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- Japanese language and culture courses
- Instructor(s)
- Kusano Muneko
- Class Format
- Exercise (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- Day/Period(Room No.)
- Thr5-6(W1-102(W111))
- Group
- 2QA
- Course number
- LAJ.J514
- Credits
- 1
- Academic year
- 2024
- Offered quarter
- 2Q
- Syllabus updated
- 2024/3/14
- Lecture notes updated
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- Language used
- Japanese
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Course description and aims
This course is for students who have completed Intermediate Japanese 5/6 or have JLPT N2 level, and students are expected to:
1) read texts on various topics (texts should be longer and more difficult compared with those of Intermediate level);
2) make a research on subjects of their interest, and summarize and present the content and opinions in clear and understandable terms (e.g. presentations);
3) develop vocabulary and expressions to write sentences using correct sentence patterns; write long sentences along with the theme while paying attention to the whole structure;
The aim of this course is to help students acquire comprehensive Japanese skills at the upper-Intermediate / Advanced level.
Student learning outcomes
The aim of this course is to help students acquire comprehensive Japanese skills at the upper-Intermediate / Advanced level.
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1) read essays and news articles on various topics and themes, and understand the contents;
2) make a research on subjects of their interest, and convey the meaning and opinions to other students; listen to other students' presentations, and exchange opinions through discussion;
3) learn sentence structures and styles of writing, and write well-organized sentences.
Keywords
Intermediate and Advanced level (JLPT N2), reading, research, discussing, writing
Competencies that will be developed
| Specialist skills | ✔ Intercultural skills | ✔ Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | ✔ Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
Class flow
Students are expected to:
1) read texts based on the topics in the textbook, and make a research on subjects of their interest accordingly;
2) present the content of their research and opinions in clear and understandable terms, and discuss in pairs or in groups;
3) summarize the topics in writing and make presentations occasionally.
Course schedule/Required learning
| Course schedule | Required learning | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Orientation, Read lesson6. | Research about pretty things. Read lesson6. |
| Class 2 | Discuss what you have researched. Lesson6 | Composition-1 "Kawaii" things Read lesson9. |
| Class 3 | Read lesson9. Use materials to expand on the topic. | Research and write about naming customs and rules. |
| Class 4 | Present what you have researched. Or discuss it in a group. Read Yomimono-2 and compare the differences with Yomimono-1. | Revised Composition-2. |
| Class 5 | Read lesson10. | Search for keywords such as how to stay healthy, average life expectancy, declining birthrate and aging society. |
| Class 6 | Exchange information and express opinion. | Submit the final draft after revisions. Prepare for Presentation |
| Class 7 | Review, Final exam, Interview or Presentation |
Out-of-Class Study Time (Preparation and Review)
To deepen the understanding and to enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to read the assigned chapter of the textbook in advance to prepare for each class, and to work on after-class assignments right after the class.
Students are also encouraged to review the texts, handouts, and worksheets to confirm what they have learnt at each class.
Textbook(s)
『日本語学習者のための読解厳選テーマ10［中上級］』（凡人社）
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Course materials will be provided during the class.
Assessment criteria and methods
Assignments (essays 35%, presentations 25%), written exam and interview 40%.
Related courses
- Intermediate Japanese 7
- LAJ.T441 ： Japanese seminar 1: Oral expression
- LAJ.T442 ： Japanese seminar 2: Listening comprehension
- LAJ.T443 ： Japanese seminar 3: Oral expression
- LAJ.T444 ： Japanese seminar 4: Oral expression
- LAJ.T445 ： Japanese seminar 5: Writing skills
- LAJ.T446 ： Japanese seminar 6: Writing skills
- LAJ.T447 ： Japanese seminar 7: Career development
- LAJ.T448 ： Japanese seminar 8: Career development
Prerequisites (i.e., required knowledge, skills, courses, etc.)
Only for international students who have completed Intermediate Japanese 6 or the equivalent level.
Other
You must reserve your place in the class in advance using Japanese class online system (http://js.ila.titech.ac.jp/~web). You will not be allowed to attend the class without reservation.
