| Course | Title | Instructor | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAPANSE 1B | FUNDAMENTALS | STAFF | The 1A-1B-1C series, using a communicative approach, will help students learn fundamental grammar, as well as introduce them to basic structural patterns of the Japanese language, basic vocabulary, and the two Japanese phonetic scripts of hiragana, katakana, plus 131 basic kanji characters. Students will also learn to ask and answer basic questions and write about simple actions in the present/future and past tenses. They will be introduced to important elements of Japanese culture and customs of the Japanese people. Students practice basic speaking and listening skills in common situations, such as greetings and invitations, while interacting with classmates, and instructors. This course is taught in Japanese unless in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the instructor. |
| JAPANSE 2B | INTERMEDIATE | STAFF | The series of 2A-2B-2C is the continuation of 1C. In this series students will focus on the four communication skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), building up a solid foundation for intermediate Japanese and further developing proficiency to be able to express relatively complex ideas. They also learn honorifics, in addition to the desu/masu speaking styles. The socially and culturally appropriate use of the language is exercised in a broader range of social contexts. Reading and writing put an extra emphasis on accuracy and pragmatic components, as well as fluency. Reading materials include semi-authentic articles of moderate length on specific topics. Traditional and current aspects of Japanese culture are explored throughout the series and discussed in class. Students will learn most of the basic grammar of Japanese and to read and write the Japanese phonetic symbols (i.e. hiragana, katakana). About 400 more kanji will be introduced. |
| JAPANSE 10 | LEARN ASSIST PRGM | SILVA FONSECA, M. | This course is intended for students who want to develop teaching and language support skills by assisting learners in introductory Japanese language courses (J1A-1B-1C). It provides learning assistants with a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with language learners in one-on-one or small group settings, while utilizing their Japanese language proficiency. Through this program, learning assistants will help students who need support with their coursework or wish to enhance their skills in beginner-level Japanese. Each learning assistant will be required to mentor for one hour per week in a drop-in format. Their responsibilities will include helping learners address challenges with coursework, reviewing and reinforcing weekly lessons, providing feedback on assignments, and improving oral proficiency through conversation. Throughout the quarter, learning assistants will receive ongoing guidance and support from the instructor to ensure their mentoring is effective. |
| JAPANSE 103B | ADVANCED JAPANESE | STAFF | The 103A-103B-103C series will build on the content knowledge as well as the linguistic knowledge and skills that students acquired in first and second year Japanese. Students practice and master the whole range of Japanese grammar comprehensively. Students also practice oral presentation skills accompanied with audio-visual aides such as PowerPoint. The content of the subject is explained exclusively in Japanese. The goal of this series is to help students become competent and culturally literate speakers of Japanese. 
In terms of development of linguistic skills, the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing will be fostered, with increased emphasis on reading skills. Students will learn more advanced formulaic expressions and expand their vocabulary including 500 kanji. The ultimate goals of this series are to acquaint students with reading and research skills and help them convey abstract thoughts in sensible ways. |