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授業の内容（Course Description） |
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Natural English is studied and practiced. Particular focus is placed on understanding and using the real English sounds of native speakers in everyday topics. Students will learn to identify and use speech patterns and pronunciation that will allow them to communicate more naturally with native speakers. Active participation, including interaction among class participants, is required. (Two course sequence.)
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授業の到達目標（Course Objectives） |
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To improve English listening and speaking skills on the micro (pronunciation) and macro (grammar) level.
To recognize the differences between written and spoken English.
To gain confidence communicating in English.
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成績評価方法（Grading Policy） |
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Students will be graded in both written tests and assessed spoken activities.
Written tests will focus on recognition of natural speech patterns and grammar. Spoken assessments focus on correct usage of natural speech patterns in natural situations.
Tests will be graded at 30% each and the spoken assessment at 40%. Additionally, a lack of active participation, lateness to class and other problems will result in serious penalties.
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テキスト・参考文献（Textbooks) |
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COMMUNICATION SPOTLIGHT Speaking Strategies & Listening Skills. Spring will cover Units 0-9
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授業時間外の学習《準備学習》（Assignments） |
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Notebooks should be submitted twice a semester
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学生への要望・その他（Class Requirements） |
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Regular attendance (Maximum 4 absences).
All tests and assignments must be completed on time.
Active participation, including interaction among class participants, is required.
In case of absence, students must communicate with the teacher to find out about the missed lesson and homework assignments.
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授業の計画（Course Syllabus) |
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SPRING
Week 1: Introduction to the class and Linking Sounds
Week 2: Weak Vowels
Week 3: Sentence Stress
Week 4: Weak Vowels
Week 5: Sentence Stress
Week 6: Review
Week 7: Written Test 1
Week 8: Linking Sounds
Week 9: Disappearing Sounds
Week 10: Sentence Stress and Speaking Assessments
Week 11: Weak Vowels and Speaking Assessments
Week 12: Patterns and Speaking Assessments
Week 13: Review
Week 14: Written Test 2
Week 15: Wrap-up Activity
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