Course Name Year Term Period Faculty / Graduate School All Instructors Credits
14814:IR18‐BA102 English for International Studies II (Basic)(RK) § 14815:IR-BAR102 English Ⅱ (K) 2023 Spring Tue2,Fri1 College　Of　International　Relations O’MOCHAIN ROBERT 2

Campus

KIC/KIC

Class Venue

RYOYUKAN　RY309/RYOYUKAN　RY309

Language

Language

Course Outline and Method

The aim of English for International Studies is to develop a high-level command of English which will allow students to deepen their knowledge of International Relations. In EIS II, students engage in an active learning process through an integrated approach using materials related to the field of International Relations. This course provides practical and effective skills for discussion of global issues in academic contexts. It takes a step-by-step approach toward mastering presentation skills in English. Varied activities to promote oral communication skills are complemented by a focus on vocabulary, reading, and writing. Students will also acquire listening skills by analyzing speeches, lectures, TV programs, presentations such as Ted Talks and documentaries in English. Formative evaluation is performed through class participation, including assignments as well as presentations and speeches.

Student Attainment Objectives

Students will gain confidence to express their opinions on a wide range of IR topics.
Students will acquire listening skills including the ability to listen to lectures and take notes.
Students will engage in slide show presentation skills.
Students will gain sufficient vocabulary to allow for full participation in debates and discussions on global issues.
Students will gain skills necessary for full participation in workshop and poster sessions.

Recommended Preparatory Course

Course Schedule

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

Introductions

Introduction to the book and personal introductions

Lesson 2

UN Development Goals

Pages 6-11

Discussion
Listening

Lesson 3

Writing a paragraph

Topic Sentences

Lesson 4

Blood Transfusion Safety

Pages 12-17

Lesson 5

Politeness levels in writing

Formal and informal letters

Listening comprehension

Lesson 6

World Wildlife Fund

Pages 18-23


Listening

Lesson 7

Writing an opinion paragraph

Draft of first paragraph

Reading and Sharing

Lesson 8

International law and landmines

Pages 24-29

Group Discussion

Lesson 9

Writing a problem-solution paragraph

Presentation Preparation

Lesson 10

The climate crisis

Group Discussion

Presentation preparation

Lesson 11

Writing a cause-effect paragraph

Presentation preparation

Lesson 12

Mid-Term Presentations

Question and Answer Sessions

Lesson 13

Mid-Term Presentations

Question and Answer Sessions

Lesson 14

Traffic Safety

Pages 36-41

Listening activities

Lesson 15

Writing an Essay

Thesis statements

Practicing essay organization
Writing outline of drafts

Lesson 16

Language extinction

Pages 42-47

Vocabulary expansion

Lesson 17

Final proofreading of first draft

Submission of mid-term essay draft

Lesson 18

Global gender gap

Page2 48-53

Writing with idioms

Lesson 19

Writing a descriptive essay

Outline Practice

Lesson 20

The United Nations and world government

Pages 54-59

Using key concepts

Lesson 21

Persuasive essays



Planning writing strategies

Lesson 22

Violence and mass-media

Pages 60-65

Word forms

Lesson 23

Persuasive Essays

Health issues

Backing up your answers

Listening comprehension

Lesson 24

Apologies for historical crimes

Pages 66-71


Listening Activity

Lesson 25

Comparison Essays

Education

Recognizing differences

Lesson 26

Young people and sports

Pages 72-77

Making questions

Lesson 27

Gender discrimination in China and India

Pages 84-89

Using key concepts

Lesson 28

Final Presentations

Question and Answer sessions

Lesson 29

Final Presentations

Question and Answer sessions

Lesson 30

End of semester review

Final written report

Class Format

BCP停止の場合は、BCPレベル0～2の記載どおりに授業が行われます。
During the suspension period of BCP, classes will be as described in BCP levels 0-2.

The class Format for each class will be announced on manaba+R’s course news. Also, the class format for the first class will be notified on manaba+R’s course news before the first class(*).
For “Special Consideration”, please check manaba+R’s College of IR Student Page and the “Study Support Site”.

College of IR Student Page：https://ct.ritsumei.ac.jp/ct/course_1728150
Study Support Site：https://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/pathways-future/eng/

(*)To check the class format for the first class of the course, you will need to apply for the “early use request function.” Refer to the Registration Guidebook AY 2023 for details. Please be careful that applying for the early use request does not sign you up for the course. You will need to register for courses during the designated period separately.

Recommendations for Private Study

Students are expected to study/do homework 2-3 hours per week. Students will review each lesson, complete the assigned activities in the textbook, prepare their presentations, and study for tests. In addition, students are requested to check Course News in Manaba to read the assigned homework.

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

20% Participation
Textbook accuracy: 20%
Presentations: 30% (15% x 2)
Essays: 30% (15% x 2)

Grade Evaluation Method （Note）

Textbook accuracy also involves providing extra information for oral and written responses

Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods

Textbooks

Title Author Publisher ISBN Code Comment
Global Concepts: English for International Understanding Jim Knudsen Nan'un Do 978-4-523--17688-6

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)

Talk with Students

Other Comments

This syllabus may change with the needs of the students.
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