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.

Students are required to upload their work before class. All work must be submitted to PLMS 30 minutes before class or a mark of 0 will be given on that day.
Students will be expected to participate actively in a collaborative group environment on a consistent basis.
In order to receive an S grade, you must have a point total of at least 90 (standard A-).
Attendance: Four unexcused absences will result in an Unsatisfactory grade.

Week 1 Introduction to course
Week 2 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 3 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 4 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 5 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 6 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 7 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 8 Midterm Week
Week 9 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 10 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 11 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 12Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 13 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 14 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 15 Weekly Discussion Topics & reflective writing
Week 16 Finals Week

Each class will have 4 standard roles, and each student will assume one role per class with roles changing every class. The roles are unique to the class to avoid any crossover between different conversation-based class. Reflective journals that will be written during the last 10-12 minutes of class.

(1 absence = 3% deduction / 4 absences = F or U)

Course Objectives: Student-Centered Classroom

Provide a significant amount of exposure to the target language and culture.
Expose students to a linguistic variety of accents, vocabulary, and contexts.
Develop students’ ability to handle genuine language input.
Develop listening and speaking skills.

Teacher-Led & Group Activity