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講義概要/Course description
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This is reading comprehensive English language course on American Culture that combines an in-depth and systematic treatment of grammar, vocabulary, and functional English with up-to-date topics and level-appropriate skills work. No specific level of fluency or accuracy is required before taking this class. A desire and willingness to learn English is important to do well. Students will practice listening and reading activities in every unit of their textbook. Generally, the class will proceed at a pace of a few readings per class from the assigned textbook.
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達成目標/Course objectives
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Generally to provide reading and listening practice, as well as introducing new vocabulary. More specifically, the course has the objective of helping students to 1. Enhance reading and writing skills (comprehension); 2. Enhance listening comprehension; 3. Increase vocabulary; 4. Improve English grammar; and 5. Increase fluency in speaking.
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学部・研究科のディプロマポリシー（卒業認定・学位授与の方針）に基づき、当該科目を履修することで身につく能力 / Abilities to be acquired by completing the course in accordance with the faculty and graduate school diploma policy (graduation certification and degree conferral)
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学部・研究科のディプロマポリシー（卒業認定・学位授与の方針）/ Undergraduate and Graduate Diploma Policy (Graduation Certification and Degree Conferral)
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授業計画/Lecture plan
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Intro Class begins; 9 basic grammar patterns [オンライン (オンデマンド形)] |
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2
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AU4 CH. 1-2 Cars in America ～ Brooklyn Bridge [対面授業] |
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AU4 CH. 3-4 Yo-Yo Ma ～ Spirit of the Wolf |
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AU4 CH. 5-6 Death Valley ～ Maples and Pecans |
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AU4 CH. 7-8 Oprah Winfrey ～ T-Shirts and Tuxedos |
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AU4 CH. 9-10 Wright Brothers ～ Roanoke Island |
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AU4 CH. 11-12 Getting on Board ～ Georgia O’Keeffe |
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8
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Mid-Semester Exam (Chapters 1–12); review & explanations |
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9
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AU4 CH. 13-14 Last Queen of Hawaii ～ Alaska |
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AU4 CH. 15-16 Susan Butcher ～ Perfect Lunar Landing |
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11
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AU4 CH. 17-18 Birman of Alcatraz ～ History of Animation |
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12
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AU4 CH. 19-20 Google Guys ～ All-American Football |
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AU4 CH. 21-22 History of Rock ～ Lucas & Spielberg Movies |
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AU4 CH. 23-24 TV in the US ～ Hip Hop Culture |
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Final Exam: Review (Chapters 13 –24) |
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Read the assigned section of the textbook before class.
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Write essay on unit topic, study and review notes taken in class
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授業方法/Method of instruction
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対面授業 / Classes in-person
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| 実施形態/Class Method |
通常型 / regular
補足事項/Supplementary notesEach class will proceed at the pace of a few readings from the assigned textbook each week. Students are expected to study the assigned chapters before coming to class. Students will give presentations on their assigned textbook chapters, followed by a review of each chapter as outlined in the syllabus. Students will be asked to share their responses to issues raised and respond to other opinions and insights during class.
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成績評価方法/Evaluation
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平常点 In-class Points
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50%
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Attitude, effort and participation (50%). Other things taken into consideration include punctuality, preparedness, neatness, accuracy, time management and listening skills.
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試験 Exam
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50%
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class work, homework, and term exams (50%).
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課題（試験やレポート等）に対するフィードバックの方法/Feedback methods for assignments (exams, reports, etc.)
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Time will be provided for comments and explanations during class. Weekly assignments are graded on a 〇、✕、△ (complete, incomplete, or half-complete) basis. Tests (if available) should be taken on the same day of class. Assignments should be submitted within week. Those submitted on time in whole are complete (〇). Those not submitted are incomplete (✕). Those only finished half-way are half-complete (△). Those finished in whole but submitted late are half-complete (△).
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教科書/Textbooks
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| | 著者名
Author | タイトル
Title | 出版社
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Milada Broukal and Janet Milhomme
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All About the USA (3rd ed) BOOK 4
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Pearson Publishing
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9780132349680
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参考書/Reference books
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A good English dictionary, such as Oxford Learner's Dictionary
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メッセージ/Message
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Being absent for more than 20% of all classes for the year is automatic grounds for failing. Arriving late to class more than 60 minutes once, 30 minutes twice, or 15 minutes 3 times is counted as one absence.
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その他/Others
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The weekly lesson plan may change depending on time and other considerations. A deduction in participation points may occur for students who do not complete class work and homework assignments and come to class prepared, which includes bringing a dictionary (electronic is ok) and textbooks to class every week.
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