Course Objectives
1. Learn about and understand Japanese culture, and also relate it to their own culture. Also realize the differences and similarities between the two cultures and can speculate about them.
2. Can speak for a reasonable amount of time and write a reasonable length about a range of topics on culture and language behavior in Japan and their own countries, in an easy-to-understand manner, with respect to social and cultural commonalities and differences.
Rubric
| Ideal Level | Standard Level | Unacceptable Level |
| Achievement 1 | Have more knowledge and information about Japanese culture than from what was presented in class. | Have sufficient knowledge and information about Japanese culture from what was presented in class. | Have basic knowledge and information about Japanese culture from what was presented in class. |
| Achievement 2 | Can explain what they have noticed or speculated about the differences and similarities between their own culture and Japanese culture based on their background and reasoning. | Can explain what they have noticed or speculated about differences and similarities between their own culture and Japanese culture. | Cannot point out the differences or similarities between their own culture and Japanese culture. |
| Achievement 3 | Can effectively use the Japanese they've already learned to express and write logical sentences on topics related to culture and language behavior in Japan and their own countries. | Can express words and phrases in a simple way or write connected sentences about the culture and language behavior of Japan and their own countries. | Cannot make sentences about the culture and language behavior of Japan or their own countries, and can only express them in words. |
Assigned Department Objectives
学習・教育到達度目標 (B)
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学習・教育到達度目標 (D)
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学習・教育到達度目標 (E)
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Teaching Method
Outline:
There are differences in language behavior and culture that we notice in real-life communication situations. The aim of this course is for students to develop a deeper understanding of the differences in language behavior and culture between Japan and their own countries. Also, to speak and write about themselves and their countries in Japanese, and relate them to the theme set for each lesson.
Style:
The class will be carried out using handouts. Students will say what they noticed in class during class time or fill it out on a handout in their native language. For Japanese speaking and writing assignments, they should prepare, correct the places the instructor put a check mark on by themselves, and present or submit them when finished.
Notice:
We hope this class will deepen students' understanding of Japan and their own cultures and allow them to be able to think about them more clearly. In addition, this class involves speaking and writing in Japanese, so students are expected to use it as an opportunity to practice producing actual Japanese by using vocabulary, sentence patterns, and expressions that they have learned.
Students who miss 1/4 or more of classes will not be eligible for a passing grade.
Course Plan
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Theme |
Goals |
| 2nd Semester |
| 3rd Quarter |
| 1st |
Orientation |
Understand the class objectives and content.
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| 2nd |
What should I say in my self-introduction? |
Learn about the topics Japanese people generally use to talk about themselves, and notice the differences from their own countries. Also, can think about why each country has the tendency to talk about those topics.
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| 3rd |
What should I say in my self-introduction? |
Can introduce themselves in detail to a certain extent while incorporating topics that Japanese people often talk about in their self-introductions.
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| 4th |
Sending inquiries by email |
By looking at the email messages that have been exchanged during their school life, students can think about what kind of language and expressions Japanese people use when writing e-mails.
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| 5th |
Sending inquiries by email |
Imagining that they are attending a city-sponsored event, they can write an e-mail for inquiries.
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| 6th |
My Favorite Music |
Look at Japanese posters and flyers and notice the characteristics of the words and content used in them. Experience various kinds of Japanese music.
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| 7th |
My Favorite Music |
Can explain reasons for liking their favorite music and its appeal.
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| 8th |
Reflection |
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| 4th Quarter |
| 9th |
Various Sports |
Understand various martial arts and fight sports from all over the world.
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| 10th |
Various Sports |
Can explain to a certain extent the characteristics and way to do sports in their own countries.
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| 11th |
My Favorite Device |
Can express their opinions on devices that make life easier, starting with smartphones.
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| 12th |
My Favorite Device |
Can explain in detail the functions and uses of devices they think are useful.
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| 13th |
Festivals of the Present and Past |
Be aware of the differences between old and present-day Japanese festivals and events, and understand the changes in society.
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| 14th |
Festivals of the Present and Past |
Can introduce to a certain extent traditional festivals or events in their own hometowns, and touch on the similarities to and differences from Japanese ones.
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| 15th |
Things That Have Happened |
Can talk about what has happened to themselves, from studying, school events, and events with friends.
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| 16th |
Reflection |
Can explain new things they found out in class, things that changed their minds, and how their Japanese abilities and skills have developed.
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Evaluation Method and Weight (%)
| Presentation・ Production work | Task submission | Approach to a class | Portfolio | Total |
| Subtotal | 60 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 100 |
| Basic Proficiency | 30 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Specialized Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cross Area Proficiency | 30 | 0 | 10 | 10 | 50 |