Course Name Year Term Period Faculty / Graduate School All Instructors Credits
53188:Academic Skills 2 (GW) § 53189:Intermediate Academic Skills (GW) 2024 Fall Tue2 College Of Business Administration,College Of Policy Science,College of Image Arts and Sciences,College of Comprehensive Psychology,College of Information Science and Engineering ITOI KIYU 2

Campus

OIC

Class Venue

AN424

Language

English

Course Outline and Method

Students will learn comprehensive learning skills necessary for studying abroad through the medium of English.

Student Attainment Objectives

Students will acquire the following skills necessary for studying abroad:

Be able to use reference materials, academic papers, etc., to produce term papers and deliver presentations.

Be able to understand and actively participate in academic discussions.

Recommended Preparatory Course

In order to register for this course, students are required to have a minimum TOEFL(ITP) score of 480, TOEFL(iBT) score of 55, TOEIC (including TOEIC IP) score of 580, IELTS score of 5.0, or equivalent.

Course Schedule

Lecture/Instructor(When there are multiple instructors) Theme
Keyword, References and Supplementary Information
1

Orientation

Course introduction

2

Basic academic skills

Preparation for the special lecture, note-taking

3

Introduction to Plurilingualism and linguistic landscaping [Online (ZOOM) real time]

Special lecture

4

Linguistic landscaping

Mini presentation and discussion

5

Linguistic landscaping

Fieldwork

6

Linguistic landscaping

Group work, academic presentation preparation

7

Linguistic landscaping

Academic presentation

8

Linguistic landscaping

Academic presentation

9

Linguistic landscaping

Midterm reflection

10

Academic writing [Online (ZOOM) real time]

Special lecture

11

Academic writing

Finding sources

12

Academic writing

Response paper

13

Academic writing

Peer editing

14

Academic writing

Proofreading

15

Course reflection

Discussion

Class Format

This course will be conducted in person and on Zoom.
- The format of each session is described in the class schedule in the syllabus. Any changes will be announced on manaba+R.
- The Zoom link for online classes will be provided in the manaba+R course before the first class.

Special note on the lessons and ZOOM session participations
- Note that the lessons involve multiple interactive activities for students to improve peer-learning. Thus, we may also utilize online tools (ZOOM meetings) during face-to-face session. Therefore, additionally you must be prepared with any electronic device (e.g., PC, tablet, or smartphone) to participate in these activities.
- For online sessions, in addition to electronic devices, be sure to be in a place to sit and take the lessons without disturbances from unnecessary sounds, people, pets, etc.
- All must be ready to switch on the cameras and unmute the mics at all times.
- If you do following actions during lessons, you will not receive any points for participation and contribution; middle of traveling, part-time work, voluntary/ internship workplace, etc.

Recommendations for Private Study

Helpful resources will be introduced in class, so students should utilize them inside and outside of the classroom.

Grade Evaluation Method

Kind Percentage Grading Criteria etc.
Final Examination (Written) 0

Report Examination
(A report to be submitted by the unified deadline)
0

Exams and/or Reports other than those stated above, and Continuous Assessment 
(Evaluation of Everyday Performance in Class)
100

Class reflection 2x15=30%
Homework 20%
Written Assignments 40%
Presentation 10%

Grade Evaluation Method (Note)

If the planned grading method cannot be implemented, the student may be consulted on an individual basis.

Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods

Textbooks

Textbooks (Frequency of Use, Note)

Reference Books

Reference Books (Frequency of Use, Note)

Web Pages for Reference

How to Communicate with the Instructor In and Out of Class(Including Instructor Contact Information)

Learning Management System (manaba+R),Talk with Students,Other (Separate instructions will be provided)

Other Comments

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