Module manager: Yuka Oeda
Email: Y.Oeda@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
A lower-intermediate level of spoken and written Japanese equivalent to EAST2300
| EAST2300 | Intermediate Japanese (1) |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
This module is for those who have mastered lower-intermediate Japanese. It aims to further develop knowledge and skills in the use and understanding of written and spoken materials on the basis of grammar mastered in EAST2300 Intermediate Japanese (1) or equivalent course.
To continue Japanese language training and provide a solid grounding of intermediate grammar and vocabulary so as to develop both written and spoken communication skills for various contexts.
By the end of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1) Understand and hold an extended conversation and speech beyond daily conversation in natural speed in accordance with the contexts, topics and functions in a culturally appropriate manner.
2) Demonstrate further developed knowledge of Kanji (approximately 800+) both in reading and writing.
3) Understand various types of written passages including some authentic materials, and write a composition with accurate use of intermediate grammar and vocabulary.
4) Demonstrate basic translation skills beyond sentence level, both Japanese-English and English-Japanese.
5) Demonstrate good understanding of cultural and social issues in Japan, and make a short presentation both in speaking and writing.
This module will focus on both written and spoken skills, with special emphasis on communication skills in real contexts. Reading skills will be developed through reading various texts of different genres, and writing skills will be consolidated through writing short essays and translation exercises. Speaking skills will be enhanced through in-class conversation practice and presentations, and listening skills will be also trained through aural exercises both in and outside the class.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical | 66 | 1 | 66 |
| Private study hours | 134 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 66 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
- Preparation for class activities (e.g. reading texts, presentations) 33 hours
- Study for grammar, vocabulary and kanji 33 hours
- Homework 22 hours
- Oral-aural practice by audio-visual materials 22 hours
- Online learning using WWW materials 24 hours
Students' progress will be monitored through regular quizzes and homework, as well as their class performance.
Feedback will be provided whenever possible both orally and in writing.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| In-course Assessment | In-class speeches, Vocabulary/Kanji quizzes | 20 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 20 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2.0 Hrs 0 Mins | 60 |
| Practical Exam / OSCE | 0.0 Hrs 15 Mins | 20 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 80 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 4/29/2024
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