講義名 英語コミュニケーション ≪◇学部≫
講義開講時期 後期
曜日・時限 火4・木5
単位数 2

担当教員
氏名
カール マーシャル

学習目標(到達目標) ①日常生活や自分自身のことについて,自信をもって英語で話すことができる。
Students will be able to talk with confidence about their everyday lives and themselves in English.
②日常生活や現代社会に関わる情報・説明を聴いて,理解することができる。
Students will be able to listen to and understand information and explanations regarding everyday lives and modern society.
③相手の考えを理解して,積極的にコミュニケーションを図ることができる。
Students will be able to understand other people’s opinions and communicate actively in English.
④英語が使用されている社会の文化背景を理解し,場面に合った適切な英語表現(丁寧表現など)を使うことができる。
Students will be able to express their ideas in an appropriate way (e.g. with regard to politeness and formality) based on the cultural contexts of sites where English is used.
授業概要(教育目的) 英語のスピーキングとリスニングに関する既習事項を確認・活用して,自身が伝達したいことを口頭で表現できるようになること,そして相手が伝達したいことを聴き取って理解できるようになることを目的とします。
This class gives students the opportunity to develop basic skills in speaking and listening. Attention mainly focuses on pronunciation, intonation and basic communication strategies.
授業計画表
 
項目内容
第1回Getting to Know You"Based on the handout,we discuss your favorite things
.Prior learning(1hour):Prepare to introduce yourself in English.including explaining favorite sporting events,TV programs,music,books,hobbies,movies,ethnic foods,etc.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout"
第2回Diet and Exercise"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of and problems related to diet and exercise.
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.6-8.
Subsequent learning(1 hour):Complete today`s handout."
第3回Transportation Systems"Based on the handout we will discuss different types of transportation.This will include strong and weak points as well as possible future developments.
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.9-11.
Subsequent learning(1 hour):Complete today`s handout.
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第4回Pets"Based on the handout we discuss pets as well as sporting events using animals and issues of animal abuse and neglect.
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.12-14.
Susequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第5回Job Interviews"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of and problems related to job interviews.Other job related issues like fairness will also be considered.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.15-17.
Susequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第6回The Best of Everything"Based on the handout,we discuss your opinions on the best cities,sports,restaurants,newspapers,cars,places visited etc.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.18-20.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第7回Family"Based on the handout we discuss family issues such as relationships with aunts,uncles,parents and siblings.
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.21-23.
Susequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第8回Gender Roles"Based on the handout we discuss the differing roles of men and women at home,work and in society generally.
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.24-27.
Subsequent learning(1 hour):Complete today`s handout."
第9回Holidays"Based on the handout we discuss holidays in Japan and abroad.Possible new holidays are also considered.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.28-30.
Subsequent learning(1 hour):Complete today`s handout."
第10回Superstitions"Based on the handout,we discuss superstitions in Japan and abroad and consider why people believe such things.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.31-33.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第11回Sleep"Based on the handout we discuss various aspects of sleep such as positions,dreams,schedules and sleepwalking.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.34-36.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第12回Stealing"Based on the handout we discuss various aspects of stealing such as criminal motivations and how to avoid being a victim.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.37-39.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第13回Gossip"Based on the handout, we discuss various aspects of gossip such as interesting tidbits recently heard and why people find the practice so interesting.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.40-43.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第14回Ghosts and the Supernatural"Based on the handout ,we discuss ghosts,seances and other aspects of the supernatural.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.44-46.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第15回Love"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of romantic relationships.What do you look for in a partner?What have family members thought of your relationships?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.47-49.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第16回Stress"Based on the handout,we discuss causes and ways of dealing with stress.Connections to work and life choices are also considered.
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.50-52.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第17回Growing Old"Based on the handout, we consider various aspects of growing old.What are your retirement plans?Should there be a mandatory retirement age?
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.53-55.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第18回Pollution and Recycling"Based on the handout,we discuss pollution,recycling and other environmental issues.
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.56-58.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第19回The Homeless and Welfare"Based on the handout,we discuss homeless people and the welfare system.Why do people become homeless and how should they be helped?
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.59-61.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第20回Disasters"Based on the handout,we consider various types of human and man-made disasters.What disasters have you or those you know experienced?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.62-64.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第21回Smoking"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of smoking.How dangerous is it?Should it be banned?What rights are involved?
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.65-67.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第22回Gambling"Based on the handout, we discuss various aspects of gambling.What types are there?Why do people do it?When is it an addiction?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.68-70.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第23回War and the Military"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspectsof war and the military.Why do countries engage in wars?How can war be avoided?What purpose does the UN serve?
Prior learning(1hour):Do the exercises on p.71-74.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第24回Money Management"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of money management.What monthly bills do most people have to pay?Have you saved for a major purchase?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.75-79.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout.
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第25回Cheating"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of cheating.Why do people cheat?What are the costs of cheating?Have you ever been cheated?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p. 80-82.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第26回Government Spending"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of government spending.What government programs do you think too much or too little is spent on?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.83-85.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第27回Divorce"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of divorce.Why do people divorce?Who should the children live with?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.86-88.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第28回Justice Systems"Based on the handout,we discuss various aspects of justice systems.Should there be capital or corporal punishment?Should minors be tried as adults?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.89-91.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
第29回Drugs and Medicine"Based on the handout,various aspects of drugs and medicine will be discussed.Why are some drugs illegal?Is alcohol a drug?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.92-95.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout.
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第30回What Would You Do If…"Based on the handout,we discuss what you would do in various unusual situations.If you could be the leader of any country,which one would you choose?
Prior learning(1hour):Do exercises on p.96-99.
Subsequent learning(1hour):Complete today`s handout."
授業形式 演習形式を中心として授業を進め,ペアまたはグループによる練習なども行います。内容理解を確認するための小テストや課題提出等を随時課します。
This class places stress on practical training, including work in pairs or groups. Comprehension quizzes and assignments will be given as needed.
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評価の特記事項 Active class participation,homework,attendance,tests and presentations will all be important.
テキスト New Headway Pre-intermediate,3rd Ed. by John and Liz Soars,Oxford University Press
参考文献 none
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