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JLG4310/5310

Japanese C part 1

Kyoko Ogawa

6 points
* 5 hours per week
* First semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: JLG4220 or JLG4260 or equivalent

Objectives Students successfully completing this subject should have a systematic understanding of Japanese grammar at the intermediate level and have developed skills (including the use of basic honorifics); to establish relationships with Japanese people, interview them and write a short report, a formal letter, a resume and undertake a job interview. Students should also be able to recognise 250 kanji newly introduced in this subject (in total 700).

Synopsis This is an intermediate Japanese subject which aims at consolidating and further developing the knowledge of Japanese acquired so far. Apart from the study of Japanese systematic grammar, the subject covers both spoken language and the contemporary written language. Language acquisition through active interaction in and out of the classroom is encouraged. The emphasis is placed upon the interaction which occurs in situations in Australia where Japanese is used. An off-campus option (JLG4350) is available.

Assessment Mid-semester test (50 minutes): 15%
* Final examination (2 hours): 30%
* Listening comprehension test: 15%
* Speaking test: 10%
* Quizzes and assignments: 30%

Prescribed texts

Ogawa K and others Interacting with the Japanese: A comprehensive communication course: Book 5 Japanese Studies Centre, Monash U


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