Course Objectives
Learning purposes :
Expand horizons and enhance thinking through the interpretation and appreciation of various literary works.
Acquire an education in the Japanese language and Japanese literature, and deepen your understanding of Japanese culture.
Course Objectives :
1. To read a variety of works and literature, and develop the ability to think about things from multiple perspectives and to think flexibly.
2. To Increase knowledge of Japanese language and literature
3. To have opinions and ideas about Japanese culture and be able to explain them in one' s own words.
◎4. To be able to communicate with others using effective explanatory methods and means.
Rubric
| Excellent | Good | Acceptable | Not acceptable |
Achievement 1 | The student can research and discuss the contents of a work of literature and the history of the Japanese language, and to explain the results of such research and discussion. | The student can research and discuss the contents of a work of literature and the history of the Japanese language, and to describe the results of such research and discussion. | The student can discuss the contents of a work of literature and the history of the Japanese language, and to describe the results. | The student will not try to discuss the contents of the works of literature or the history of the Japanese language. |
Achievement 2 | The student can give an overview of representative Japanese literature. | The student can give the title, author's name, period of establishment, genre, etc. of representative Japanese literature. | The student can give an answer to the title and author's name of representative Japanese literature. | The student will not try to learn about representative Japanese literature. |
Achievement 3 | The student can have his or her own opinions and ideas about Japanese culture and explain them to others in persuasive language. | The student can have his or her own opinions and ideas about Japanese culture and explain them to others. | The student can have his or her own opinions and ideas about Japanese culture and make an effort to explain them to others. | The student will not try to formulate his or her own opinions or ideas about Japanese culture. |
Achievement 4 | The student can choose methods and means to improve communication. | The student can think of appropriate methods and means and communicate effectively. | The student can think of appropriate methods and means and make an effort to communicate. | The student will not try to think about effective communication. And, the student will not try to communicate. |
Assigned Department Objectives
Teaching Method
Outline:
General or Specialized : Specialized
Field of learning : Japanese
Required, Elective, etc. : Elective must complete subjects
Foundational academic disciplines : Literature, linguistics / Japanese literature, Japanese linguistics
Relationship with Educational Objectives :
This class is equivalent to "(1) Cultivate human creative talent, rich in practical abilities".
Relationship with JABEE programs :
The main goal of learning / education in this class is "(B), B-2", also "B-1", "B-3", "D-3", "F-1" and "F-2" are involved.
Course outline :
Read literary works and linguistic materials and give an overview of the Japanese language and Japanese literature of each period. Also, focus on the changes in language in these works and consider the aspects of Japanese culture that lie behind them.
Style:
Course method :
Reading of literary works and linguistic materials from each period, and lectures on the history of Japanese and Japanese literature. Assigned themes for each period and content, and assignments and reports.
Grade evaluation method :
Assignments (50%) + Report (50%).
No regular examination.
Notice:
Precautions on the enrollment :
This is a "class that requires study outside of class hours". Classes are offered for 15 hours per credit, but 30 credit hours are required in addition to this. Follow the instructions of your instructor for these studies.
Course advice :
Participate actively in the classes and make an effort to improve your ability to express yourself. You are expected to be exposed to a variety of texts and practice flexible thinking, and make an effort to increase your knowledge of Japanese language and literature.
Foundational subjects : Japanese Ⅰ (1st year), Japanese Ⅱ (2nd), Japanese Ⅲ (3rd)
Related subjects : Japanese Ⅳ (4th year), Career Management (4th), Theory of Cross-cultural Society Ⅰ(4th)
Attendance advice :
If you are late for the start time, you will be treated as absent after 20 minutes.
Participate actively in classes and submit assignments on time.
Use of a dictionary on a mobile phone or smartphone during classes is not allowed.
Course Plan
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Theme |
Goals |
2nd Semester |
3rd Quarter |
1st |
Guidance |
Learn about the content and methods of the class.
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2nd |
Language and Literature in the Nara Period (Jyodai) 1 |
Learn about the major literary works of the Nara Period (Jyodai).
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3rd |
Language and Literature in the Nara Period (Jyodai) 2 |
Learn an overview of the Japanese language of the Nara Period (Jyodai).
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4th |
Language and Literature in the Heian Period (Tyuko) 1 |
Learn about the major literary works in the Heian Period (Tyuko).
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5th |
Language and Literature in the Heian Period (Tyuko) 2 |
Learn an overview of the Japanese language of the Heian Period (Tyuko).
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6th |
Language and Literature in the Kamakura and Muromachi Periods (Tyusei) 1 |
Learn about the major literary works of the Kamakura and Muromachi Periods (Tyusei) .
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7th |
Language and Literature in the Kamakura and Muromachi Periods (Tyusei) 2 |
Learn an overview of the Japanese language of the Kamakura and Muromachi Periods (Tyusei).
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8th |
(2nd semester mid-term exam) |
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4th Quarter |
9th |
Language and Literature in the Edo Period (Kinsei) 1 |
Learn about major literary works of the Edo Period (Kinsei).
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10th |
Language and Literature in the Edo Period (Kinsei) 2 |
Learn an overview of the Japanese language of the Edo Period (Kinsei).
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11th |
Modern Language and Literature 1 |
Learn about major modern literary works.
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12th |
Modern Language and Literature 2 |
Learn about major contemporary literary works.
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13th |
Modern Language and Literature 3 |
Learn an overview of modern Japanese language.
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14th |
Changes in the Japanese language and aspects of Japanese culture |
Grasp the general flow of Japanese literature and the history of the Japanese language.
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15th |
(2nd semester final exam) |
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16th |
Summary |
Summarize and deepen understanding of Japanese language, literature, and culture.
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Evaluation Method and Weight (%)
| Examination | Presentation | Mutual Evaluations between students | Behavior | Portfolio | Mini test | Total |
Subtotal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 100 | 0 | 100 |
Basic Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 100 | 0 | 100 |
Specialized Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Cross Area Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |