JLG4079

Japanese 7 (Kanazawa) (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Dr Kuniko Yoshimitsu

Offered:
Overseas Summer 2005 (Off-campus)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Students successfully completing this unit should: 1. extend their skills in using a wide range of grammar patterns, phrases and vocabulary appropriately in both written and spoken Japanese; 2. reinforce knowledge of the kyooiku kanji they have acquired so far (a total of 750 kanji), and develop knowledge of an additional 150 kanji frequently used in the Japanese media; 3. develop skills to gain necessary information from a variety of Japanese media including print materials, online materials and visual materials; 4. develop the skills to express themselves in written forms, in group discussions and in interviews with Japanese people; and 5. acquire independent study strategies, noting problems and weakness and devising strategies to overcome these.

Assessment: Quizzes and assignments 25% + Interview project Equivalent to (1250 words): 20% + Aural-oral test & visitor session 20% + Written test (2 hours): 35% Additional comment: Fourth-year students will be expected to demonstrate a greater degree of analytical and creative thinking in their project as well as in their essay writing included in the written test.

Contact Hours: 3 hours per day over 5 weeks and excursions and participation in cultural activities

Prerequisites: Completion of Japanese 6 or equivalent.

Prohibitions: JPL1079/2079/3079; JLG5079; JPL1070/2070/3070; JLG4070/5070