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科目名稱:大學英文(二)

Course Name: College English II

修別:群

Type of Credit: Partially Required

3.0

學分數

Credit(s)

38

預收人數

Number of Students

課程資料Course Details

課程簡介Course Description

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.

核心能力分析圖 Core Competence Analysis Chart

能力項目說明


    課程目標與學習成效Course Objectives & Learning Outcomes

    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:

    • Conduct a short interview
    • Analyze, question, or comment on listening content
    • Give an oral report or a speech
    • Give a formal oral presentation
    • Explain and support an argument

    Learning outcomes for writing

    By the end of the course, students will be able to do the following in written form:

    • Analyze and comment on listening content
    • Analyze and comment on reading content
    • Express opinions regarding local and global issues
    • Prepare a statement of purpose for student exchange program, scholarship or internship

    Learning outcomes related to intercultural awareness

    By the end of the course, students will have improved their ability to:

    • Analyze cultural differences using relevant intercultural theories
    • Identify potential misunderstandings or conflicts in intercultural situations
    • Explain and critique the issues related to globalization 

    每周課程進度與作業要求 Course Schedule & Requirements

    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

    Week

    Topic

    Content and Reading Assignment

    Teaching Activities and Homework

    1

    Course overview

    • Presentation skills and body language
    • Year in review

    2

    2/28 Holiday

    3

    The Power of Words

    • Political correctness language
    • Paragraphs to essays
    • Writing assignment 1:
    • Opinion essay (Express opinions regarding local and global issues)

    4

    Everyday Heroes

    • The power of small actions
    • SDGs
    • Grammar: Adverbials
    • Crafting an Earth Day event initiative

    5

    Imagining the Future

    • Biological blueprints
    • Elon Musk: the city of the future
    • Grammar: Nominalization
    • Crafting an Earth Day event proposal

    6

    Eco-Visionaries

    • TED Talk: What a driverless world could look like
    • TOEFL iBT integrated writing practice
    • Writing assignment 2:
      Commenting on reading/listening content
    • Crafting an Earth Day event poster + presentation
    • Mid-term exam revision

    7

    4/4 Holiday

    8

    Mid-term exam

    • Written exam
    • Prepare for presentation

    9

    Student presentation

    • Group presentation
    • Earth Day event

    10

    From Aging to Thriving

    • Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
    • How to write a statement of purpose
    • Writing assignment 3:
      Statement of purpose

    11

    Peak Performance

    • My healthy lifestyle
    • BESTEP Speaking
    • Speaking: Responding to questions
    • Grammar: Articles

    12

    Think Simple, Act Big

    • TED Talk: My simple invention, designed to keep my grandfather safe
    • Final exam revision

    13

    Speaking Test 1

    • Mock interview

     

    14

    Speaking Test 2

    • Mock interview

     

    15

    5/30 Holiday

    16

    Final exam

    • Written exam

     

    17

    Intercultural Communication (Online module)

    Moodle lessons, Unit 4-6

     

    18

    Intercultural Communication (Online module)

    Moodle lessons, Unit 4-6

     

    授課方式Teaching Approach

    25%

    講述 Lecture

    35%

    討論 Discussion

    20%

    小組活動 Group activity

    20%

    數位學習 E-learning

    0%

    其他: Others:

    評量工具與策略、評分標準成效Evaluation Criteria

    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 (including attendance, class discussion, and homework): 20%
    • Written assignments: 30%
    • Oral presentation: 15%
    • Midterm exam: 15%
    • Final exam: 20%

    Attendance and Participation

    Attendance will be recorded in every class. Any absence will be counted against your records unless a leave of absence is requested to the instructor by email, prior to or by the end of the absent day. Habitual lateness will also jeopardize your attendance records. Participation grade will be based on your before-class 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. However, with an approved leave of absence, missed quizzes, which otherwise would count as zero, will not count towards your composite final grade.

    Oral presentations

    In addition to the periodic in-class presentations, you will give a group presentation during the semester. In a group of 3-4, you and your groupmates will create a visually engaging Earth Day event proposal. You should highlight the eco-friendly activities, emphasize the importance of sustainability, and encourage audience interaction. The presentation should be approximately 10 minutes, followed by a 5-minute discussion. More details will be provided in class. The rubric is available on Moodle.

    Note: For the group presentation, individual grades will still be awarded reflecting your individual effort, participation and achievement in the group. In short, not every member of the group will receive the same grade.

    Written assignments

    In addition to the periodic in-class and take-home writing exercises, there will be three written assignments for the course. Your papers should show you have completed and thought seriously and critically about the readings and videos provided for you. You are also encouraged to research the topic and cite your sources.

    1. Opinion Essay: Craft an opinion essay expressing your perspectives on local and global issues. Utilize examples and insights to support your viewpoints. (10%)
    2. Commenting on Reading/Listening Content: Formulate a commentary on assigned reading or listening material. Showcase your critical thinking skills by analyzing and reflecting on the content. (10%)
    3. Statement of Purpose: Compose a Statement of Purpose for your exchange program application. (10%)

    More details will be provided in class. The rubrics are available on Moodle.

    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 one minute. 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 have received the instructor’s permission in advance.

    指定/參考書目Textbook & References

    • Handouts: To be distributed in class.
       
    • 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/

    • Study materials for Introduction to Cross-cultural Communication (CCC)

    (a) Guide to bias-free writing [Reading]

    (b) Racist Warning on the Tom and Jerry Cartoons

    (c) A glossary of terms you need to stay woke [Reading]

    (d) American hand gestures in different cultures - 7 ways to get yourself in trouble abroad [Video]

    (e) Cultural proxemics: Personal space [Video]

    (f) How different cultures tell time [Video]

    (g) Top 10 nonverbal communication tips [Reading]

    (h) Globalization

    (i) Glocalization

    (j) The issue of outsourcing according to the Simpsons cartoon

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    本課程可否使用生成式AI工具Course Policies on the Use of Generative AI Tools

    有條件開放使用:May be used with instructor permission only Conditional Permitted to Use

    課程相關連結Course Related Links

    Online Module on Intercultural Communication: https://moodle.nccu.edu.tw/

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