CUBE English II

This course is an extension of CUBE English I, where students build on and reinforce effective study skills and habits that will help them in their other CUBE classes and beyond. This course will provide language support for students in their second-semester English courses. Key areas addressed in CUBE English II are vocabulary building strategies, improved listening skills, and the reading-writing connection. In addition to revisiting themes from CUBE English I, the course will focus on organizational skills, retention strategies, advanced note-taking, deconstructing and responding to text, and genre writing.

Discussion & Debate

This course builds on concepts and skills presented in Speech and Discussion. Attention will shift away from prepared speeches toward more natural and spontaneous interaction. Students will work on developing conversation strategies and skills that can be used in a variety of settings, including discussions and semi -formal debate. Students will select current event topics to prepare for discussions and debates and also participate in a group deliberative polls project.

American Studies

This is a survey course offering an overview of cultural, economic, historical, social, and political developments in the United States. A variety of materials (including readings and films) and tasks will be used with the aim of gaining an insight into the U.S. Topics will include both historical and contemporary issues that relate to the United States and its place in the world.