| 年度 | 2008 |
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| 科目名 | ESPⅡ（A） |
| 教員名 | G．ピギン |
| 授業概要 | This debate-based course will develop both students English language ability and critical thinking skills. Students will learn how to articulate and express their ideas， values and opinions in English. The student-centered syllabus will be based upon contemporary issues that affect the global community as well as issues specific to Japanese society， and to the students themselves.Over the course， students will be able to develop their debating skills， discussion strategies and learn how to present their ideas with supporting statements. Students will improve their ability to communicate their ideas and thoughts logically and clearly in English. |
| 授業計画 | Apart from debating skills， this course will also focus on spoken fluency and listening skills with an emphasis on discourse. Students will develop their social and cultural awareness as the issues covered over the syllabus are wide ranging. By the end of the course students should be able to effectively communicate their ideas in English. |
| 評価方法 | Students will be required to have excellent attendance and to actively participate in each class. Students need to complete in-class quizzes， homework assignments and participate in in-class debates. |
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| メッセージ | By learning how to articulate your ideas communicatively through debate you will be able to improve your spoken English proficiency. These skills will be useful for future English opportunities such as the speaking section of the TOEFL test， job interviews and living abroad. |