This course aims to learn how to apply Japanese expressions and language skills which are useful when you attend a lecture at a university. Specifically, students will be requested to write a short paper and make a presentation with their peers.
By the end of this course, students will be able to acquire and apply the advanced skills of 1) writing a short report, 2) using useful Japanese idiomatic expressions, and 3) reading and using essential kanji characters in kun'yomi.
*In GSEP class, students will be able to understand basic Japanese structure, grammar and vocabulary and will be able to use it on a daily basis.
how to write a report, written style Japanese, conversation, presentation, kanji reading
Specialist skills | Intercultural skills | ✔ Communication skills | ✔ Critical thinking skills | ✔ Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
After a brief explanation, pairs or groups of students will discuss the themes given in the classroom. Students will make a presentation about the discussion outcomes. Students will be required to work on improving their writing proficiency through class activities and writing assignments.
*In GSEP class, students will learn new expressions in Japanese following the textbook and will practice using them in a small group. Students will make a presentation using the expressions they have learned.
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Adjectives (Past form) | Learn and practice the expression of adjectives (past form) in Japanese. |
Class 2 | Comparison | Learn and practice the expression of comparison in Japanese. |
Class 3 | Travel Plan, Verb dictionary form | Learn and practice the expression for planning travel in Japanese. |
Class 4 | Hospital | Learn and practice the expression in hospital in Japanese. |
Class 5 | Way to go | Learn and practice the expression of the way to go in Japanese. |
Class 6 | Asking a request/permission | Learn and practice the expression of request/permission in Japanese. |
Class 7 | Advice | Learn and practice the expression of advice in Japanese. |
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.
Weekly J for starters 1, Bonjinsha
Nihongo Active Talk: The First Japanese Textbook for Beginners, ASK publishing
Not specified.
Assessment will be conducted based on discussions, a final report or a presentation.
*Assessment will be conducted based on quizzes, writing activities and speech.
Only the first year international student can take this course.
GSEP students must take a class indicated GSEP.