授業科目名 年度 学期 開講曜日・時限 学部・研究科 全担当教員 単位数
15096:IR18‐BA101 English for International StudiesⅠ (Intermediate)(RD) 2022 春セメスター 月3,木2 国際関係学部 シュトラウマン 千里 2

キャンパス

衣笠/衣笠

授業施設

諒友館RY209号教室/諒友館RY209号教室

授業で利用する言語

English

授業の概要と方法

This course aims to develop essential knowledge and skills for students to succeed in today’s global society. The main focus of this course is to improve basic skills necessary for academic reading, including understanding main ideas and key details, evaluating a writer’s claims, and reflecting on own viewpoint. In order to improve their reading skills, students will learn reading techniques such as skimming, scanning, and identifying main ideas as well as building vocabulary.

Students also view TED talks related to the topics to gain deeper understanding of the contents
and acquire the skills such as global awareness, information literacy and critical thinking.

This is a student-centered language class. Pair or group work is used, and students are expected to collaborate and communicate with one another in English, therefore, students' active participation is greatly expected.

受講生の到達目標

At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- summarize and discuss the readings
- through these activities, they will develop logical and critical thinking skills
- master reading strategy and analytical reading
- increase vocabulary and strengthen listening ability
- work to research a topic related to each unit and make a mini-presentation

事前に履修しておくことが望まれる科目

授業スケジュール

授業回数/
担当教員（複数担当の場合） 		テーマ
キーワード・文献・補足事項等
1

Introduction about the class

Explanation about syllabus, self-introduction
Preliminary activities

2 - 3

Unit 1 Hidden Miracles - Lesson A
Unit 1 Hidden Miracles - Lesson B

Understanding reasons and key details, Interpreting a statement
Connecting ideas using a concept map, making predictions

4

Unit 1 Mini-project presentations

Unit 1 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

5 - 6

Unit 2 Sleep Matters - Lesson A
Unit 2 Sleep Matters - Lesson B

Identify reasons and effects, understanding statistics, Analyzing a writer’s claims
Understanding main ideas and classifications, Synthesizing ideas from multiple sources

7

Unit 2 Mini-project presentations

Unit 2 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

8 - 9

Unit 3 Cyborg Tech - Lesson A
Unit 3 Cyborg Tech - Lesson B

Understanding reasons and key details, Analyzing an argument for evidence
Understanding a process, Reflecting on own viewpoint

10

Unit 3 Mini-project presentations

Unit 3 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

11 - 12

Unit 4 Happy Planet - Lesson A
Unit 4 Happy Planet - Lesson B

Linking ideas using a summary chart, analyzing an argument, Evaluating an argument
Recognizing a speaker’s message, Questioning survey results

13

Unit 4 Mini-project presentations

Unit 4 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

14 - 15

Unit 5 Career Paths - Lesson A
Unit 5 Career Paths - Lesson B

Understanding sequence, Understanding reasons, Evaluating pros and cons
Making predictions, Understanding causes and effects, Synthesizing information

16

Unit 5 Mini-project presentations

Unit 5 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

17 - 18

Unit 6 Text Generation - Lesson A
Unit 6 Text Generation - Lesson B

Making comparisons, Interpreting meaning
Making predictions, Applying information to new contexts, Applying ideas to own experience

19

Unit 6 Mini-project presentations

Unit 6 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

20 - 21

Unit 7 Barriers and Bridges - Lesson A
Unit 7 Barriers and Bridges - Lesson B

Understanding tone and purpose using a concept map, Evaluating an argument using examples
Understanding key details, a sequence of events, Synthesizing ideas

22

Unit 7 Mini-project presentations

Unit 7 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

23 - 24

Unit 8 Personality Types - Lesson A
Unit 8 Personality Types - Lesson B

Identifying different viewpoints, Making inferences
Understanding a speaker’s message, Applying ideas to other contexts

25

Unit 8 Mini-project presentations

Unit 8 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

26 - 27

Unit 9 Smart Thinking - Lesson A
Unit 9 Smart Thinking - Lesson B

Inferring conclusions, Understanding reference, Applying ideas to other contexts
Understanding main ideas and key details, Reflecting on own experience

28

Unit 9 Mini-project presentations

Unit 9 Presentation of the topic and discussion (pairs/groups)

29

Unit 10 Facing fear - Lesson A

Linking ideas and examples, Understanding a process

30

Summary and Extra activities

授業実施形態

[BCP Level 1 or 2]
・In principle, all 15 weeks (15 classes for once a week course, 30 classes for twice a week course) will be face-to-face.
・When a student is unable to attend face-to-face classes due to any of the following conditions, web-based follow-up will be provided for all classes. Students who fall under this category should notify their instructor by the first class.
 
[Conditions for web-based follow-up]
(1) When a student has a pre-existing condition/underlying health condition.
(2) When it is difficult for a student to commute to university due to concerns over putting cohabiting
family members at risk.
(3) When a student is unable to enter Japan due to international travel restrictions.
(4) Other valid reasons when a student has been impacted by COVID-19 and is under an unavoidable situation for which they are not responsible for.
 
 
[BCP Level 3 or 4]
・All 15 weeks (15 or 30 classes) will be web-based (Live-Streamed, using ZOOM): 15 or 30 ZOOM live-streamed lectures at the designated class hours/periods (i.e., 15 live-streamed classes for the once-a-week courses; 30 live-streamed classes for the twice-a-week courses).
 
※For more information on Ritsumeikan University's BCP Level, please refer to the following URL, Point No.1 “Measures to prevent spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).”
http://en.ritsumei.ac.jp/news/detail/?id=475

授業外学習の指示

- Students are required to come to the class by reading and checking vocabulary in the assigned chapter /articles of every week. Also students should be prepared to discuss in class.
- Try to read and listen to authentic material in English in the field of your interest, such as news, magazines, articles, or novels

成績評価方法

種別 割合(%) 評価基準等
定期試験（筆記） 0

レポート試験
（統一締切日を締切とするレポート）		 0

上記以外の試験・レポート、平常点評価
（日常的な授業における取組状況の評価）		 100

Class participation and discussion participation 20%
Homework assignments 20%
Mini project presentation of the unit (9 x 5%) 45%
Vocabulary log 15%

成績評価方法(備考)

Late submission of assignments is not acceptable.

受講および研究に関するアドバイス

(1) The key to pass this course is to do all assignments and attend all class.
(2) When students missed a class, they need to contact either the instructor or classmates about what homework assignments are.
(3) Please don't hesitate to ask any questions to the instructor

教科書

書名 著者 出版社 ISBNコード 備考
21st Century Reading: Creative Thinking and Reading with TEDTalks 3 Laurie Blass, Mari Vargo, Ingrid Wisniewska National Geographic Learning/Cengage Learning 13:978-1-305-26571-4

教科書(使用頻度、その他補足)

We will use this textbook in each class.

参考書

書名 著者 出版社 ISBNコード 備考
Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary Cambridge University Press 10 : 1107619505
Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary, 8th Edition Oxford University Press 10 : 019479914X
Webster's American English Dictionary Federal Street Press 10 : 1596951141

参考書(使用頻度、その他補足)

参考になるwwwページ

授業内外における学生・教員間のコミュニケーションの方法

manaba+R,学生との直接対話,その他(教員より別途指示）

備考

Please note that class schedule and contents may be subject to change depending on the circumstances
【科目ナンバリング・カリキュラムマップはこちらから/Click here to see the Curriculum-Map and Course-Numbering】
URL:http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp//students/pathways-future/course/curriculum.html