This course helps prepare the student for study abroad.It is expected that students are planning to undertake some form of study abroad within the next year or two.

By the end of the course students will have more confidence in their spoken language and better conversations skills to help their transition when living in a foreign country. Basic information and preparation skills will also be taught.

English communication, study abroad, active learning.

Please refer to the curriculum map to determine which curriculum policy is applicable for this course.

Basic classroom methodology will be used to create a natural English-speaking environment in class for 90 minutes. Examples and new vocabulary will be given but the onus will be on the student to communicate in English within their group. Building fluency is the main aim of each class. A textbook will be followed but won't be the only teaching resource. There will be many discussions for the student to participate in.

The course will proceed as follows:

1. General basics - talking about yourself (text)
2. Study abroad - problems and thoughts (discussion)
3. Country guides + presentation
4. Listening activities

Students are expected to be planning to study abroad and attend all classes. Thus, students must participate in class regularly since every absence will have a negative effect on the student’s final grade. Be on time and be prepared to make conversation and ask questions if there’s any uncertainty. The level of this course corresponds approximately to a TOEIC score of 450-600.

Use this course as a chance to improve your English skills. Tell me what skills you'd like more practice in.

Active participation in conversations is a basic requirement. Preparation for discussions is also expected. Presentations should be practiced thoroughly before actual delivery. Grading is based on (a) participation in class (b) acquisition of knowledge (c) level of comprehension (d) level of general skills (logical thinking, writing, etc.)

Talking about yourself 20% (5 x 10%), Discussions 15% (3 x 5%),
Country presentation 20%, Listening activities 15% (3 x 5%), Short Tests 30% (10 x 3%)

*students missing 1/3 of classes will not receive a passing grade.

Door To Door, Greg Minehane: Perceptia Press.
ISBN978-4-939130-82-3
Additional study materials will be announced during the course.

This is a practical conversation course requiring students to take an active part.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 16:10-17:50.Meetings outside office hours can be arranged by contacting me beforehand.