AY 2024 Undergraduate School Course Catalog

English Language Courses

2024/05/03

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開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　1学期 ／First Quarter
対象学年
／Course for;		 1st year
単位数
／Credits		 1.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 BENSON Stuart
担当教員名
／Instructor		 KANEKO Emiko, PERKINS Jeremy, BENSON Stuart, NICHOLAS Allan
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/01/25
授業の概要
／Course outline		 This course aims to develop learners’ four language skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking for both general communication and for computer science-related topics. In addition, the course aims to improve learners’ fluency with English; learners’ ability to engage in meaningful communicative interaction, and also further learners’ knowledge of useful and important vocabulary. At the same time, learners will engage with a variety of content topics and themes related to their real life needs and computer science, developing their ability to discuss issues and think critically.

Course components:
The course includes:
• In-class activities/homework- Your instructor will sometimes give activities or tasks in class, or sometimes assign homework tasks. These tasks will be graded, and will contribute to your overall final grade. There will also be final larger tasks at the end of every course unit.
• Vocabulary quizzes- there will be regular vocabulary quizzes throughout the course, based high frequency words in the English language. Your vocabulary quiz scores contribute to your overall final course grade. You can take each quiz only once.
1. You will take each quiz online.
2. Study the assigned words before you take the quiz.
3. There is a 10-minute time limit.
4. Vocabulary quizzes account for 15% of your final grade.
• Final exam- a final exam will be administered for this course. Make-up exams will only be allowed for legitimate reasons (such as illness or a family emergency).
• Speaking assignment- you will be required to complete an assignment in which you will need to speak English. Your score will contribute towards your overall final grade.

***Important***
In order to pass this course, additional components must also be completed:
• MReader (extensive reading)
  o Read more than five books and 10,000 words.

1st year students only: TOEIC e-learning (Kickoff for TOEIC):
   o At least 1 mock exam
   o Pass 17 units or more in total.
To pass a unit, you must score 65% or higher.

• Retakers must take Practical English 8.
o Students must pass 30 lessons.
o Students who are also taking Intermediate English 1 must pass another 30 lessons to pass both courses.

***Important: You must complete both additional components in order to pass Introductory 1.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency Codes]
C-EC-002-1, C-EC-010-1, C-EC-011-1, C-EC-012-1

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
•Increase their fluency in English language reading, writing, speaking and listening;
• Become more effective independent language learners, practicing and incorporating learning strategies into their English language studies.
• Further develop their understanding of high frequency English vocabulary and use their knowledge with increased speed;
• Carry out a number of English language tasks connected to relevant general and specific purposes topics.
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 Class 1: Introduction to course
Class 2: Unit 1-1
Class 3: Unit 1-2
Class 4: Unit 1-3
Class 5: Unit 1-4
Class 6: Unit 2-1
Class 7: Unit 2-2
Class 8: Unit 2-3
Class 9: Unit 2-4
Class 10: Unit 3-1
Class 11: Unit 3-2
Class 12: Unit 3-3
Class 13: Unit 3-4
Class 14: Speaking assignment
***There will also be a final exam during exam week.***
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 All materials are provided by the instructor.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 - Active participation: 5%
- Vocabulary quizzes: 15%
- Speaking assignment: 10%
- In-class activities/homework assignments: 35%
- Final exam: 35%
***You need to attain a score of at least 40% in each category in order to pass the course***

In addition, students must also complete:
- MReader (extensive reading)
  Read more than five books and 10,000 words.
- TOEIC e-learning modules and a mock exam.
Information regarding the grading will be explained in class and provided in a digital syllabus.
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 All materials are provided by the instructor in class and/or via Moodle.
Every student must enroll in the course through Moodle. Announcements will be uploaded on the course page on Moodle. Please check Moodle for detailed information on assignments or other course information. Please contact your professor if you have any problems accessing the website. If you have problems with your login, please contact or visit SSB (RQ 207-E).
It is required that students take quizzes and exams individually; cheating/plagiarizing other’s work will not be tolerated.
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 Instructors in this course have work experience in private industry.


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開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　2学期 ／Second Quarter
対象学年
／Course for;		 1st year
単位数
／Credits		 1.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 BENSON Stuart
担当教員名
／Instructor		 BENSON Stuart, CARR Nicholas, ROY Debopriyo
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/01/25
授業の概要
／Course outline		 This course aims to further develop learners’ four language skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking for both general communication and for computer science-related topics. In addition, the course aims to improve learners’ fluency with English; learners’ ability to engage in meaningful communicative interaction, and also further learners’ knowledge of useful and important vocabulary. At the same time, learners will engage with a variety of content topics and themes related to their real life needs and computer science, developing their ability to discuss issues and think critically.

Course components:
The course includes:
• In-class activities/homework- Your instructor will sometimes give activities or tasks in class, or sometimes assign homework tasks. These tasks will be graded, and will contribute to your overall final grade. There will also be final larger tasks at the end of every course unit.
• Vocabulary quizzes- there will be regular vocabulary quizzes throughout the course, based high frequency words in the English language. Your vocabulary quiz scores contribute to your overall final course grade. You can take each quiz only once.
1. You will take each quiz online.
2. Study the assigned words before you take the quiz.
3. There is a 10-minute time limit.
4. Vocabulary quizzes account for 15% of your final grade.

• Final exam- a final exam will be administered for this course. Make-up exams will only be allowed for legitimate reasons (such as illness or a family emergency).
• Speaking assignment- you will be required to complete an assignment in which you will need to speak English. Your score will contribute towards your overall final grade.

***Important***
In order to pass this course, additional components must be completed:
• MReader (extensive reading)
  o Read more than five books and 11,000 words.

• 1st year students only: TOEIC e-learning (Kickoff for TOEIC):
   o At least 2 mock exams (1 in Q1 and 1 in Q2)
   o Pass 34 units or more in total (17 units in Q1 and 17 units in Q2 ).
   o Students who did not pass 17 units in Q1 must pass at least 17 units and 1 mock exam.
To pass a unit, you must score 65% or higher.

• Retakers must take Practical English 8.
o Students must pass 30 lessons.
o Students who are also taking Intermediate English 2 must pass another 30 lessons to pass both courses.

***Important: You must complete both additional components in order to pass Introductory 2.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency Codes]
C-EC-002-1, C-EC-010-1, C-EC-011-1, C-EC-012-1

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
• Increase their fluency in English language reading, writing, speaking and listening;
• Become more effective independent language learners, practicing and incorporating learning strategies into their English language studies.
• Further develop their understanding of high frequency English vocabulary and use their knowledge with increased speed;
• Carry out a number of English language tasks connected to relevant general and specific purposes topics.
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 Class 1: Introduction to course
Class 2: Unit 4-1
Class 3: Unit 4-2
Class 4: Unit 4-3
Class 5: Unit 4-4
Class 6: Unit 5-1
Class 7: Unit 5-2
Class 8: Unit 5-3
Class 9: Unit 5-4
Class 10: Unit 6-1
Class 11: Unit 6-2
Class 12: Unit 6-3
Class 13: Unit 6-4
Class 14: Speaking assignment
***There will also be a final exam during exam week.***
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 All materials are provided by the instructor.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 Active participation: 5%
Vocabulary quizzes: 15%
Speaking assignment: 10%
In-class activities/homework assignments: 35%
Final exam: 35%
***You need to attain a score of at least 40% in each category in order to pass the course***

In addition, students must also complete:
- MReader (extensive reading)
  Read more than five books and 11,000 words.
- TOEIC e-learning modules and a mock exam.
Information regarding the grading criteria will be explained in class and provided in a digital syllabus.
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 • All materials are provided by the instructor in class and/or via Moodle.
Every student must enroll in the course through Moodle. Announcements will be uploaded on the course page on Moodle. Please check Moodle for detailed information on assignments or other course information. Please contact your professor if you have any problems accessing the website. If you have problems with your login, please contact or visit SSB (RQ 207-E).
It is required that students take quizzes and exams individually; cheating/plagiarizing other’s work will not be tolerated.
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 Instructors in this course have work experience in private industry.


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開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　3学期 ／Third Quarter
対象学年
／Course for;		 1st year
単位数
／Credits		 2.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 NICHOLAS Allan
担当教員名
／Instructor		 NICHOLAS Allan, BENSON Stuart, CARR Nicholas, CHEN Tzu-Yin
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/01/16
授業の概要
／Course outline		 This course continues from the Introductory English 1 and Introductory English 2 courses taught in the first two quarters of the freshman year. Bridge 1 to Intermediate English aims to continue developing learners’ four language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking for both general communication and for computer science-related topics. In addition, the course aims to improve learners’ fluency with English; learners’ ability to engage in meaningful communicative interaction, and also further learners’ knowledge of useful and important vocabulary. At the same time, learners will engage with a variety of content topics and themes related to their real life needs and computer science, developing their ability to discuss issues and think critically.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency codes]
C-EC-002-2     C-EC-010-3     C-EC-011-2     C-EC-012-2

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
• Increase their fluency in English language reading, writing, speaking and listening;
• Become more effective independent language learners, practicing and incorporating learning strategies into their English language studies.
• Further develop their understanding of high frequency English vocabulary and use their knowledge with increased speed;
• Carry out a number of English language tasks connected to relevant general and specific purposes topics.
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 Class 1: Introduction to course
Class 2: Unit 1-1
Class 3: Unit 1-2
Class 4: Unit 1-3
Class 5: Unit 1-4
Class 6: Unit 2-1
Class 7: Unit 2-2
Class 8: Unit 2-3
Class 9: Unit 2-4
Class 10: Unit 3-1
Class 11: Unit 3-2
Class 12: Unit 3-3
Class 13: Unit 3-4
Class 14: Speaking assignment
***There will also be a final exam during exam week.***
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 All materials are provided by the instructor.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 Active participation: 5%
Vocabulary quizzes: 15%
Speaking assignment: 10%
In-class activities/homework assignments: 35%
Final exam: 35%

Note: In order to pass this course, students must also complete the required TOEIC e-learning modules and mock TOEIC exam(s).
Students must score at least 40% in all grading categories in order to pass the course.
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 All materials are provided by the instructor.
Every student must enroll in the course through Moodle. Announcements will be uploaded on the course page on Moodle. Please check Moodle for detailed information on assignments or other course information. Please contact your professor if you have any problems accessing the website. If you have problems with your login, please contact or visit SSB (RQ 207-E).
It is required that students take quizzes and exams individually; cheating/plagiarizing other’s work will not be tolerated.
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 Instructors in this course have work experience in private industry.


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開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　4学期 ／Fourth Quarter
対象学年
／Course for;		 1st year
単位数
／Credits		 2.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 NICHOLAS Allan
担当教員名
／Instructor		 NICHOLAS Allan, LINGLE William, PERKINS Jeremy, WILSON Ian, KANEKO Emiko
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/01/16
授業の概要
／Course outline		 This course continues from the Introductory English 1, Introductory English 2, and Bridge 1 to Intermediate English courses taught in the first three quarters of the freshman year. Bridge 2 to Intermediate English aims to continue developing learners’ four language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking for both general communication and for computer science-related topics. In addition, the course aims to improve learners’ fluency with English; learners’ ability to engage in meaningful communicative interaction, and also further learners’ knowledge of useful and important vocabulary. At the same time, learners will engage with a variety of content topics and themes related to their real life needs and computer science, developing their ability to discuss issues and think critically.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency codes]
C-EC-002-2     C-EC-010-3     C-EC-011-2     C-EC-012-2


By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
• Increase their fluency in English language reading, writing, speaking and listening;
• Become more effective independent language learners, practicing and incorporating learning strategies into their English language studies.
• Further develop their understanding of high frequency English vocabulary and use their knowledge with increased speed;
• Carry out a number of English language tasks connected to relevant general and specific purposes topics.
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 Class 1: Introduction to course
Class 2: Unit 4-1
Class 3: Unit 4-2
Class 4: Unit 4-3
Class 5: Unit 4-4
Class 6: Unit 5-1
Class 7: Unit 5-2
Class 8: Unit 5-3
Class 9: Unit 5-4
Class 10: Unit 6-1
Class 11: Unit 2-2
Class 12: Unit 6-3
Class 13: Unit 6-4
Class 14: Speaking assignment
***There will also be a final exam during exam week.***
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 All materials are provided by the instructor.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 Active participation: 5%
Vocabulary quizzes: 15%
Speaking assignment: 10%
In-class activities/homework assignments: 35%
Final exam: 35%

Note: In order to pass this course, you must complete the required number of TOEIC e-learning units, and mock TOEIC exams.
You must also score at least 40% in all grading categories to pass the course.
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 All materials are provided by the instructor in class and/or via Moodle.
Every student must enroll in the course through Moodle. Announcements will be uploaded on the course page on Moodle. Please check Moodle for detailed information on assignments or other course information. Please contact your professor if you have any problems accessing the website. If you have problems with your login, please contact or visit SSB (RQ 207-E).
It is required that students take quizzes and exams individually; cheating/plagiarizing other’s work will not be tolerated.
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 Instructors in this course have work experience in private industry.


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開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　1学期 ／First Quarter
対象学年
／Course for;		 2nd year
単位数
／Credits		 1.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 ILIC Peter
担当教員名
／Instructor		 ILIC Peter, HEO Younghyon
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/01/26
授業の概要
／Course outline		 Intermediate English 1 is a learner-centered course designed around the functional use of language and the communicative needs of University of Aizu (UoA) computer science students. Therefore, English is viewed principally as a tool for communication, and learning content and activities are chosen that best enable learners to effectively acquire and apply English language knowledge and skills in situations they encounter during their academic studies at UoA. This course is organized around a set of 5 key functions fundamental to academic communication and designed to teach a collection of vocabulary and language patterns learners need to perform these functions. At the same time, topics are included that provide learners in the field of computer science with a realistic and practical context for the language they are learning so that the authenticity, relevance, and utility of the language material to the learners’ needs are brought to the fore. Furthermore, the course aims to increase learner fluency in receptive (listening/reading) and productive (speaking/writing) language skills essential for meaningful communicative interaction through a balance of online and face-to-face activities. Finally, learners will be introduced to methods of language learning that will assist them with their life-long learning needs.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency Codes]
C-EC-002-1, C-EC-010-1, C-EC-011-1, C-EC-012-1

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have:
1. developed English language competency in applying key academic functions.
2. increased fluency in English language listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
3. developed effective independent English language learner skills.
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 Class 1. Course Orientation
Class 2. Compare and Contrast A
Class 3. Compare and Contrast B
Class 4. Cause and Effect A
Class 5. Cause and Effect B
Class 6. Classification A
Class 7. Classification B
Class 8. Midterm Examination
Class 9. Chronological Order A
Class 10. Chronological Order B
Class 11. Spatial Order A
Class 12. Spatial Order B
Class 13. Synthesis A
Class 14. Synthesis B
Class 15. Final Examination  

(Class schedule may change to fit class characteristics.)
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 No textbook will be used. Course material will be made available on the Moodle system.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 • Participation: 10%
• Homework/Quizzes: 40%
• Mid-term Examination: 20%
• Final Examination: 30%

*Attempting both the Mid-term and Final examinations is required to pass the course.
**If an examination is not attempted for legitimate reasons, extra work may be assigned.
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 It is the sole responsibility of the student to inform the instructor in a timely manner of any reason for being absent/late from class or missing a submission deadline.

Attendance rules will follow the UoA guidelines on the number of allowed absences.
Students who arrive more than 15 minutes late or leave more than 15 minutes early (without reason) will be considered absent.

Late assignments (without reason) will lose 10% per day (not by class).
After five days, a late assignment will receive a mark of 0%.

Cheating or plagiarizing of others’ work will not be tolerated, and any punishment will follow the UoA guidelines.
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 Instructors in this course have work experience in private industry.


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開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　2学期 ／Second Quarter
対象学年
／Course for;		 2nd year
単位数
／Credits		 1.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 ILIC Peter
担当教員名
／Instructor		 ILIC Peter, BLAKE John, HEO Younghyon
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/01/26
授業の概要
／Course outline		 Intermediate English 2 follows from Intermediate English 1, taught in the first quarter of semester one. This is a learner-centered course designed around the functional use of language and the communicative needs of University of Aizu (UoA) computer science students. Therefore, English is viewed principally as a tool for communication, and learning content and activities are chosen that best enable learners to effectively acquire and apply English language knowledge and skills in situations they encounter during their academic studies at UoA. This course is organized around a set of 5 key functions fundamental to academic communication and designed to teach a collection of vocabulary and language patterns learners need to perform these functions. At the same time, topics are included that provide learners in the field of computer science with a realistic and practical context for the language they are learning so that the authenticity, relevance, and utility of the language material to the learners’ needs are brought to the fore. Furthermore, the course aims to increase learner fluency in receptive (listening/reading) and productive (speaking/writing) language skills essential for meaningful communicative interaction through a balance of online and face-to-face activities. Finally, learners will be introduced to methods of language learning that will assist them with their life-long learning needs.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency Codes]
C-EC-002-1, C-EC-010-1, C-EC-011-1, C-EC-012-1

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have:
1. developed English language competency in applying key academic functions.
2. increased fluency in English language listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
3. developed effective independent English language learner skills.
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 Class 1. Course Orientation
Class 2. Generalization A
Class 3. Generalization B
Class 4. Personal Opinion A
Class 5. Personal Opinion B
Class 6. Arguments A
Class 7. Arguments B
Class 8. Midterm Examination
Class 9. Prediction A
Class 10. Prediction B
Class 11. Hypothesis A
Class 12. Hypothesis B
Class 13. Synthesis A
Class 14. Synthesis B
Class 15. Final Examination  
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 No textbook will be used. Course material will be made available on the Moodle system.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 • Participation: 10%
• Homework/Quizzes: 40%
• Mid-term Examination: 20%
• Final Examination: 30%


*Attempting both the Mid-term and Final examinations is required to pass the course.
**If an examination is not attempted for legitimate reasons, extra work may be assigned.
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 It is the sole responsibility of the student to inform the instructor in a timely manner of any reason for being absent/late from class or missing a submission deadline.

Attendance rules will follow the UoA guidelines on the number of allowed absences.
Students who arrive more than 15 minutes late or leave more than 15 minutes early (without reason) will be considered absent.

Late assignments (without reason) will lose 10% per day (not by class).
After five days, a late assignment will receive a mark of 0%.

Cheating or plagiarizing of others’ work will not be tolerated, and any punishment will follow the UoA guidelines.
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 Instructors in this course have work experience in private industry.


Open Competency Codes Table Back

開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　3学期 ／Third Quarter
対象学年
／Course for;		 2nd year
単位数
／Credits		 2.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 LINGLE William
担当教員名
／Instructor		 LINGLE William, ROY Debopriyo, BLAKE John, WILSON Ian
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/01/25
授業の概要
／Course outline		 Advanced English is an English course focused on writing and technical presentation skills. In order to prepare students for careers as computer scientists, the course teaches the use of academic language and critical thinking in computer science (CS)-specific contexts. Further, the course will prepare students to make conference presentations and discuss their research interests.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency Codes]
C-EC-005-1, C-EC-006-1, C-EC-007, C-EC-013-1

Course objectives
Students will learn writing and presentation strategies that allow them to communicate and think critically in English as computer science professionals.

By the end of this course, students will achieve the following course tasks:
T1. Listen to, understand, and verbally summarize an academic presentation
T2. Develop thesis-writing strategies (focus on organization, layout, formatting, text-graphics coordination and content judgment)
T3. Design a technical presentation, find synonyms, and present research without notes
T4. Create a poster for an academic presentation

Attainment targets:
Listening
Using English, students are expected to be able to:
L1. Follow oral instructions and lectures in the classroom reasonably well
L2. Listen to speakers in video presentations and understand the content reasonably well
L3. Listen to and understand classroom presentations by classmates and post follow-up online comments

Speaking
Using English, students are expected to be able to:
S1. Describe a process used in computer science
S2. Make presentations to describe a process/procedure, technology or situation
S3. Respond to questions from audience/instructor
S4. Provide a reasoned opinion, with evidence, on a familiar topic

Reading
Using English, students are expected to be able to:
R1. Research a topic well based on readings on the Internet
R2. Select/highlight the most important arguments in a reading and write thesis statements
R3. Comprehend a process, instruction or guidelines as outlined in a technical text
R4. Look for synonyms/antonyms for word choices made for the presentation/reports

Writing
Using English, students are expected to be able to:
W1. Write statements to describe a process, or main arguments on a topic
W2. Design posters to describe a research theme
W3. Design technical presentations demonstrating a technology and/or a CS topic of interest
W4. Be able to write captions describing an image to be used in poster/presentation/report  
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 For each class session, T=Tasks described in Course Objectives above; L/S/R/W=Attainment Targets in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing as described above.

1.  Learn about the course and the syllabus, the structure and functions of research papers, and how to identify basic information in them. [L1; S3]

2.  Learn important features of academic style as well as key academic vocabulary and how it is used in the genres of research articles and presentations. Begin choosing a lab and research topic of interest. [L1; S3]

3.  Learn about different methods of note taking and concept mapping. Watch a video on a CS topic and practice listening and taking notes. [T1; L1/2; S3]

4.  Learn about summarizing, paraphrasing, and quoting, and practice using academic vocabulary to summarize the video you saw. Work on the Video Speaking Assignment. [T1; L1/2; S1/3; R1; W1]

5.  Learn how to find useful topic information online. Begin searching for information related to your topics of interest. Practice discussing these topics with partners. [L1/3; S1/2/3; R1/3]

6.  Practice summarizing information from academic texts using example sentences and academic vocabulary. Work on the Summary Assignment. [T2; L1; S3; R1/2/4; W1]

7.  Learn how specific words can express opinions or measurable facts, and how to identify these words in texts. Practice evaluating evidence for statements in academic texts and discuss this evidence with partners. [L1/3; S1/2/3/4; R1/2/3; W1]

8.  Using graduation theses from a lab you want to join, learn the language used to describe research processes, methods, and/or results in your field. Evaluate and describe these for your classmates and respond to their comments and questions. [L1/3; S1/2/3/4; R1/2/3/4; W1]

9.  Learn how to plan a good research presentation and make effective presentation slides. Choose a CS topic of interest and begin work on the Technical Presentation Assignment. [T2/3; L1; R1/2/3/4; W1/3/4]

10.  Practice identifying and using key academic vocabulary and sentence structures to write content for the Technical Presentation Assignment. [T2/3; L1; R1/2/3/4; W1/3]

11.  Learn the features of an effective presentation and practice presenting research with your classmates. Work on completing the Technical Presentation Assignment. [T2/3; L1/3; S1/2/3/4; R3/4; W1/3/4]

12.  Learn the features of good academic/scientific research poster design. Identify graphics and other design elements to use for your topic and begin work on the Research Poster Assignment. [T2/4; L1; R1/2/3/4; W1/2/4]

13.  Discuss your chosen CS topics with classmates and respond to comments and questions. Choose effective academic vocabulary and grammar to describe research information in your Research Poster Assignment. [T2/4; L1/3; S1/2/3/4; R3/4; W1/2]

14.  Review the main points discussed in the course. Submit a course evaluation and work on finishing the Research Poster Assignment. [T2/4; L1; R1/2/3/4; W1/2/4]

Final Project:  Poster due by the end of the final exam week
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 Materials to be provided by individual instructors; no textbook required.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 In-class language activities (instructor's choice) 20%
In-class research activities (instructor's choice) 20%
Video Speaking Assignment T1 10%
Summary Assignment T2 10%
Technical Presentation Assignment T2/3 20%
Research Poster Assignment T2/4 20%
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 None
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 Reference websites

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開講学期
／Semester		 2024年度／Academic Year 　後期 ／Second Semester
対象学年
／Course for;		 4th year
単位数
／Credits		 1.0
責任者
／Coordinator		 BLAKE John
担当教員名
／Instructor		 BLAKE John, ROY Debopriyo, HEO Younghyon, LINGLE William, ILIC Peter, CARR Nicholas, WILSON Ian, KANEKO Emiko
推奨トラック
／Recommended track		 －
先修科目
／Essential courses		 －
更新日／Last updated on 2024/02/15
授業の概要
／Course outline		 The primary aim of this course is to enable participants to write a graduation thesis that conforms to the university guidelines and expectations of supervisors. The form, function and content of the graduation thesis and its sections will be studied in detail. Participants will plan, draft, edit and revise their own graduation thesis throughout this course. The secondary aim is to plan, prepare and practice for the graduation thesis presentation.
授業の目的と到達目標
／Objectives and attainment
goals		 [Corresponding Learning Outcomes]
(D)Graduates are able to view human society from a global perspective and think about the coexistence of nature and human beings, as well as the happiness, health, and welfare of humankind.
(E)Graduates are able to effectively express their thoughts and judgments in writing, orally, and through information media, both inside and outside the country, and to communicate them to others, as well as to understand the information and opinions expressed by others.
(F)Graduates are able to determine and carry out the actions they and others, including those from other disciplines, should take and plan and manage work under given constraints in collaborative projects.

[Competency Codes]
C-EC-008-1, C-EC-009-1

By the end of the course participants will be able to:

(a) write a graduation thesis which is clear, concise, correct, objective and formal.
(b) deliver a research presentation to showcase their graduation thesis project.
授業スケジュール
／Class schedule		 This content of the course will be tailored to the requirements of the participants by the individual class teacher. The assessment criteria, however, remain the same.

Block 1 Thesis writing

Session 1 Thesis structure
Session 2 Paragraph development
Session 3 Referring to sources
Session 4 Introduction
Session 5 Method
Session 6 Results
Session 7 Discussion
Session 8 Front and end matter (abstract, references, etc.)

Block 2 Workshop/consultations

Session 9 Planning
Session 10 Drafting
Session 11 Editing

Block 3 Presentations

Session 12 Oral presentations
Session 13 Slideshow presentations
Session 14 Video presentations
教科書
／Textbook(s)		 No textbook. Materials will be provided.
成績評価の方法・基準
／Grading method/criteria		 Due to the individualized nature of this course, you will be assessed according to activities set by your class teacher. These activities will evaluate your knowledge of thesis writing, and presentation skills.
履修上の留意点
／Note for course registration		 None
参考(授業ホームページ、図書など)
／Reference (course
website, literature, etc.)		 https://u-aizu.ac.jp/~jblake/course_thesis_v2/thesis_v2_unit_01.html


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