28 courses with the subject JAPN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
JAPN 111FBeginning Japanese ()6
This course introduces basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, including the three forms of written Japanese: Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji. Students will have the opportunity to interact with Japanese students on campus through the coursework. The course enhances speaking and listening skills and provides awareness of the Japanese style of communication. Analyzing Japanese sentence structures and grammar leads students to be aware of the different value systems of a high context culture.
A study of selected topics designed as electives for non-majors. These courses will appear in the course schedule and will be more fully described by academic advisors.
A study of selected topics designed as electives for non-majors. These courses will appear in the course schedule and will be more fully described by academic advisors.
A study of selected topics designed as electives for non-majors. These courses will appear in the course schedule and will be more fully described by academic advisors.
A study of selected topics designed as electives for non-majors. These courses will appear in the course schedule and will be more fully described by academic advisors.
This course aims to develop the oral and written communicative proficiency gained up until the JAPN 212 course. Students learn vocabulary, sentence structures, kanji, communication skills, and various aspects of Japanese culture. Throughout the course, students evaluate and monitor their own progress and utilize feedback from others for further progress.
A grade of C or better in JAPN 212 or advanced placement
JAPN 302Intermediate to Advanced Japanese II **3
Grade C or above in JAPN 302, or a satisfactory placement test score, is a prerequisite for the Japanese major. JAPN 301 and JAPN 302 do not contribute to a student's GPA for the Japanese major.
In this course, each student will work with a Japanese speaker as a mentor to learn natural communication skills in both speaking and writing. Keeping a journal in the blog style and having the entries revised by their mentor, students will utilize a variety of learned sentence structures and expand thei vocabulary. 915 JAPN - Japanese
This course introduces the basic structure of kanji, which is one of the forms of written Japanese, and the history behind its creation as well as cultural aspects of kanji usage in Japanese society. Identifying radicals or parts of kanji, and understanding the system of Kanji compounds, makes it possible to easily guess the meaning of kanji characters. Advanced reading skills are efficiently developed by guessing the meaning of kanji. Daily journal writing on authentic novels or newspaper articles builds vocabulary and enhances flexibility with reference materials.
Exploration of Japanese culture and society from local and global perspectives. Topics may include language, arts, literature, music, food, traditional and contemporary culture, entertainment, media, religion, gender, education and work. The course aims to foster in-depth cultural understanding beyond stereotypes and to develop critical thinking and analytical skills to reflect on one's own experiences and assumptions about cultural similarities and differences. All readings, discussions, and lectures in English. No knowledge of Japanese is necessary. Cross-listed with WCS 310. instructor
ENGL 110C and junior standing or permission of the
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WCS 310
JAPN 311Global Conversations ()3
This is primarily a conversation course to develop linguistic and cultural proficiency in verbal communication. Task-oriented communication strategies in cross-cultural training will be practiced by presenting students with models that demonstrate appropriate linguistic and cultural competencies. Students will practice these skills by role-playing, giving presentations, enriching self-awareness with practiced in-group discussions on various topics (such as, prejudice, racism, values, and customs) that dispel stereotypes and foster more in-depth social-cultural understanding, and with participation in guided cultural encounters. Students will improve their listening and comprehension skills and deepen cultural proficiency by learning how to communicate and collaborate with other people and cultures in a global age. on the placement test
Two JAPN 400-level electives 6 Five JAPN 300- or 400-level electives 15 Total Credit Hours 86-92 * Satisfies oral communication requirement. ** Grade of C or better required.
This course explores the social and cultural aspects of the Japanese language. It examines actual language use in various social settings and contexts by different people, including the use of regional dialects, gendered language, speech levels, and fictional role languages.
This course provides a study of selected topics in Japanese. Topics vary with the semester and the instructor. Expectations for materials covered and produced for the class vary with the level (higher-level classes will have higher expectations). Contact the Japanese Program Coordinator for details about specific topics covered in a given semester.
This course examines Japanese conversation from a comparative perspective using the framework of Conversation Analysis. It explores the basic mechanisms of social interaction in English and Japanese spoken discourse with a particular focus on everyday talk.
This course explores Japanese food culture from a variety of aspects. Major topics this semester include (1) 'Washoku' as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, (2) food and health, (3) food and education, and (4) food and regions. Through readings, discussions, hands-on activities, and reflections, the course aims to foster in-depth cultural understanding and develop critical thinking and analytical skills to reflect on your own experiences and what you hear and see about Japanese food.
This course provides a study of selected topics in Japanese. Topics vary with the semester and the instructor. Expectations for materials covered and produced for the class vary with the level (higher-level classes will have higher expectations). Contact the Japanese Program Coordinator for details about specific topics covered in a given semester.
JAPN 311 and JAPN 312W or permission of the instructor
JAPN 498Tutorial Work in Japanese ()1-3
Independent reading and study on a topic to be selected under the direction of an instructor. Conferences and papers as appropriate. JST - Jewish Studies
JAPN 311 and JAPN 312W or permission of the instructor
JAPN 522Analyzing Japanese Conversation ()3
This course examines Japanese conversation from a comparative perspective using the framework of Conversation Analysis. It explores the basic mechanisms of social interaction in English and Japanese spoken discourse with a particular focus on everyday talk.
This course provides a study of selected topics in Japanese. Topics vary with the semester and the instructor. Expectations for materials covered and produced for the class vary with the level (higher-level classes will have higher expectations). Contact the Japanese Program Coordinator for details about specific topics covered in a given semester.
Independent reading and study on a topic to be selected under the direction of an instructor. Conferences and papers as appropriate. JST - Jewish Studies
