Type of Credit: Partially Required
Credit(s)
Number of Students
College English I/II is a two-semester course, designed to help students improve their English language proficiency, be prepared for learning in a higher education environment in English, and develop the ability to engage critically with the world. While it is a four-skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) integrated course, a particular emphasis will be placed on speaking and writing skills students tend to lack most. All College English I/II courses are conducted in English.
能力項目說明
By the end of the course, students will have improved their English language proficiency, be better prepared for learning other subjects in EMI (English as a medium of instruction) settings, and acquired familiarity with a selection of issues related to cross-cultural communication.
Learning outcomes for speaking
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Learning outcomes for writing
By the end of the course, students will be able to do the following in written form:
Learning outcomes related to intercultural awareness
By the end of the course, students will have improved their ability to:
| 教學週次Course Week | 彈性補充教學週次Flexible Supplemental Instruction Week | 彈性補充教學類別Flexible Supplemental Instruction Type |
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The following schedule will be adjusted to accommodate the progress of the class. |
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週次 Week |
課程主題 Topic |
課程內容與指定閱讀 Content and Reading Assignment |
教學活動與作業 Teaching Activities and Homework |
| 1 |
Giving effective academic presentations |
Supplementary material |
Research presentation topics |
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2 |
228 Memorial Day (No class) |
N/A | Prepare for presentation |
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3 |
Understanding the digital world |
Newspaper article |
Prepare for presentation |
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4 |
Expressing perspectives | Assigned reading | Read and complete assigned exercises |
| 5 | Understanding politically correct language |
Supplementary material |
Prepare assignment #1 |
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6 |
Understanding nonverbal communication |
Supplementary material |
Submit assignment #1 |
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7 |
Spring break (No class) |
N/A | N/A |
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8 |
Speculating about the future | Assigned reading | Prepare for the mid-term exam |
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9 |
Mid-term exam | Mid-term exam | N/A |
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10 |
Describing crimes & punishments | Real-life legal anecdote | Read and complete assigned exercises |
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11 |
Exploring impact of globalization | Supplementary material | Prepare assignment #2 |
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12 |
Distinguishing formal & informal expressions |
Real-life legal anecdote | Submit assignment #2 |
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13 |
Expressing surprise and disbelief | Assigned reading | Read and complete assigned exercises |
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14 |
Writing a statement of purpose |
Supplementary material | Read and complete assigned exercises |
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15 |
Dragon Boat Festival (No class) |
N/A | Prepare for the final exam |
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16 |
Final exam |
Written & speaking tests |
N/A |
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17 |
Intercultural Communication (Online module) |
Moodle lessons Unit 4, 5 |
Watch lecture videos and complete tasks |
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18 |
Intercultural Communication (Online module) |
Moodle lesson Unit 6 |
Watch lecture videos and complete tasks |
Class time will be devoted to activities that allow you to practice and interact in English. To successfully complete the course, you must prepare the assigned homework prior to class and, while in class actively participate in discussions and pair/group work. Your final grades are determined by the following course components:
Participation
Your participation grade will be based on your attendance, homework preparation, and the contribution you make to the learning experience of others. Contribution includes your in-class questions to the instructor, insights and comments regarding class content, answers to the instructor’s questions, and reactions to other students’ contributions.
In-class exercises/quizzes
Periodically throughout the semester, writing/listening exercises and pop quizzes will be given in class. These exercises and quizzes can NOT be made up.
Oral presentations
You will participate in a group academic presentation. Along with three other students, you will research, present, and defend your perspective on a controversial topic. The presentation should last approximately 20 minutes, followed by a 10-minute discussion session. Please schedule a meeting with the instructor two weeks before your presentation to discuss your topic and outline. Further details will be provided in class.
Written assignments
There will be three major written assignments in addition to in-class and take-home writing exercises. In each assignment, you will respond to the writing prompts regarding a cross-cultural issue. Your paper should demonstrate that you have thought seriously and critically about the topic and made effective use of the resources provided. You are also encouraged to research the topic and cite your sources. The grading rubric for the written assignments is available on the class website.
Examinations
All materials, including the readings, handouts, and information provided in class will potentially be included on mid-term and final exams. The mid-term exam is a written test, and the final exam contains a written test and a speaking test. The written tests include vocabulary/grammar questions, a listening/reading section, and short writing tasks. The speaking test requires you to answer two or more questions, each question for three minutes. The instructor will evaluate your ability to respond to the questions appropriately and to speak for an extended period of time without hesitation, deviation, or repetition. The grading rubric for the speaking test is available on the class website. No make-up exams will be given unless you provide documentation of a true emergency.
Course materials:
Supplementary readings
Resources:
VoiceTube: https://tw.voicetube.com
BBC Learning English: http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish
TED talks: https://www.ted.com/talks
LTTC BESTEP: https://bestep.tw/
Online Module on Intercultural Communication: https://moodle.nccu.edu.tw/