Course title
S22100001
Listening and Speaking

TSUNEYASU Masa Click to show questionnaire result at 2019

KUJI Miki Click to show questionnaire result at 2019

HIRAI Sayoko

HORTON HIROSE EMIKO Click to show questionnaire result at 2019
and more...

HORTON-HIROSE REINA
Course description
The aim of this course is to develop the students’ ability to communicate in English. Students will discuss topics related to architecture, building up their active vocabulary, grammatical knowledge, and spoken fluency. They will also carry out a variety of listening activities.
Purpose of class
To develop the students’ ability to communicate in English
Goals and objectives

Goals and objectives Course Outcomes
1. To be able to communicate in English about given topics with a degree of fluency and confidence.
2. To be able to use a range of vocabulary and grammar in conversation.
3. To be able to understand short conversations and speeches in everyday settings.
Language
English
Class schedule

Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Introduction to the course & preview activity
Unit 1
INTRODUCTION: Introducing the project team

Vocabulary: To learn the names of different professions in architecture
Pronunciation: To learn the importance of word stress
Grammar: To explain things using relative pronouns
Conversation: To introduce the project members
Preview Unit 1 200分
Read the syllabus
2. Unit 2
PLANNING : Talking about the project site


Vocabulary: To learn words related to a local area
Pronunciation: To practice linked sounds
Grammar: To describe locations using prepositions
Conversation: To talk about an area and a project site
Preview Unit 2 200分
3. Unit 3
FLOOR PLAN: Talking about rooms

Vocabulary: To learn the names of rooms
Pronunciation: To practice word stress
Grammar: To describe the parts of a building/unit using comparatives
Conversation: To talk about building or unit amenities
Preview Unit 3 200分
4. Unit 4
BUILDING STRUCTURE: Talking about building structure and materials


Vocabulary: To learn words related to building structure
Pronunciation: To practice the pronunciation of /ər/ and /ar/
Grammar: To describe building structures using quantifiers
Conversation: To talk about building materials and structure
Preview Unit 4 200分
5. Unit 5
KITCHEN: Talking about kitchen design and appliances

Vocabulary: To learn words for describing kitchens
Pronunciation: To practice consonant clusters
Grammar: To give opinions about the kitchen using conjunctions
Conversation: To talk about kitchen layout and basic kitchen appliances
Preview Unit 5 200分
6. Unit 6
DINING & LIVING ROOM: Talking about furniture

Vocabulary: To learn various kinds of furniture
Pronunciation: To practice the diphthongs /aɪ, aʊ, eɪ, ɔɪ, oʊ/
Grammar: To describe living and dining rooms using gerunds and infinitives
Conversation: To talk about arranging furniture in the living room

Mid-Semester test and feedback
Preview Unit 6 200分
Prepare for Mid-Semester test
7. Mid-Semester test and feedback Prepare for Mid-Semester test 200分
8. Unit 7
DESIGN & STYLE: Talking about windows and lighting

Vocabulary: To learn different types of windows
Pronunciation: To practice /l/ at the end of a word
Grammar: To describe the living room using adjectives and adverbs a living room
Conversation: To talk about different window types in an apartment
Preview Unit 7 200分
9. Unit 8
SCALE & DIMENSION: Talking about sizes and shapes of furniture

Vocabulary: To learn different scales and shapes
Pronunciation: To practice /θ/ and /ð/
Grammar: To describe scale and dimension using countable and uncountable nouns
Conversation: To talk about scales and shapes of furniture
Preview Unit 8 200分
10. Unit 9
COLORS & MATERIALS: Talking about preferences in colors
and materials

Vocabulary: To learn words describing colors
Pronunciation: To practice reduced sounds
Grammar: To describe colors and materials using verbs used as adjectives
Conversation: To talk about the material and color of kitchen cabinets
Preview Unit 9 200分
11. Unit 10
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN: Talking about environmentally friendly designs

Vocabulary: To learn the words describing saving energy
Pronunciation: To practice the [ng]-sound
Grammar: To make suggestions using auxiliary verbs
Conversation: To talk about environmentally friendly designs
Preview Unit 10 200分
12. Unit 11
NATURAL HAZARDS: Talking about protecting buildings from natural hazards

Vocabulary: To learn words describing natural hazards
Pronunciation: To learn and practice /a/, /e/, /i/, /o/, /u/,and /æ/
Grammar: To describe natural hazards using conditional sentences
Conversation: To talk about the durability of a building
Preview Unit 11 200分
13. Unit 12
URBAN DESIGN:Talking about infrastructure planning

Vocabulary: To learn words related to infrastructure
Pronunciation: To practice the rhythm of English
Grammar: To talk about urban design using passive voice
Conversation: To talk about the basics of urban planning


Final test and summary of the course
Preview Unit 12 200分
Prepare for Final test
14. Final test and summary of the course Prepare for Final test 200分
15. TOEIC IP Test
(Not done in class. The date, time and place of the test will be announced through ScombZ notifications.)
Prepare for the TOEIC IP test
Total. - - 2800分
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

Mid-Semester test Final test Assignments Participation Short Tests Total.
1. 20% 30% 15% 20% 15% 100%
2. 0%
3. 0%
4. 0%
5. 0%
Total. 20% 30% 15% 20% 15% -
Evaluation method and criteria
The final score will be calculated as follows: 90 % of the class score (100 full points) + 10% of TOEIC-IP test score. Students need to score 60% or more in order to pass the course. For the calculation of the TOEIC test score, a score of 700 is regarded as full points (100 points). A score of 700 and above will be counted as 100 points.
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Class Score
Mid-Semester test: 20%
Final test: 30%
Assignments:15%
Participation: 20%
Short Tests: 15%
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A score of 60% is needed to pass this course.
Students can expect to obtain more than 60 points if students actively participate in class and if their performance on tests and assignments shows that they have mostly comprehended the learning contents of the course.
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Detailed class contents may be subjected to be slightly different depending on students' understanding and situations.
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Textbooks and reference materials
Basic English for Architecture: Listening & Speaking (Nan'un-do)
Prerequisites
Please bring a dictionary to the class.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Before or after class
  • Learning Support Room will also assist your study.
  • Try to use e-learning (Super EIGO AE3).
Regionally-oriented
Regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
Active-learning course
Most classes are interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
N/A N/A
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
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