English 8 4-LS

Academic unit or major

English language courses

Instructor(s)

Nanako Matsumoto

Class Format

Exercise

Media-enhanced courses

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Day of week/Period
(Classrooms)

Class

4-LS

Course Code

LAE.E214

Number of credits

010

Course offered

2026

Offered quarter

4Q

Syllabus updated

Mar 16, 2026

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)

This course is taught by an instructor with practical experience in translation, interpreting, and international trade. Leveraging this expertise, the course aims to raise students' awareness of opportunities such as studying or working abroad and to cultivate individuals who can excel in the global community.

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

Through lesson-related assignments and activities, students will enhance their English listening and speaking skills and deepen cross-cultural understanding.

Course schedule/Objectives

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)

CENGAGE，Pathways: LS, and Critical Thinking, Third Edition, ＜Book 4＞, Student Book with Spark Access + e-Book (1 year access) 978-0-357-97927-3

Reference books, course materials, etc.

Printed materials will be provided as necessary.

Evaluation methods and criteria

Class contribution and Classwork: 10%
Assignments: 40%
Quizzes: 20％
Final Exam: 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

Other

The schedule and/or content of classes may be adjusted based on students' level of understanding and other factors.