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Academic English: Theme-based
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The goal of this course is to introduce students to various topics and issues observed in contemporary society through engaging readings and classroom discussions. Students will encounter vocabulary in these readings that will help them better understand the topics being studied. Students will be expected to share their opinions on topics in class in order to build oral fluency and confidence when speaking in English.
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Each week you will encounter a different social issue, such as identity, gender issues, class inequality, etc. through a reading completed at home. In class students will have the opportunity to critically analyze the issue and share their opinions with their classmates. Students will be required to prepare for and participate in debates held regularly in class.
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sociology, politics, global studies
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First Semester (weekly schedule)
1. Class introduction/discussion practice 2. Fashion: Tattoos 3. Fashion: Cosmetic Surgery 4. Media and Technology: Digital Learning 5. Media and Technology: Online Dating 6. Relationships: Bullying 7. Relationships: Gender Roles 8. Human Rights: Prison Labor 9. Human Rights: Protests 10. Government and Politics: Fake News 11. Government and Politics: Drones 12. Business: Fair Trade 13. Business: The American Dream
Second Semester (weekly schedule)
1. Class introduction/discussion practice 2. Fashion: Body Piercing 3. Fashion: Consumerism 4. Media and Technology: Internet Addiction 5. Media and Technology: Surveillance 6. Relationships: Hazing 7. Relationships: Paternity Leave 8. Human Rights: Modern Slavery 9. Human Rights: Human Genetic Engineering 10. Government and Politics: Censorship 11. Government and Politics: Private Prisons 12. Business: Minimum Wage 13. Business: Dream Jobs
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Active participation* in class activities: 40% Homework:30% Quizzes: 30%
*Note: Your “Participation score" will be based on the quality of your in-class performance, including how often you speak in class, how prepared you are for each class, etc. This grade is not based on your attendance in the class.
Missing more than four (4) classes in one semester will result in a failing grade for that semester. Three (3) lates will be equivalent to one (1) absence. More than 45 minutes late will equal one (1) absence.
If you are absent, you must contact the instructor by email.
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