JAPANESE: JA200 Level

Shinya OTANI et al. (International Student Center)

Objective
   The objectives of JA200 are:
   (1) to expand ability for daily communication in both spoken and written Japanese
   (2) to become familiar with language structures both of spoken and written Japanese
   (3) to be able to orally deliver factual information/knowledge and express simple opinions
   (4) to gain some functional ability in comprehending and writing texts constructed with learned language structures, using hiragana, katakana and approximately 250 and more kanjis
   (5) to develop strategic skills for getting information about the Japanese language and promoting language acquisition through communication with native Japanese speakers

Course Description
   After completing this course, in addition to improving their reading and writing skills, students will be able to:
   1. explain or give reasons
   2. ask for / offer / decline help
   3. ask for / give advice
   4. describe sequential activities
   5. ask for / state one's opinion
   6. forming conjectures about other people and events
   7. describe one's intention
   8. talk about ones abilities and talents

Textbooks
   1. Main Textbook: To be provided in the class. 2. Grammar Reference Book: Understanding Basic Japanese Grammar

Lecture Guideline and Attendance Policy
   One lecture and two sessions (90 minutes each) will be given in a week for 15 weeks. Regular attendance to all classes is required. Being absent for one third or more of the classes will be considered as withdrawal from the course.

Grading
   Class attendance, participation and performance 40%
   Quiz, assignment, essay and presentation 20%
   Final written Exam. 20%
   Final oral exam. 20%