【講義概要】
This intercultural communication course aims to develop speaking skills in English in a supportive environment, focusing on developing confidence and fluency in expressing opinions and experiences. The topics of this course focus on everyday life and culture differences. This course is designed to promote discussions about culture in a nuanced way, building on existing grammatical knowledge. Learners will engage in discussions and presentations about a variety of topics. Classes will be conducted entirely in English.
【学習到達目標】
1. Develop confidence and fluency in speaking English
2. Express basic ideas about culture and cultural differences
3. Build on existing knowledge of grammar and vocabulary
4. Provide opportunities to discuss familiar and interesting topics more deeply
【履修上の注意】
Students are encouraged to actively interact with their classmates. Students will work individually, in pairs, and small groups to complete tasks and have discussions. Please note: the schedule and evaluation criteria are subject to change.
【事前準備学習】
Students are expected to prepare for and review the lessons by completing homework tasks, often in the form of watching videos and taking notes. These notes will then be used to assist discussion in class. Homework will be given each week and should take a maximum of 1 hour.
【教材】
※指定図書は担当教員が、学生が必読すべきものとして指定する図書のことです。
図書は図書館に置いてあり、１週間借りることができます。（一部貸出不可の図書もあります。）
| 教科書 | All materials will be provided in class or online by the teacher. |
| 参考書 | All materials will be provided in class or online by the teacher. |
| 指定図書 | －指定図書は、登録されていません。－ |
【評価方法】
40% Assignments and Active Participation
40% Discussion Activities / Presentations
20% Assessments
【講義テーマ】
| 回数 | テーマ | テーマURL |
| 1 | Course introduction and overview | |
| 2 | Unit 1: Technology | |
| 3 | Unit 1: Technology | |
| 4 | Unit 2: Travel | |
| 5 | Unit 2: Travel | |
| 6 | Unit 3: Culture | |
| 7 | Unit 3: Culture | |
| 8 | Assessment | |
| 9 | Unit 4: Volunteering | |
| 10 | Unit 4: Volunteering | |
| 11 | Unit 5: Beliefs | |
| 12 | Unit 5: Beliefs | |
| 13 | Unit 6: Ads and Commercials | |
| 14 | Unit 6: Ads and Commercials | |
| 15 | Course Review and Reflection | |
| 16 | 定期試験期間 | |