For students enrolled in 2015
K1111-001 / K1111-002
Basic Japanese
REVISED APR.27
For students enrolled in or before 2014
K0007-001 / K0007-002
Basic Japanese Conversation I
【JPN LANG I】
2 credits
Spring / Fall 2015
2 credits
Spring / Fall 2015
INSTRUCTOR: Junko Takahashi
EMAIL: [email protected]
Course Description
Target students are those who begin their studies from elementary level. They develop
understanding of basic grammar and usage through the use of elementary level textbook.
The class outlines are as follows; oral practice of simple sentences, short sentence
comprehension and conversation practices with classmates.
Course Objectives
The objective of this class is to learn and develop the fundamental grammatical
expressions by using general textbooks. Also students improve the skills of speaking.
Course Requirements and Assignments
a)Attendance, Homework and Participation:
You are required to attend the class both days a week. You are responsible for doing
homework. You are expected to actively participate in class.
b) Quizzes:
After learning some lessons students are required to take a quiz.
c)Final Exam:
At the end of the course you are required to take an exam.
Evaluation Criteria & Grading
Grading for the course will be determined as follows:
1. Attendance, Homework and Participation
2.Quizzes
3.Final Exam
40%
30%
30%
Additional Information: CLASSROOM POLICIES
1. Come to class prepared and on time.
2. Let me know if you have an emergency and will not be able to come to class.
3. Please turn off your mobile phones.
Course Materials
Textbook
Sun Academy NIHONGO Center, Nihongo Daijobu! Elementary Japanese through
Practical Tasks, The Japan Times, 2015
References
Shadanhojin kokusai nihongo fukyu kyokai, Japanese for Busy PeopleⅠ Kana Version
[Revised 3rd Edition], Japan, Kodansha Amer Inc; 3 Pap/Com, 2011
Shadanhojin kokusai nihongo fukyu kyokai, Japanese for Busy People Kana
Workbook [Revised 3rd Edition], Japan, Kodansha Amer Inc; 3 Pap/Com, 2012
Shadanhojin kokusai nihongo fukyu kyokai, Japanese for Busy People Ⅰ The
Workbook [Revised 3rd Edition], Japan, Kodansha Amer Inc; 3 Pap/Com, 2012
Shadanhojin kokusai nihongo fukyu kyokai, Japanese for Busy PeopleⅠ Romanized
Version [Revised 3rd Edition], Japan, Kodansha Amer Inc; 3 Pap/Com, 2011
Shadanhojin kokusai nihongo fukyu kyokai, Japanese for Busy PeopleⅡ [Revised 3rd
Edition], Japan, Kodansha Amer Inc; 3 Pap/Com, 2012
Shadanhojin kokusai nihongo fukyu kyokai, Japanese for Busy PeopleⅢ [Revised 3rd
Edition], Japan, Kodansha Amer Inc; 3 Pap/Com, 2012
Course Schedule
Week 1
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu!, Strategy 1 Magical Phrases, Unit1
Assignment: Review
Week 2
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit2
Assignment: Review
Week 3
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit3
Assignment: Review
Week 4
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit4
Assignment: Review
Week 5
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit5
Assignment: Review
Week 6
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit6
Assignment: Review
Week 7
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit7
Assignment: Review
Week 8
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit8
Assignment: Review
Week 9
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit9
Assignment: Review
Week 10
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit10
Assignment: Review
Week 11
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit11
Assignment: Review
Week 12
Topic: Nihongo Daijobu! Unit12
Assignment: Review
Week 13
Topic: Review1
Week 14
Topic: Review2
Week 15
Topic: Final Evaluation
Note: This syllabus will be subject to changes and/or revisions