AEW2 Academic Essay Writing

This is a learner-centered course prepares you for researching academic topics and writing APA & MLA formatted papers. Building on the skills acquired in AEW1 in the previous year, special attention is paid to research paper organization, standard citation systems, and use of academic English.


Tuesday & Thursday 2nd

ESP2a Creativity & Innovation

Through readings and viewings, you can ask questions, do note-taking, observations, and in-class discussions, to help you analyze creativity that leads to innovation. This class is useful not only for learning English, but anything you need to solve or resolve a problem by thinking creatively and strategically.


Monday & Wednesday 1st

AEW1 Academic Essay Writing

You get to focus on researching and writing about current social, scientific, and global issues in English of your choice by taking notes and revising drafts for APA or MLA formatted research paper followed at international universities. Attention to IELTS test preparation will also be provided.


Tuesday & Thursday 1st

English Resource Center (ERC): In-Person or Online

The English Resource Center (ERC) at Saitama University is for you that supports your English. We are dedicated to hold a space not only to increase your English proficiency, but to make connections with your peers. We hope you will visit us and look forward to meeting you.


M & TH 3-5 PM, T & W 3-4 PM