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    Overview

    A continuation of JAPA132, developing intermediate-level skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing, and in the grammatical analysis of Japanese.

    The goal of this paper is the simultaneous development of all four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) at the intermediate level of competence. You will continuously expand your vocabulary, grammar and knowledge of essential kanji characters in order to establish a solid foundation in your literacy skills. In the classroom, the focus is on enhancing your oral proficiency through extensive use of the spoken language. By the end of the paper, you will learn how to express yourself in a culturally appropriate manner while handling various interactions with people. You will also deepen your understanding of Japanese society through the introduction of a variety of visual and literary information about its culture and people.

    About this paper

    Paper title Intermediate Japanese
    Subject Japanese
    EFTS 0.15
    Points 18 points
    Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $981.75
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Prerequisite
    JAPA 112 or JAPA 132
    Restriction
    JAPA 211
    Schedule C
    Arts and Music
    Notes
    Suitable for students who have completed 4-5 years of Japanese language study at secondary school. If you have previous knowledge of the language you can still enrol in this paper via Special Permission by proceeding with your application process to the Review and Submit page or email languages@otago.ac.nz for assistance.
    Contact
    languages@otago.ac.nz
    Teaching staff
    Convenor: Haruko Stuart
    Teaching Arrangements
    Three hours of lectures per week plus one tutorial per week.
    Textbooks

    GENKI (II) (Third edition) The Japan Times (Ch 15 - Ch 18 will be covered) Textbook and Workbook (available at the University Book Shop).

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication,Cultural understanding, Information literacy, Self-motivation.
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    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete this paper should have the skills to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, level N4 (or N3).

    Timetable

    Semester 1

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Lecture

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Monday 11:00-11:50 9-13, 15-22
    Tuesday 10:00-10:50 9-13, 15-22
    Thursday 11:00-11:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-22

    Tutorial

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A2 Thursday 12:00-12:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-22
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