JAPN 2201 - Japanese IIA
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code JAPN 2201 Course Japanese IIA Coordinating Unit Asian Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites JAPN 1002 or equivalent Incompatible JAPN 2001 Assessment continuous assessment (50%), exam(s) (50%) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Kayoko Enomoto
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1 Acquire knowledge and use of Japanese grammar, vocabulary and kanji characters developed at a lower elementary level. 2 Improve Japanese communication skills and strategies developed at a lower elementary level in both written and conversational contexts. 3 Develop basic skills to locate, evaluate and use online resources for studying Japanese language independently 4 Practise time management skills following strict timelines for regular practice and continuous assessments 5 Develop interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with peers through communication in both Japanese and English 6 Be more aware of different ways of seeing the world through Japanese language learning 7 Be more aware of cultural respect, differences and diversity and will have more knowledge and understanding of the issues involving intercultural communication University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 3, 4 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2-5 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 5 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 3 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 3, 4 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 6, 7 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 6, 7 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
TEXTBOOKS
a) Minna no Nihongo I (Tokyo: 3A Corporation, 1998)
b) Minna no Nihongo I: Translation & Grammatical Notes (Tokyo: 3A Corporation, 1998)
c) Minna no Nihongo I: Kanji II (Tokyo: 3A Corporation, 2000)
d) Minna no Nihongo I: Hyoojun-mondai-shuu (Exercises) (Tokyo: 3A Corporation, 1999)
The above books are sold as “Minna no Nihongo Pack 1” at UniBooks on North Terrace Campus.
e) Japanese IIA Supplementary Booklet - This booklet is available for online purchase from the Image and Copy Centre (located on Level 1 of Hughes Building).Recommended Resources
At this lower elementary level, a dictionary is not an essential item since the vocabulary and kanji that students need to learn are listed in Translation & Grammatical Notes and the Kanji book. There may be cases, however, when students feel the need to look elsewhere for other words and grammatical points for the assignments and their independent study. The following reference books are useful for study outside classroom at this course level.
Essential Kanji – 2,000 basic Japanese characters, 1987, O’Neill, P.G., New York: Weatherhill.
A Dictionary of Elementary Japanese Grammar, 1995, Makino, S. & Tsutsumi, M., Tokyo: Japan Times.
In addition, many useful online Japanese-learning sites, including online dictionary/translation sites are also available on the Internet – a list of useful Japanese learning web-links can be found under the ‘external web links’ tab on MyUni.Online Learning
The couse will utilise several online learning resources via the MyUni platform and students will be given a practical session using such resources. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Students have 4 contact hours per week in this course: 2 hour lecture and 2 hour tutorial.
In the lecture, we will introduce new grammar points whilst enabling students to practise such grammar points in pairs and/or in small groups. This is followed by conversation video viewing, dictation skills and listening comprehension practice. In the tutorial, students wil consolidate the knowledge and skills introduced in the lecture through oral/aural practice. The tutorial class will also introduce new kanji characters for each chapter through reading and writing materials.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Workload Total Hours 1 x 2-hour lecture per week 24 hours per week 1 x 2-hour tutorial per week 24 hours per week 3 hours - learning new Kanji and vocabulary per week 36 hours per week 3 hours - completing grammar exercises in the textbooks per week 36 hours per week 1 hour - language practice using audio materials and online learning resources per week 12 hours per week 2 hours - review, preview and test/assignment preparation per week 24 hours per week Total 156 hours per semester Learning Activities Summary
Schedule Week 1 Chapter 14 Week 2 Chapter 15 Week 3 Chapter 16 Week 4 Chapter 17 Week 5 Review & Test 1 Week 6 Chapter 18 Week 7 Chapter 19 Week 8 Chapter 20 Week 9 Review & Test 2 Week 10 Chapter 21 Week 11 Review & Listening Test Week 12 Review & Oral Examination Specific Course Requirements
Success in foreign language learning is a cumulative process and does require regular practice to consolidate your knowledge and to develop your language skills via face-to-face interactions. Therefore, it is naturally expected that you attend all classes (4 hours/week) and participate in a variety of language learning activities in class.
Students are also strongly encouraged to use audio-visual materials available in the computer rooms (Napier 106 & 107) and online learning tools and resources available on MyUni.
Small Group Discovery Experience
Through the reading & writing assignment, students will work in small groups both in a computer room and in a virtual learning space using the MyUni platform. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Learning Outcome Test 1 Formative and summative 15% 1,2,4,6,7 Test 2 Formative and summative 20% 1,2,4,6,7 Listening Test Formative and summative 10% 1,2,4,6,7 Reading & Writing Assignment Formative and summative 5% 1,2,3,4,5 Oral Examination Summative 10% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 Written Examination Summative 40% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 Assessment Detail
Test 1: Test 1 assesses students' knowledge and use of kanji characters, vocabulary and grammar covered up to Week 4 - 15% weighting.
Test 2: Test 2 assesses students' knowledge and use of kanji characters, vocabulary and grammar covered up to Week 9- 20% weighting.
Reading & Writing Assignment: students are required to submit a written assignment of 500-600 Japanese characters and the content and process of such a written assignment involves reading Japanese texts - 5% weighting.Listening Test: Listening test assesses students' dictation and listening comprehension skills in relation to the course content covered up to Week 11 - 10% weighting.
Oral Examination: Students are required to speak about a given topic/s in Japanese - 10% weighting.
Written Examination: Final written examination assesses students' knowledge and use of kanji characters, vocabulary and grammar covered up to Week 12 - 40% weighting.Submission
Students must submit their assignments electronically through Turnitin, which will be explained in one of the computer room sessions.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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