授業の目的

The goals of this course are:
1. To improve conversational competence through task-based activities.
2. To increase L2 independence/fluency in various situations.
3. To develop debate and discussion skills on diverse topics.

教育内容

The class will focus on functional language and interaction . Each lesson will have a language function and/or discussion topic along with appropriate situational dialogues and tasks for students to complete through partner and group conversation. To encourage an immersive environment and natural use of English, students will be given a variety of situational dialogues and roleplays. Internet resources such as Youtube will be utilized to provide authentic language use.

教育方法

[All classes will be held in person and on campus]
The instructor will provide a review speaking/listening quiz based on the previous lesson's target language and function in the beginning of each class. The instructor will then introduce the target language, goals, and topic/ theme of the lesson. This is followed by whole class brainstorming about said topic/theme. Students are then given dialogues to memorize and build on, pair/group work for drills and practice, then a larger group task for students to interact independently. This final task will determine whether students can use the language as directed and practiced as well as be the time for the instructor to decide daily scores. The instructor will end the class by reminding students of the speaking activity (homework) for the week and next week preparation using Google Classroom.

These include the following:
1. Review Quizzes
2. In-class Performance
3. After class speaking tasks

[Information about feedback]
All scores will be recorded on Google Classroom along with comments on each assignment.

準備学修（予習・復習）

[Study time required outside of lessons: 15 hours]
Students upload a short speaking task reflecting on the previous lesson's tasks on Google Classroom. Students will also prepare for a listening and/or speaking quiz at the beginning of each lesson. Questions and answers will also be given to students to prepare them for the themes and discussions of the following lessons. Each assignment may require 10-30 minutes for practice, recording, and uploading.

All students have access to the online English B course on the learning platform Reallyenglish. You must login to this platform and see what materials are available. You are encouraged to complete the activities in this online course particularly if you lack confidence in your listening skills. Reallyenglish will also help you improve your knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, which will help you express your ideas in English.

授業内容(シラバス)

到達目標

The aim of this course is to improve English language learners' conversation abilities in a variety of contexts. Students will use background knowledge and language tools provided by the instructor to solve problems, negotiate meaning, and perform practical conversational tasks with as little dependence on written language as possible. Students will also be able to engage in a variety of speaking and conversation methods, such as compromising, debating, and speechmaking.

成績評価の方法と基準

In class speaking/listening quizzes:
(Target language/function use): ~25%


In class conversation tasks:
(completion): ~25%

After class speaking tasks:
(L2 use/completion): ~25%

Cumulative Test:
(fluency/target language/function use): ~25%

学生へのメッセージ（その他注意等）

First, thank you for giving me the opportunity to teach you. I look forward to seeing you improve your English conversational skills through practicing with your peers and overcoming challenges. This class is designed to be fast-paced, yet not overwhelming, and help you speak with confidence. I look forward to seeing you and do not hesitate to ask questions.

教材