2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

EAST1280 Intermediate Japanese (1)

20 creditsClass Size: 20

Module manager: Kazuki Morimoto
Email: k.morimoto@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

Pre-requisite qualifications

Post-beginners level of Japanese language equivalent to pass in EAST1220 (Basic Japanese Language 2)

This module is mutually exclusive with

EAST2300

Intermediate Japanese (1)

This module is approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This module is for those who have taken Japanese A-level or equivalent. It aims to provide a solid foundation in Japanese grammar and further development of both spoken and written skills. Upper-elementary to intermediate grammar and vocabulary will be introduced and reinforced through conversation, extensive reading and translation practice.

Objectives

To continue Japanese language training, building on beginners’ level modules (or equivalent) to provide a solid grounding in Japanese grammar and further development of speaking and writing skills, alongside cultural awareness. The module aims to develop skills: in reading and writing kanji and gain proficiency in kana; in conversational Japanese using appropriate vocabulary and grammatical structures; and in reading and writing short texts with accuracy.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
1. Read and write in hiragana and katakana; recognise and use essential kanji characters appropriately.
2. Engage in oral communication with increasing ease within structured or predictable situations, showcasing grammatical, phonological, and lexical accuracy. Exhibit awareness of situation-bound language constraints, including the use of honorific language.
3. Read and respond to texts on a variety of non-specialist subjects
4. Generate structured pieces of writing on selected topics, demonstrating grammatical accuracy and a broad vocabulary.

Skills Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
5. Clear and coherent expression of thought, both in written and oral Japanese
6. Effective adoption of proactive language learning strategies

Syllabus

Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Practical	60	1.00	60.00
Private study hours			140.00
Total Contact hours			60.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			200.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Students are monitored and provided with feedback through:
- marking of regular coursework assignments
- engagement and presentations/discussions in oral classes

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
In-course Assessment	Continuous assessment	20.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		20.00

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)	2 hr	60.00
Practical Exam / OSCE	0 hr 10 mins	20.00
Total percentage (Assessment Exams)		80.00

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 website

Last updated: 05/02/2024

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