2018/19 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
EAST5230M Japanese 2A: Written Communication Skills
30 creditsClass Size: 20
Module manager: Yuka Oeda
Email: Y.Oeda@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2018/19
Pre-requisite qualifications
Appropriate Japanese language skills as determined by the placement test.This module is mutually exclusive with
EAST2212 | Japanese 2A: Written Communication Skills |
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
This module aims to further develop written communication skills in Japanese based upon the knowledge and skills acquired previously.By the end of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1) Comprehend wide range of texts on familiar/social issues within a reasonable time frame without depending too much on a dictionary;
2) Demonstrate various writing skills on familiar/social topics in accordance with the purposes and contexts such as letters, reports and essays;
3) Express their own opinions clearly with accurate and appropriate use of intermediate grammar and vocabulary;
4) Acquire basic English-Japanese translation skills.
Learning outcomes
To write Japanese fluently and accurately in all language tasks and, in translation between English and Japanese, to use both languages accurately, with correct spelling and grammar.
Skills outcomes
Development of overall written communication skills
Syllabus
This module will focus on both reading and writing skills, with special emphasis on written communication skills. Reading skills will be developed through reading various texts on familiar/social topics, and writing skills will be also improved through various writing exercises, compositions and English-Japanese translations. Grammar exercise will be also provided to consolidate intermediate grammar and expressions.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Practical | 63 | 1.00 | 63.00 |
Private study hours | 237.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 63.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 300.00 |
Private study
237 hours of private study including learning kanji and grammar, homework assignments such as grammar sheets, compositions and translation exercises etc and on-line learning.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Regular homework (grammar sheets, compositions, translation exercises, etc.)Regular quizzes
In-class compositions/translation exercises
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
In-course Assessment | Continuous assessment | 10.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 10.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr 00 mins | 20.00 |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 3 hr 00 mins | 70.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 90.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 13/11/2018 09:25:33
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