● 英語Ｒ集１ＴＣ
―Special Topics in American Society―

002-D-613

This course serves as an introductory course to special topics in American sociology such as Feminism, gun rights, the gay marriage debate, presidential elections etc... Students will be given weekly readings from an array of sources for which they will be given a short quiz in the next class. Students will be expected to actively participate in activities and perform presentations.

The goal of this course is to gain a better understanding of topics covered in American sociology. The class will be conducted solely in English so there will also be opportunities to expand vocabulary, practice essay writing, listen to authentic English materials, and participate in discussions....

1	Course Introduction and Explanation of Syllabus
2	Lecture on Presentation Skills
3	Practice Presentations
4	Topic 1 Introduction and Activity
5	Topic 1 Quiz and Presentation
6	Topic 2 Introduction and Activity
7	Topic 2 Quiz and Presentation
8	Topic 3 Introduction and Activity
9	Topic 3 Quiz and Presentations
10	Topic 4 Introduction and Activity
11	Topic 4 Quiz and Presentation
12	Topic 5 Introduction and Activity
13	Topic 5 Quiz and Presentation
14	Essay Expectations
15	Essay 1 Due and Summing up first semester
16	Explanation of Second Semester Expectations
17	Review of First Semester Presentation Skills
18	Practice Presentations
19	Topic 6 Introduction and Activity
20	Topic 6 Quiz and Presentation
21	Topic 7 Introduction and Activity
22	Topic 7 Quiz and Presentation
23	Topic 8 Introduction and Activity
24	Topic 8 Quiz and Presentation
25	Topic 9 Introduction and Activity
26	Topic 9 Quiz and Presentation
27	Topic 10 Introduction and Activity
28	Topic 10 Quiz and Presentation
29	Essay Expectations
30	Essay 2 Due and Summing up Year

The schedule of classes may change slightly due to instructor's discretion

Students will participate in group-work discussions, as well as individual essay items, presentations and quizzes

Students should familiarize themselves with the topic before class approximately 30 - 60 minutes
Students should study vocabulary and practice presentations approximately 60 - 120 minutes

レポート：20％

小テスト：40％

平常点（クラス参加、グループ作業の成果等）：10％

Presentations：30％

All reading materials will be supplied by the instructor to be passed out before each class.

履修者数制限あり。
第1回目の授業に必ず出席のこと｡

Students should be familiar with Microsoft Powerpoint or Apple Keynote software.

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