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Course Description
Japanese I targets elementary-level learners. The aim is to introduce learners with no previous knowledge of Japanese to the Japanese language and Japanese culture through practical use of the language, with a particular emphasis on oral communication.
Japanese II and III target elementary-level non-beginner learners. As with Japanese I, emphasis will be on oral communication but writing will be introduced through a range of exercises.
 
Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of the semester, students should be able to:
- gain an introductory insight into Japanese language and culture;
- develop a sense of confidence when dealing with Japanese -speaking people and Japanese -language materials in their daily lives;
- understand, make, and respond appropriately to, everyday conversational enquiries;
- acquire sufficiently accurate pronunciation and intonation of Japanese to be understood by native speakers of the language;
- understand and produce short texts relating to people’s lives and interests.
Assessment
Learners' progress is assessed through continuous assessment and a final written and oral examination.
Enrolment
Courses are usually held in the Fall and Spring semesters, and Winter and Summer sessions. Enrolment details are announced on this site as well as on the ENB and via email.
Course Instructor
Reiko Saito
Course Materials
Japanese I & II: Nihongo de hanasou. Language Center, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, 2001. Available at the University Bookshop.
Schedule
Japanese
I (Course Material)
Japanese
II (Course Material)
Japanese III
Online Resources
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