JAPN150 Syllabus Spring 2014 - California State University

Spring 2015 K. Masuyama Page 1 California State University, Sacramento JAPN 150: ADVANCED JAPANESE GRAMMAR CONVERSATION. Instructor: Kazue Masuyama Ph.D. Office & Hours: Phone/Fax: Mariposa 2061 12-‐1:30 on Mondays and Wednesdays Or appointment JAPN 150 (Course Call #34709) 火・水・木 4:30 -‐ 5:20 pm (MRP2032) Computer Labs: Teaching Lab (MRP 2000) 916 -‐ 278 – 5567 / 278 -‐ 5502 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.csus.edu/indiv/m/masuyama/index.html Class Time & Location: Department of Foreign Languages: Required Text/Material: Mariposa 2051 (Phone) 916 -‐ 278 -‐ 6333 (Fax) 278 -‐ 5502 Teacher-‐made Material (See SacCT) Required. Bookmark the following grammar learning sites. • A Guide to Japanese Grammar http://www.guidetojapanese.org/index.html#contents • Visualizing Japanese Grammar http://www.gwu.edu/~eall/vjg/vjghomepage/vjghome.htm Recommended • Satoru Koyama. J-‐Bridge to Intermediate Japanese. 2nd ed. (2003) Material: • Makino, Seiichi, and Michio Tsutsui. A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar (Tokyo: The Japan Times, 1992). Target Level: 1st and 2nd year Japanese language courses. ISBN 4-‐7890-‐0454-‐6. Preview: http://bookclub.japantimes.co.jp/pdf/0454.pdf • Makino, Seiichi, and Michio Tsutsui. A Dictionary of Intermediate Japanese Grammar by (Tokyo: The Japan Times, 1995). Target Level: Intermediate Japanese (3rd-‐ 4th year) ISBN 4-‐7890-‐0775-‐8 Preview: http://bookclub.japantimes.co.jp/pdf/0775.pdf Website for Japanese Please go to SacCT for the details Language Proficiency The Japanese-‐Language Proficiency Test (Homepage) Test http://www.jlpt.jp/e/ Course Description: Advanced Japanese Grammar, Conversation. Review of general principles of Japanese grammar and study of advanced grammar and their application in oral and written exercises and projects such as speech, presentations, and translations. Prerequisite: JAPN 2B or instructor permission. Graded: Units: 3.0 Spring 2015 K. Masuyama Page 2 Student Learning Outcomes: All upper-‐division classes are designed to bring students from the beginner level to the intermediate level where they can reinforce, utilize, and expand what they have learned in communicating in Japanese, and to build solid foundation to help the learner’s transition into advanced Japanese. In this course, you are expected to solidify the grammar, vocabulary and Kanji foundation built during study at the beginner level while learning content. You are expected to expand their four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and the socio-‐cultural knowledge they need for communication. Since JAPN150 is a combined course for students of the third-‐year and fourth-‐year Japanese language, students’ proficiency level may range from Intermediate Low to pre-‐Advanced level. As long as you demonstrate excellence in your performance within your proficiency range, you have an equal opportunity to obtain an “A” for this course. Some students may be at the advanced level of Japanese language speakers: they are expected to demonstrate their improvement throughout the semester. A the end of the Japanese Minor program, students are expected to pass Japanese Language Proficiency Test, JLPT: N3. Exceptional students may be able to pass Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N2). JAPN150 is designed to help students to prepare for JLPT N3. For more information on the Japanese language proficiency exam, visit (http://www.jpf.org.au/slc/proficiency/proficiency.htm). At the end of the semester, students are able to: •
Talk about oneself, his friends and family in details (personality, occupation, etc.) with the audience in their minds; •
Describe about their hometown, schools and neighborhoods and explain cultural dos and don’ts to incoming Japanese students; •
Compare and contrast national traits of Japan and other countries; •
Demonstrate critical thinking skills through the reading of mystery stories and documentary; •
Discuss what ideal marriage is, debate pros and cons of international marriage; and present their thoughts and opinions orally and in writing; •
Describe the 2011 Tohoku earthquakes and tsunami, discuss how the affected people will be able to heel themselves through artistic expressions, and present their thoughts and opinions orally and in writing; •
Demonstrate their control over the use of the 1st and 2nd year level Japanese grammar patterns and vocabulary; •
Demonstrate skills and abilities to work with their classmate collaboratively. Course Procedures The class is conducted in Japanese. Please speak in Japanese as much as possible in class. Throughout JAPN150, JLPT practices will be offered. Both classroom and language lab are used for this course. Spring 2015 K. Masuyama Page 3 Evaluation Grade Distribution Assignment Percentage % 1 Active Participate in class and SacCT: 10% (Including One-‐minute speech) 2 Quizzes and Assignments 20% 3 Projects 50% 4 Teacher-‐made JLPT 10% 5 Tutor Work (demonstrate your ability) or Kanji Study 10% Extra points up to 5 pts Total 100% (105%) Grading Criteria Scaled Score Letter Equivalent Scaled Score Letter Equivalent 100.0 – 93.0 A 78.9 – 76.0 C + 92.9 – 89.0 A -‐ 75.9 – 73.0 C 88.9 – 86.0 B + 72.9 – 69.0 C -‐ 85.9 – 83.0 B 68.9 – 66.0 D + 82.9 – 79.0 B -‐ 65.9 – 60.0 D 59.9 -‐ F Note: To progress to any other upper-‐division courses, a grade of C or better needs to be earned. 1. Class Evaluation (10%) Your active participation in class is essential to improve your language skills, and thus you are expected to attend every class. When you must leave the class early or you know you will be late for class, let the instructor know in advance. Attendance is evaluated as follows: 3 points Present for the whole class period and participate actively in class 2 points Late less than 5 minutes 1 point Late more than 5 minutes and/or leave early (present for more than 50% of the class period) 0 point Absent or no participation (i.e. sleeping in the class) If your absence is an excused one, you must submit written proof that explains why your absence was genuinely necessary. Some examples of legitimate excuses are: serious illness that requires doctor’s visit, court order, religious holiday, family emergency, and job interviews. It will not count against your grade. When you have attended all classes without any late and leave early marks, you will be given “皆勤賞 kaikin sho” (perfect attendance award), and an extra 1% will be added to your final score. You will be asked to do one or two One minute speech(es) of your choice. NOTES: If you miss more than two weeks of classes (6 sessions), you Spring 2015 K. Masuyama Page 4 2. Daily Quizzes and Assignments (20%) Short grammar, vocabulary, and Kanji quizzes are given daily basis. Assignment are mainly content questions from textbook, worksheets, and JLPT practice sheet. *Three lowest assignment scores will be automatically omitted at the end of the semester. 3. Projects (40%) 1) Introduction of your friends and family members in writing (5%) 2) Explore yourself through a video letter (5%) 3) Express inner voices through Haiku and Tanka (10%) 4) Introduction of Sacramento State or Sacramento through a video (10%) 5) Exploring national traits and human relationship in writing (10%) -‐ An essay to explore national traits by comparing & contrasting nations (5%) -‐ An essay or speech on marriage (5%) 6) Individual or Group Project (10%): Consult with the instructor throughout the semester. You can make a small brochure, your own small manga book, a video about a particular topic, group play, etc. The schedule will be given later. It is highly recommend that you incorporate some of relevant content, expressions that you learned from the textbook. 4. Take SacCT JLPT (teacher-‐made) 10% 5. Tutor Work (demonstrate your ability) 10% Or Kanji (Basic Kanji Book) Please see more detail information in SacCT. Extra credits (Up to 5%) – Please consult with your instructor •
Attend/organize a special session outside of a regular class time (TBA) •
Assist lower-‐division class students •
Journal/blog writing in Japanese (e.g., 3 times a week) •
Reading newspaper and summarize main points Notes: Please read “Grading Policy” http://www.csus.edu/umanual/acad/UMG05150.htm Incompletes: These are discouraged and will not be issued except in cases where a student has made previous arrangements with the professor. An incomplete grade means a portion of the requirements usually completed during one term remains to be completed and evaluated. Must be competed within a year or it is counted as an F. Unauthorized withdrawal indicates that a student did not officially withdraw from a course but failed to complete it. An unauthorized withdrawal is charged as a failing grade in GPA calculation. Make-‐up policy As a basic rule, no make up or extension will be given for the graded items which you have missed by coming late to or absent from the class. However, make ups may be given on a case-‐
by-‐case basis, normally with medical and course/career-‐related excuses, only if you do both of the following: Spring 2015 K. Masuyama Page 5 1) You provide the instructor with an official statement (written by a doctor, an advisor, etc.) which explains your absence. AND 2) You provide the excuse as soon as possible – SacCT email or phone (278-‐5667); typically before the class for the expected events and after (but as soon as possible) the class for unexpected events. In the case above, for the homework assignments, the first day of presence after the absence is considered as the due date, and for the other graded items, the appointment must be made for a make up in a timely manner. The homework assignments may be handed in before the due date for the full credit, if the student cannot be present on the due date. Class Rules •
No food, No drink for Teaching Lab. No food in class. No gum in the classroom, PLEASE. Also, if you carry a cellular phone, please keep it off. •
Please respect each other and show consideration towards your classmates and instructor. •
Your active participation in class activities will greatly enhance your progress in Japanese. Please do not be afraid of making mistakes/errors in the classroom. Since JAPN116B is a combined course for students of the third-‐year and fourth-‐year Japanese language, students’ proficiency level may range from Intermediate Low to pre-‐Advanced level. In a multi-‐level class, it is very important to work collaboratively. If you know more Japanese or perform better, please help others. If your proficiency level is lower than others, please keep a positive attitude towards learning. As long as you demonstrate excellence in your performance within your proficiency range, you have an equal opportunity to obtain an “A” for this course. Some students may be at the advanced level of Japanese language speakers: they are expected to demonstrate their improvement throughout the semester. Other issues Academic dishonesty The principles of truth and honesty are recognized as fundamental to a community of scholars and teachers. California State University, Sacramento (CSUS) expects that both faculty and students will honor these principles, and in so doing, will protect the integrity of academic work and student grades. Please read “Academic Honesty Policy and Procedures” http://www.csus.edu/admbus/umanual/UMA00150.htm Special Accomodation If you have a disability and require accommodations, you need to provide disability documentation to the Office of Services to Students with Disabilities (SSWD), Lassen Hall 1008, (916) 278-‐6955. Please discuss your accommodation needs with me after class or during my office hours early in the semester. Spring 2015 K. Masuyama Page 6 Need help for paper (This is not specific to Japanese language)? For free, one-‐on-‐one help with reading and writing in any class, visit the University Reading and Writing Center (URWC) in Calaveras 128. The URWC can help you at any stage in your reading and writing processes: coming up with a topic, developing strategies to become a better editor. To make an appointment or a series of appointments, visit the URWC in CLV 128. We also offer tutoring for one unit of academic credit through ENGL121. For current URWC hours and more information, visit www.csus.edu/writingcenter . Japanese Minor Program To attain a Minor in Japanese, students need to complete four (4) advanced language courses, which are taught in Japanese. Recommended courses are 116A, 116B, 110 & 150 (12 units). JAPN120, 195, & 199 can be used towards the Minor (See the details: http://catalog.csus.edu/10-‐12/programs/japn.html). By the end of the minor program, the majority of the students are expected to demonstrate Intermediate Mid level proficiency in tasks. Students with Intermediate Mid proficiency are able to handle successfully a variety of uncomplicated, basic and communicative tasks and social situations. They can talk about self and family members; ask and answer questions on topics on immediate needs; e.g., personal history and leisure time but speech may continue to be characterized by frequent long pauses, since the smooth incorporation of even basic conversational strategies is often hindered as the speaker struggles to create appropriate language forms. Pronunciation may continue to be strongly influenced by first language and fluency may still be strained. Some students, especially those who participate in the study abroad program in Japan, demonstrate the Intermediate High or the Advanced level proficiency in Japanese. For more information, visit http://www.csus.edu/fl/japanese/minor-‐
major.html Students are expected to pass Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N3 after having studied Japanese for three – four years in their study of Japanese. Exceptional students may be able to pass Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N2). For more information on the Japanese language proficiency exam, visit http://www.jlpt.jp/e/ Various forms are found at http://www.csus.edu/registrar/fo ことし
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