Postechian Core Capabilities: Global Citizen Capability (100%)
This student-centered course fosters active participation through daily small-group discussions focused on a diverse range of academic topics. Designed to improve students' speaking and critical thinking skills, the curriculum also includes two collaborative debate projects that encourage teamwork and deeper analytical engagement. A central goal of the course is to cultivate professional communication skills, empowering students with the competence and confidence needed for success in academic and professional environments. As an integrated skills course, it requires consistent, active participation throughout the semester.

Completion of GEDU 112

There is no textbook for this course.Newspaper articles will be provided given to the students by the instructor.

Weeks 1-6: Discussions, Presentations and Writing quizzes based upon Newspaper Articles
Week 7 : In Class Debates
Week 8: Debate Newspaper Article Due

Weeks 9-14: Discussions, Presentations and Writing quizzes based upon Newspaper Articles
Week 15: In Class Debates
Week 16 : Debate Newspaper Article Due

Universal Attendance Policy
1. Attend every class. Language classes need you to be here to learn.
2. Missing a test day. If you miss a test, you get 0% (F). Only serious issues (like a family emergency or hospital stay) can excuse this, with supporting evidence.
3. Unexcused absences. Each time you miss class without a good reason, you lose 3% from your final grade.
4. Four absences. If you miss 4 classes (excused or unexcused), you fail the course with an F or U grade.
Lateness/Tardiness.
1. Under 15 minutes late or sleeping in class: Lose 1% from your final grade.
2. 15 minutes or more late: Counts as an absence, (unless there is a good reason) lose 3% from your final grade.
** Summer/Winter Semesters 3 classes missed is an automatic U grade.
** Nobel Week is the only exception and may cause some students exceed the limit. (this event is held during the latter part of the Fall Semester)
Note: Always communicate with your instructor if you have an issue. Supporting evidence for excused absences or tardiness is required.

Course Objectives: Student-Centered Classroom

I would like to wish you a very warm welcome to this class. I hope that we can learn and grow together, as well as gather some happy memories along the way. To make the most of our class, I think that it is important for us to work together as a team. In order create the best possible classroom environment, I would ask you to pay attention to the following classroom rules:

i) If you have a question, please ask. You can ask a question by simply raising your hand during class time, or you can ask at the end of the class. Your questions are important.
ii) If you have an emergency, please call. You can call me personally, or you can get in touch with a member of staff in the departmental office. Communication is crucial.
iii) Manage your time. Arrive in your classroom a few minutes before class begins, and locate the materials that you need to study. This will help you to have a more relaxed learning experience.
iv) Manage your participation. During class, restrict phone-calls and toilet breaks to ‘emergency only’. This will help you to have a more productive learning experience.
v) Believe in yourself, and the others around you. You are part of a very special and talented team. You can make a positive difference.