JPNS1612 - Japanese 2

Semester 2, 2011  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Seiko Yasumoto
Phone: +61 2 9351 4716
Email: seiko.yasumoto@sydney.edu.au

Description

This unit develops both the basic communication skills and the learning skills introduced in semester one. Students will continue to learn to use and understand Japanese in meaningful, everyday contexts. They will be able to write more than 150, and to recognise at least 200 kanji characters in context. Relevant socio-cultural information is integrated with the language learning.

Assessments

continuous class assessment (i.e. weekly quizzes, speaking, writing, listening tests) (equivalent to 2000wds) (50%), 1x2-hr exam (50%)

Textbooks

Genki I, Eri Banno et al
The Japan Times

Classes

1x1-hr lecture/week, 3x1-hr tutorials/week

Prerequisites

JPNS1111 or JPNS1611

Prohibitions

JPNS1121

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