授業科目の内容

In this course, we will primarily focus on the “usage” of the language. The approach and design of the course surround the concept of empowering the learners through activating their existing English knowledge and transforming it into practical usage.

We will build up experiences in English writing through taking a three-step approach (brainstorming, writing, and editing) towards three types of essays (descriptive, opinion, and narrative). Learners will have freedom in choosing the topics of their essays with certain limitations. Instructions will focus on ways to think and approach writing at the sentence, paragraph, and essay levels, while students will be responsible for exploring words and phrases suitable for their essays.

In class, students are expected to spend time in groups to discuss and share ideas, as well as to report on their writing progress and occasionally read and edit each other’s drafts. Students will also work individually in class complete their writing as homework.

Through the course, students will gain confidence and experience in English writing, as well as practical skills that can be applied to future writing opportunities.

第1回講義内容
Course introduction and introduction to writing

第2回講義内容
Basic sentence, paragraph, and essay structures

第3回講義内容
Descriptive essay part 1 - Brainstorming

第4回講義内容
Descriptive essay part 2 - Writing

第5回講義内容
Descriptive essay part 3 – Editing and finalizing

第6回講義内容
Opinion essay part 1 - Brainstorming

第7回講義内容
Opinion essay part 2 - Writing

第8回講義内容
Opinion essay part 3 – Editing and finalizing

第9回講義内容
Narrative essay part 1 - Brainstorming

第10回講義内容
Narrative essay part 2 - Writing

第11回講義内容
Narrative essay part 3 – Editing and finalizing

第12回講義内容
Course reflections and final discussions

その他の学習内容
　　・課題・レポート

成績評価方法

Evaluation will be based on:
Participation: 25%
Paragraph 1: 25%
Paragraph 2: 25%
Paragraph 3: 25%

テキスト（教科書）※教科書は変更となる可能性がございます。

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Instruction material will be provided by the instructor.

参考文献

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Instruction material will be provided by the instructor.

受講上の要望、または受講上の前提条件

1. To maximize opportunities to use English practically, discussions in class and communications with the instructor will be done in all English.
2. Punctuality for attendance and assignment submissions is expected, and exceptions are generally made only for emergencies.
3. Assignments will be written and submitted digitally. Therefore, a basic level of computer competence is expected, and students will need to use either a laptop or tablet (not a phone) in class.
4. AI-generated work in any form will not be accepted.
5. Being perfect is not necessary. Learners are simply expected to try their best.

講師の実務経験※実務家としての経験があり、その知見が授業に反映されている場合に、「あり」と表示されます

あり