Course overview
Japanese IIB continues instruction and practice in the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking, whilst enabling students to broaden and consolidate their knowledge of the Japanese language established in Japanese IIA. To develop knowledge of the grammar, vocabulary and kanji characters in both written and spoken Japanese contexts, the course aims: i) to introduce and consolidate new grammar points, ii) to expand knowledge and use of vocabulary in both conversational and written contexts, iii) to become familiar with new kanji characters, while also consolidating the accurate use of hiragana and katakana characters and, iv) to develop intercultural communication skills and strategies, and v) to become efficient and independent language learners. This course is not available for first-year students.
Course learning outcomes
- Acquire knowledge and use of Japanese grammar, vocabulary and kanji characters developed at a lower elementary level.
- Improve Japanese communication skills and strategies developed at a lower elementary level in both written and conversational contexts.
- Develop basic skills to locate, evaluate and use online resources for studying Japanese language independently.
- Practise time management skills following strict timelines for regular practice and continuous assessments.
- Develop interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with peers through communication in both Japanese and English.
- Be more aware of different ways of seeing the world through Japanese language learning.
- Be more aware of cultural respect, differences and diversity and will have more knowledge and understanding of the issues involving intercultural communication.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 53789
Section LE01
Size 100
Available 95
Class number 53791
Section SE01
Size 50
Available 45
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