: Active communication in English

This course is designed to help students become an active and competent English communicators through intensive practice in everyday conversations in-person and virtual intercultural exchange opportunities.

his course aims to improve communicative competencies when using English and expose students to World Englishes. Upon completion of the course, students should have developed ①active communication skills in English, ②increased confidence when using English in various situations, ③the ability to speak comfortably in various group sizes, and ④stamina when communicating for longer periods. More specifically, students will ⑤become familiar with asking questions, ⑥listening actively, ⑦using gestures, and ⑧maintaining conversations in English. Students will also ⑨enjoy exploring a variety of digital tools that facilitate and enhance their communicative English experience.

Students will work individually, in pairs, and in small groups to practice and demonstrate their English communication skills. Activities require students to be proactive, take responsibility for their learning, exercise good time management, and communicate in English. Classes will be conducted entirely in English whether face-to-face, video conferencing, or on-demand. Students are expected to make every effort to communicate in English with their instructors and peers.

外国語（日本語以外）のみ Foreign language(s) other than Japanese

ＰＢＬ（課題解決型学習） Project-based learning

ディスカッション、ディベート Discussion , Debate

グループワーク Group work

プレゼンテーション Presentation

Week 1: Introduction to the course/ Brief introductions of class members to each other.
Week 2: Topic 2: Tell me about your childhood (Lesson 2 )
Week 3: Topic 3:Tell me about Japanese Culture and Customs(Lesson 7)
Week 4: Topic 4: Tell me about Japanese Weather (Lesson 13)
Week 5: IVE project(1) How to get started [we meet at the PC lab]
Week 6: IVE project (2) Q&A/ We will talk about what makes an interesting post in the IVE.
Week 7: IVE project (3) Q&A/ We will go various problems in communicating with different cultures.
Week 8: IVE project (4) Q&A/ We will discuss the topic of using AI in communicating.
Week 9: IVE project (5) Q&A/ Sharing various topics with overseas friends
Week 10: IVE project (6) / Sharing new findings from the virtual exchange with classmates
Week 11: IVE project (7) / Sharing interesting topics and responses through the IVE project
Week 12: IVE project (8) / Tell me about your experience through the IVE project
Week 13: Short presentations by students
Week 14: Review and preparation for the final conversation assessment
Week 15: Conversation assessment (5 min. each)

Students are expected to prepare topics for conversation practice in class. Students should regularly review previous materials and the syllabus, check Moodle content, and complete assignments as scheduled. Students should prepare a system to organize any files, notes, and course materials. Students should expose themselves to English as much as possible and are encouraged to practice skills from class in the Language Cafe as well as use resources to maximize exposure to different types of English.

準備学習0.5時間　事後学習0.5時間（１単位科目）

None

1. 30%: Homework assignments, 2. 30%: Class actives and in class presentations, 3. 30%: IVE Project, 4. 10%: Conversation assessments .

定期試験期間中には筆記試験を実施しない。No exams are required during the exam period.

General classwork feedback will be given as necessary and as requested. Project and conversation assessment feedback will be given in class and scored based on the project/assessment rubrics. Answers and requested feedback will be given regarding quizzes, moodle assignments, LMS assignments, and the final assessment. Individual feedback will always be readily provided upon request.

The required textbook for Communicative English 1 and 2:
“Talk! Talk! Talk!- Tell Me About Yourself and Japan” Written by Todd J. Leonard
Published by Kinseido
ISBN: 978-4-7647-4225-3

Additional learning materials will be provided by the instructor.

Students are expected to know how to access course materials for each class (textbook, Moodle, etc.)

すべての人に健康と福祉を Good health and well-being

つくる責任 つかう責任 Responsible consumption, production

・Moodle内に問い合わせ先を記載します。