Freshman　English 1 1-b（YP

Freshman　English 1

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Jonathan A Daniels

Jonathan A Daniels

2026年度前期

2026年度

①First semester

月曜1限

Monday 1st period

薬学部（一般教養科目）、薬学部　薬学科

A course of liberal arts, the Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

1.00単位

講義

Lecture

薬学科：必修　生命創薬科学科：必修

英語　English

① [対面]対面授業/ [On-site] On-site class

Freshman English 1 is a one-semester class designed for first-year students. Its aim is to prepare you for further studies at university and lay a foundation for the use of English in the future, at work and in research. This will be achieved by revising the basic grammar and vocabulary you learned at school and using this in more practical situations.

This class moves away from a formal type of teacher-centered English learning. It moves towards your taking control and beginning to improve your ability to talk about various topics connected with social issues.

You will
1) become comfortable with taking risks in your communication in English.
2) explain your opinions using specific examples and reasons about a topic before reading about or listening to it.
3) become able to write medium-length paragraphs.
4) clarify your partner’s meaning and gain further details.
5) paraphrase what you want to say using other words so that your partner will understand you.

This class is devised to help provide the following:
To broaden an outlook on Nature/Human Beings/Society
To think logically and critically
To communicate ideas
To develop a sense of Internationalization (cross-cultural communication/knowledge of foreign languages/knowledge of other peoples/knowledge of International Affairs)

リンク先の [評価項目と科目の対応一覧]から確認できます（学部対象）。
履修登録の際に参照ください。
​You can check this from “Correspondence table between grading items and subjects” by following the link(for departments).
https://www.tus.ac.jp/fd/ict_tusrubric/​​​

薬学科：DP1、DP4　生命創薬科学科：DP1、DP5

Students must earn a score of 60% or more and be in attendance for 2/3 of classes in order to pass.
Less than 2/3 attendance will result in failure regardless of the reason for the absence.

ディベート・ディスカッション　Debate/Discussion／グループワーク　Group work／プレゼンテーション　Presentation／PBL (課題解決型学習)　Problem-based learning／実習　Practical learning

In addition to the above:
-critical thinking
-reading for general meaning
-reading for details

Homework requirements will be explained each class.

Assessment: 30%
Points for classwork (class assignments): 70%

The assignments will come from the textbook for the class. There are a variety of assignments, including reading comprehension tasks, practice in applying the critical thinking techniques we cover, short answer tasks, and tasks that call for open ended and creative responses to problems. In short, the assignments will allow students to explore, and practice, thinking critically in English.

Except for the last class, each class students will be able to earn 5 class points.
In the last class there will be an assessment worth 30 points.

There are 15 classes total: 14 regular classes, and 1 test class (which will be the last class).

(14 regular classes x 5 class points = 70 class points total for the semester)

To earn their 5 classroom points students have to submit their completed assignments on time. Assignments must demonstrate a satisfactory level of understanding, engagement, and effort. Assignment must also be submitted in accordance with the instructions set out by the instructor. (5 class points × 14 classes = 70 classroom points)

The 70 class points + 30 assessment points = 100 points.

Any student who has 4 or more unexcused absences within a semester cannot pass the class, and will not receive credit.
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Two delays [within 20 minutes] add up to one absence. If you have an official reason to be absent, you need to submit a document.

・S：到達目標を十分に達成し、極めて優秀な成果を収めている
・A：到達目標を十分に達成している
・B：到達目標を達成している
・C：到達目標を最低限達成している
・D：到達目標を達成していない
・-：学修成果の評価を判断する要件を欠格している

・S：Achieved outcomes, excellent result
・A：Achieved outcomes, good result
・B：Achieved outcomes
・C：Minimally achieved outcomes
・D：Did not achieve outcomes
・-：Failed to meet even the minimal requirements for evaluation

Y

Textbook: Exploring Intercultural Communication - Book 1 (2026 edition)
Author: J.A. Daniels

The textbook must be new and unused, and a current 2026 edition.

In addition to the textbook, students must bring an English dictionary to every class. Both traditional paper and dedicated electronic dictionaries are acceptable. However, cellphones and computers are not permitted as translation devices and may not be used in the classroom under any circumstances.

教科書および一部の参考書は、MyKiTS (教科書販売サイト) から検索・購入可能です。
​https://gomykits.kinokuniya.co.jp/tokyorika/​​​

It is possible to search for and purchase textbooks and certain reference materials at MyKiTS (online textbook store).
​​https://gomykits.kinokuniya.co.jp/tokyorika/

To be introduced in class as necessary.

第1回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第2回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions　　

第3回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第4回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第5回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第6回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第7回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第8回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第9回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第10回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第11回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第12回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第13回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第14回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

第15回　Developing four skills in English　[講義、演習（SGD）]　Jonathan A Daniels
Engaging with topics included in the textbook
Homework: follow the teacher’s directions

I have taught English for over 20 years across Japan, Taiwan, and the Czech Republic (Czechia). My experience spans a wide range of ages—from young children to seniors—and proficiency levels, ranging from absolute beginners to advanced learners.

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None. This is a traditional textbook-based class.

Planned activities may be altered depending on student achievement.