm Exam 2. Unit 8: Political Science (1) | demonstrate knowledge of course material; acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing political science |
| Class 5 | 1. Unit 8: Political Science (2) 2. Unit 9: Linguistics (1) | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing political science and linguistics |
| Class 6 | 1. Unit 9: Linguistics (2) 2. Final Group Presentations (1) | acquire vocabulary, phrases, and concepts relevant for discussing linguistics; articulate ideas and opinions on issues; deliver a group presentation |
| Class 7 | 1. Review of Material 2. Final Group Presentations (2) | consolidate key concepts from units 6-9; 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)
Beglar, David, and Neil Murray. 2017. Contemporary Topics 3, Advanced. 21st Century Skills for Academic Success. 4th ed. Hoboken, NJ: Pearson Education. (ISBN: 9780134400792)
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Additional reading materials and handouts will be provided throughout the term.
Evaluation methods and criteria
Class Participation: 25%
Homework and In-class Assignments: 25%
Midterm Exam: 20%
Final Project: Group Presentation and Paper: 30%
Related courses
- LAE.E111 ： English 1
- LAE.E112 ： English 2
- LAE.E113 ： English 3
- LAE.E114 ： English 4
- LAE.E211 ： English 5
- LAE.E212 ： English 6
- LAE.E213 ： English 7
- LAE.E311 ： English 9
Prerequisites
None