Duration
30h Th
Number of credits
| Master in ancient languages and literatures : Oriental studies (120 ECTS) | 5 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Improvement of Japanese language skill (grammar) and enrichment of communication level (oral expression, discussion). Student is expected to have a personal point of view on Japanese culture and to be able to discuss with other students in Japanese (preferable) or in French.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
This course helps students to improve their Japanese language communication skills. It offers students opportunities to express spontaneously their opinions in Japanese, and to discuss about issues and topics suggested by the Professor.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Intermediate level reqired as regards grammatical skill and writing ability. Students should be able to express themselves easily and understand others' conversations. At least a 2-year learning level.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
2 hours/week. Face-to-face learning method.
Recommended or required readings
Assessment methods and criteria
Participation of the Japanese Language & Literature events that will be held at the festival "Mixed Zone" is obligatory as a part of continuous evaluation. http://events.ulg.ac.be/mixedzone/programme/
Constant evaluation (presence at the course, written and oral work) and a final examination in January (writing, reading and speaking skills are tested).
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
The timetable of this academic year has been fixed :
Thursday 10h-12h (room will be fixed soon) (1st semester)
The first course : Thursday September 21st
The information session for all japanese courses given by Prof. Goto will be held on Friday 15h September. The room is 6/8. We will discuss and determine this year's timetable (if there were problem of schedule for most of the students).
Contacts
Kanako GOTO
kgoto@ulg.ac.be