丁香园AV

Department of Humanities | Language Training Institute | Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
丁香园AV Calendar 2012 Summer

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JAPN 100-3 Introduction to Japanese I

A comprehensive introduction to the Japanese language providing basic oral and written communication skills through an emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, and culture. The three Japanese writing systems will also be introduced (Hiragana and Katakana for production; some Kanji for recognition only). Students with previous knowledge of Japanese should not enrol in this course without consulting a Japanese instructor.

JAPN 101-3 Introduction to Japanese II

Continues the work of JAPN 100. Prerequisite: JAPN 100 or equivalent.

JAPN 200-3 Advanced Beginners' Japanese I

Continues the work of JAPN 101. Emphasizes all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Everyday language is emphasized. Prerequisite: JAPN 101 or equivalent.

JAPN 201-3 Advanced Beginners' Japanese II

Continues the work of JAPN 200. Prerequisite: JAPN 200 or equivalent.

JAPN 300-3 STT - Intermediate Japanese I

Continuation of JAPN 201: the first course of the intermediate level. Students will learn to comprehend intellectually oriented materials, process the information needed for judgment and decision making, and express their inner feelings and thoughts. Topics and situations are drawn from the real world. 200 more Kanji introduced (cumulatively a total of 700). Prerequisite: JAPN 201 or placement

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