Annual 2025-2026 Class Schedule
All information is subject to change.
Courses marked with an * are available for graduate credit.
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FIRST-YEAR WRITING SEMINAR | ||||
| ASIAN LC 101-8 | Introduction to Tibetan Literature | TTh 2pm-3:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 101-8 Introduction to Tibetan LiteratureOverview of Course Course summary coming soon!
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| ASIAN LC 101-8 | Indonesia and the Malay World | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 101-8 Indonesia and the Malay WorldOverview of Course Course summary coming soon!
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ASIAN HUMANITIES | ||||
| ASIAN LC 290 | East Asian Classics | TTh 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 290 East Asian ClassicsOverview of Course Learning Objectives a) Gain exposure to a set of influential literary texts that combine the realms of religion and philosophy. Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) - Confucius / Annping Chin (transl). The Analects. Penguin Classics (2014) - ISBN 978-0143106852 | ||||
| ASIAN LC 290 | Oral and Performance Traditions of Tibet | MW 9:30am-10:50am | ||
ASIAN LC 290 Oral and Performance Traditions of TibetOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 290 | TBA | TTh 2pm-3:30pm | ||
ASIAN LC 290 TBAOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 290 | TBA | TTh 11am-12:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 290 TBAOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 300* | Contemporary Tibetan Literature | TTh 11am-12:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 300* Contemporary Tibetan LiteratureOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials Required | ||||
| ASIAN LC 397 | Decolonizing Knowledge Production While Writing Your Own Research | M 3pm-5:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 397 Decolonizing Knowledge Production While Writing Your Own ResearchOverview of Course Learning Objectives | ||||
| ASIAN LC 492* | Advanced Tibetan Reading Class | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 492* Advanced Tibetan Reading ClassOverview of Course
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| ASIAN LC 492* | TBA | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 492* TBAOverview of Course
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| ASIAN LC 492* | TBA | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 492* TBAOverview of Course
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CHINESE LANGUAGE | ||||
| CHINESE 111-1 | Chinese I | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 111-1 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-1 | Chinese I | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
CHINESE 111-1 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-1 | Chinese I | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
CHINESE 111-1 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-2 | Chinese I | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
CHINESE 111-2 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-2 | Chinese I | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
CHINESE 111-2 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-2 | Chinese I | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
CHINESE 111-2 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-3 | Chinese I | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 111-3 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-3 | Chinese I | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
CHINESE 111-3 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 111-3 | Chinese I | MTWTh 2pm-2:50pm | ||
CHINESE 111-3 Chinese IOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives
Teaching Method Evaluation Method Written assignments Dictations Oral quizzes Written quizzes Final exam Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter and Winter quarter Spring quarter
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| CHINESE 121-1 | Chinese II | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
CHINESE 121-1 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-1 | Chinese II | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
CHINESE 121-1 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-1 | Chinese II | MTWTh 2pm-2:50pm | ||
CHINESE 121-1 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-2 | Chinese II | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
CHINESE 121-2 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-2 | Chinese II | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
CHINESE 121-2 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-2 | Chinese II | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
CHINESE 121-2 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-3 | Chinese II | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
CHINESE 121-3 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-3 | Chinese II | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
CHINESE 121-3 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 121-3 | Chinese II | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
CHINESE 121-3 Chinese IIOverview of class This year-long course is designed for students who have completed Chinese 111 at Northwestern or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further develop students’ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students’ beginning modern Chinese courses; (2) introducing them to more complex grammatical structures, varieties of language styles, and cultural information. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students are expected to be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and short passages on familiar topics. Successful completion of CHINESE 121-3 will satisfy the WCAS foreign language requirement. In addition, they will reach Intermediate mid to Intermediate high in reading, writing, listening and speaking according to ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on speaking and listening skill development. There will also be reading and writing activities and assignments. Students are expected to be fully prepared for each lesson. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, assignments, quizzes, oral tests, presentations, midterm and final exam. Class Materials (Required) Winter and Spring quarters | ||||
| CHINESE 211-1 | Chinese III | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
CHINESE 211-1 Chinese IIIOverview of class CHINESE 211 is a year-long intermediate-level course, designed to further develop students' communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing in modern Chinese as well as to deepen understanding of Chinese culture and social issues. The course systematically expands students' vocabulary and help them produce paragraphs, particularly in the area of description, comparison and introduction. The goal of the course is to effectively build descriptive and comparative skills through rigorous activities and discussion on various topics. Chinese is the language used in this course. Upon satisfactory completion of the whole sequence course, students are expected to reach Intermediate-High level of the ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method Bottom-up approach to expand progressively from words to sentences, and sentences to paragraphs with student-centered communicative and task-based activities. Class conducted in Chinese. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, homework/projects, quizzes, oral presentations, and written exams. Class Materials (Required) Developing Chinese Fluency Textbook ($64) and Workbook ($43); Author: Phyllis Zhang; Publisher: Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-1-111-34223-4 | ||||
| CHINESE 211-1 | Chinese III | MTWTh 2pm-2:50pm | ||
CHINESE 211-1 Chinese IIIOverview of class CHINESE 211 is a year-long intermediate-level course, designed to further develop students' communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing in modern Chinese as well as to deepen understanding of Chinese culture and social issues. The course systematically expands students' vocabulary and help them produce paragraphs, particularly in the area of description, comparison and introduction. The goal of the course is to effectively build descriptive and comparative skills through rigorous activities and discussion on various topics. Chinese is the language used in this course. Upon satisfactory completion of the whole sequence course, students are expected to reach Intermediate-High level of the ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method Bottom-up approach to expand progressively from words to sentences, and sentences to paragraphs with student-centered communicative and task-based activities. Class conducted in Chinese. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, homework/projects, quizzes, oral presentations, and written exams. Class Materials (Required) Developing Chinese Fluency Textbook ($64) and Workbook ($43); Author: Phyllis Zhang; Publisher: Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-1-111-34223-4 | ||||
| CHINESE 211-2 | Chinese III | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
CHINESE 211-2 Chinese IIIOverview of class CHINESE 211 is a year-long intermediate-level course, designed to further develop students' communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing in modern Chinese as well as to deepen understanding of Chinese culture and social issues. The course systematically expands students' vocabulary and help them produce paragraphs, particularly in the area of description, comparison and introduction. The goal of the course is to effectively build descriptive and comparative skills through rigorous activities and discussion on various topics. Chinese is the language used in this course. Upon satisfactory completion of the whole sequence course, students are expected to reach Intermediate-High level of the ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method Bottom-up approach to expand progressively from words to sentences, and sentences to paragraphs with student-centered communicative and task-based activities. Class conducted in Chinese. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, homework/projects, quizzes, oral presentations, and written exams. Class Materials (Required) Developing Chinese Fluency Textbook ($64) and Workbook ($43); Author: Phyllis Zhang; Publisher: Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-1-111-34223-4 | ||||
| CHINESE 211-2 | Chinese III | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
CHINESE 211-2 Chinese IIIOverview of class CHINESE 211 is a year-long intermediate-level course, designed to further develop students' communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing in modern Chinese as well as to deepen understanding of Chinese culture and social issues. The course systematically expands students' vocabulary and help them produce paragraphs, particularly in the area of description, comparison and introduction. The goal of the course is to effectively build descriptive and comparative skills through rigorous activities and discussion on various topics. Chinese is the language used in this course. Upon satisfactory completion of the whole sequence course, students are expected to reach Intermediate-High level of the ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method Bottom-up approach to expand progressively from words to sentences, and sentences to paragraphs with student-centered communicative and task-based activities. Class conducted in Chinese. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, homework/projects, quizzes, oral presentations, and written exams. Class Materials (Required) Developing Chinese Fluency Textbook ($64) and Workbook ($43); Author: Phyllis Zhang; Publisher: Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-1-111-34223-4 | ||||
| CHINESE 211-3 | Chinese III | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
CHINESE 211-3 Chinese IIIOverview of class CHINESE 211 is a year-long intermediate-level course, designed to further develop students' communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing in modern Chinese as well as to deepen understanding of Chinese culture and social issues. The course systematically expands students' vocabulary and help them produce paragraphs, particularly in the area of description, comparison and introduction. The goal of the course is to effectively build descriptive and comparative skills through rigorous activities and discussion on various topics. Chinese is the language used in this course. Upon satisfactory completion of the whole sequence course, students are expected to reach Intermediate-High level of the ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method Bottom-up approach to expand progressively from words to sentences, and sentences to paragraphs with student-centered communicative and task-based activities. Class conducted in Chinese. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, homework/projects, quizzes, oral presentations, and written exams. Class Materials (Required) Developing Chinese Fluency Textbook ($64) and Workbook ($43); Author: Phyllis Zhang; Publisher: Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-1-111-34223-4 | ||||
| CHINESE 211-3 | Chinese III | MTWTh 2pm-2:50pm | ||
CHINESE 211-3 Chinese IIIOverview of class CHINESE 211 is a year-long intermediate-level course, designed to further develop students' communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing in modern Chinese as well as to deepen understanding of Chinese culture and social issues. The course systematically expands students' vocabulary and help them produce paragraphs, particularly in the area of description, comparison and introduction. The goal of the course is to effectively build descriptive and comparative skills through rigorous activities and discussion on various topics. Chinese is the language used in this course. Upon satisfactory completion of the whole sequence course, students are expected to reach Intermediate-High level of the ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method Bottom-up approach to expand progressively from words to sentences, and sentences to paragraphs with student-centered communicative and task-based activities. Class conducted in Chinese. Evaluation Method Class attendance and participation, homework/projects, quizzes, oral presentations, and written exams. Class Materials (Required) Developing Chinese Fluency Textbook ($64) and Workbook ($43); Author: Phyllis Zhang; Publisher: Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-1-111-34223-4 | ||||
| CHINESE 311-1 | Chinese IV - Formal Speaking | TTh 2pm-3:20pm | ||
CHINESE 311-1 Chinese IV - Formal SpeakingOverview of class Chinese 311 is a quarter-long series of Chinese courses composed by the following independent courses: Chinese 311-1: Formal Speaking, Chinese 311-2: Formal Writing, and Chinese 311-3: Formal Reading. The courses are designed to develop students’ abilities to speak and write formal Chinese respectively, as well as to read short literary works in Chinese. The content of the courses cover argumentations and articles on various topics, including Chinese culture, society and contemporary history. Student will also read authentic Chinese literary works in different written forms and language styles by various authors, with a focus on their cultural and social background. The goal of the courses is to train students to use written vocabulary and formal expressions as well as know how to arrange a structured speaking/writing with complete format and logical connections. Students will reach advanced low in reading, writing, listening and speaking based on ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements CHINESE 211-3 with grade C- or above. Students may be placed into this course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives Upon satisfactory completion of 311-1, students will be able to use formal expressions to deliver a structured speech with logical arguments. Upon satisfactory completion of 311-2, students will be able to write essays in a formal style in depth about complex topics. Upon satisfactory completion of 311-3, students will be able to comprehend in depth authentic literary works in Chinese language and communicate efficiently their understanding in speaking and written forms. Teaching Method Class meets twice per week, 80 minutes per class. The course is designed with intensive student-oriented activities through reading various class materials, including essays, media reports and authentic Chinese literature works. Students are expected to read materials ahead of class, participate in in-class discussions led by the instructor, and make formal statements, arguments, speeches and debates about social and cultural phenomena in paragraphs. With instructor’s necessary corrections and suggestions on students’ papers, they are expected to present their works as formal oral presentations. Chinese is used for instruction. Evaluation Method Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter & Winter quarter: Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 311-2 | Chinese IV - Formal Writing | MW 2pm-3:20pm | ||
CHINESE 311-2 Chinese IV - Formal WritingOverview of class Chinese 311 is a quarter-long series of Chinese courses composed by the following independent courses: Chinese 311-1: Formal Speaking, Chinese 311-2: Formal Writing, and Chinese 311-3: Formal Reading. The courses are designed to develop students’ abilities to speak and write formal Chinese respectively, as well as to read short literary works in Chinese. The content of the courses cover argumentations and articles on various topics, including Chinese culture, society and contemporary history. Student will also read authentic Chinese literary works in different written forms and language styles by various authors, with a focus on their cultural and social background. The goal of the courses is to train students to use written vocabulary and formal expressions as well as know how to arrange a structured speaking/writing with complete format and logical connections. Students will reach advanced low in reading, writing, listening and speaking based on ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements CHINESE 211-3 with grade C- or above. Students may be placed into this course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives Upon satisfactory completion of 311-1, students will be able to use formal expressions to deliver a structured speech with logical arguments. Upon satisfactory completion of 311-2, students will be able to write essays in a formal style in depth about complex topics. Upon satisfactory completion of 311-3, students will be able to comprehend in depth authentic literary works in Chinese language and communicate efficiently their understanding in speaking and written forms. Teaching Method Class meets twice per week, 80 minutes per class. The course is designed with intensive student-oriented activities through reading various class materials, including essays, media reports and authentic Chinese literature works. Students are expected to read materials ahead of class, participate in in-class discussions led by the instructor, and make formal statements, arguments, speeches and debates about social and cultural phenomena in paragraphs. With instructor’s necessary corrections and suggestions on students’ papers, they are expected to present their works as formal oral presentations. Chinese is used for instruction. Evaluation Method Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter & Winter quarter: Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 311-3 | Chinese IV - Formal Reading | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
CHINESE 311-3 Chinese IV - Formal ReadingOverview of class Chinese 311 is a quarter-long series of Chinese courses composed by the following independent courses: Chinese 311-1: Formal Speaking, Chinese 311-2: Formal Writing, and Chinese 311-3: Formal Reading. The courses are designed to develop students’ abilities to speak and write formal Chinese respectively, as well as to read short literary works in Chinese. The content of the courses cover argumentations and articles on various topics, including Chinese culture, society and contemporary history. Student will also read authentic Chinese literary works in different written forms and language styles by various authors, with a focus on their cultural and social background. The goal of the courses is to train students to use written vocabulary and formal expressions as well as know how to arrange a structured speaking/writing with complete format and logical connections. Students will reach advanced low in reading, writing, listening and speaking based on ACTFL proficiency guidelines. Registration Requirements CHINESE 211-3 with grade C- or above. Students may be placed into this course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives Upon satisfactory completion of 311-1, students will be able to use formal expressions to deliver a structured speech with logical arguments. Upon satisfactory completion of 311-2, students will be able to write essays in a formal style in depth about complex topics. Upon satisfactory completion of 311-3, students will be able to comprehend in depth authentic literary works in Chinese language and communicate efficiently their understanding in speaking and written forms. Teaching Method Class meets twice per week, 80 minutes per class. The course is designed with intensive student-oriented activities through reading various class materials, including essays, media reports and authentic Chinese literature works. Students are expected to read materials ahead of class, participate in in-class discussions led by the instructor, and make formal statements, arguments, speeches and debates about social and cultural phenomena in paragraphs. With instructor’s necessary corrections and suggestions on students’ papers, they are expected to present their works as formal oral presentations. Chinese is used for instruction. Evaluation Method Class Materials (Required) Fall quarter & Winter quarter: Spring quarter: | ||||
CHINESE LANGUAGE-ACCELERATED | ||||
| CHINESE 115-1 | Chinese I - Accelerated | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 115-1 Chinese I - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 115 (115-1, 2, 3) is designed for advanced beginners who demonstrate higher levels of listening and speaking proficiency. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master around 350 characters and to reach the intermediate-low to intermediate-mid level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Except for Chinese 115-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives
Teaching Method This course meets four days a week and is conducted in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on discussion based on the reading and/or writing assignments students complete before class. Evaluation Method Classroom attendance and participation, reading and writing assignments, presentations, dictations, written quizzes and one final exam Class Materials (Required) 传承中文 Modern Chinese for Heritage Beginners: Stories about Us
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| CHINESE 115-1 | Chinese I - Accelerated | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
CHINESE 115-1 Chinese I - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 115 (115-1, 2, 3) is designed for advanced beginners who demonstrate higher levels of listening and speaking proficiency. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master around 350 characters and to reach the intermediate-low to intermediate-mid level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Except for Chinese 115-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives
Teaching Method This course meets four days a week and is conducted in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on discussion based on the reading and/or writing assignments students complete before class. Evaluation Method Classroom attendance and participation, reading and writing assignments, presentations, dictations, written quizzes and one final exam Class Materials (Required) 传承中文 Modern Chinese for Heritage Beginners: Stories about Us
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| CHINESE 115-2 | Chinese I - Accelerated | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 115-2 Chinese I - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 115 (115-1, 2, 3) is designed for advanced beginners who demonstrate higher levels of listening and speaking proficiency. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master around 350 characters and to reach the intermediate-low to intermediate-mid level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Except for Chinese 115-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives
Teaching Method This course meets four days a week and is conducted in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on discussion based on the reading and/or writing assignments students complete before class. Evaluation Method Classroom attendance and participation, reading and writing assignments, presentations, dictations, written quizzes and one final exam Class Materials (Required) 传承中文 Modern Chinese for Heritage Beginners: Stories about Us
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| CHINESE 115-2 | Chinese I - Accelerated | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
CHINESE 115-2 Chinese I - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 115 (115-1, 2, 3) is designed for advanced beginners who demonstrate higher levels of listening and speaking proficiency. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master around 350 characters and to reach the intermediate-low to intermediate-mid level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Except for Chinese 115-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives
Teaching Method This course meets four days a week and is conducted in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on discussion based on the reading and/or writing assignments students complete before class. Evaluation Method Classroom attendance and participation, reading and writing assignments, presentations, dictations, written quizzes and one final exam Class Materials (Required) 传承中文 Modern Chinese for Heritage Beginners: Stories about Us
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| CHINESE 115-3 | Chinese I - Accelerated | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 115-3 Chinese I - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 115 (115-1, 2, 3) is designed for advanced beginners who demonstrate higher levels of listening and speaking proficiency. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master around 350 characters and to reach the intermediate-low to intermediate-mid level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Except for Chinese 115-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives
Teaching Method This course meets four days a week and is conducted in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on discussion based on the reading and/or writing assignments students complete before class. Evaluation Method Classroom attendance and participation, reading and writing assignments, presentations, dictations, written quizzes and one final exam Class Materials (Required) 传承中文 Modern Chinese for Heritage Beginners: Stories about Us
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| CHINESE 115-3 | Chinese I - Accelerated | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
CHINESE 115-3 Chinese I - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 115 (115-1, 2, 3) is designed for advanced beginners who demonstrate higher levels of listening and speaking proficiency. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master around 350 characters and to reach the intermediate-low to intermediate-mid level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Except for Chinese 115-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives
Teaching Method This course meets four days a week and is conducted in Chinese. Class time mainly focuses on discussion based on the reading and/or writing assignments students complete before class. Evaluation Method Classroom attendance and participation, reading and writing assignments, presentations, dictations, written quizzes and one final exam Class Materials (Required) 传承中文 Modern Chinese for Heritage Beginners: Stories about Us
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| CHINESE 125-1 | Chinese II - Accelerated | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 125-1 Chinese II - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 125 (125-1, 2, 3) is an intermediate course primarily designed for students at ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency in listening and speaking, and intermediate-low in literacy skills. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master 1500-2000 characters and to reach an intermediate-high level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The goals of this course are to help students: (a) achieve a basic level of reading competency; (b) express themselves clearly in written Chinese on a variety of topics using learned grammar patterns and vocabulary; (c) reinforce their speaking proficiency on a broad range of topics; (d) cultivate their intercultural competence and ability to juxtapose and communicate across different cultures. Teaching Method Four regular class hours are for learning of the key vocabulary, analysis of sentence structure, familiarity with Chinese culture, awareness of different registers, and discussion of topics related to the texts and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write and report on topics that have been covered in the texts and supplementary readings. Evaluation Method Class performance, written assignments, oral reports, written quizzes, and a final exam. Class Materials (Required): Fall quarter: Winter quarter & Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 125-1 | Chinese II - Accelerated | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
CHINESE 125-1 Chinese II - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 125 (125-1, 2, 3) is an intermediate course primarily designed for students at ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency in listening and speaking, and intermediate-low in literacy skills. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master 1500-2000 characters and to reach an intermediate-high level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The goals of this course are to help students: (a) achieve a basic level of reading competency; (b) express themselves clearly in written Chinese on a variety of topics using learned grammar patterns and vocabulary; (c) reinforce their speaking proficiency on a broad range of topics; (d) cultivate their intercultural competence and ability to juxtapose and communicate across different cultures. Teaching Method Four regular class hours are for learning of the key vocabulary, analysis of sentence structure, familiarity with Chinese culture, awareness of different registers, and discussion of topics related to the texts and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write and report on topics that have been covered in the texts and supplementary readings. Evaluation Method Class performance, written assignments, oral reports, written quizzes, and a final exam. Class Materials (Required): Fall quarter: Winter quarter & Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 125-1 | Chinese II - Accelerated | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
CHINESE 125-1 Chinese II - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 125 (125-1, 2, 3) is an intermediate course primarily designed for students at ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency in listening and speaking, and intermediate-low in literacy skills. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master 1500-2000 characters and to reach an intermediate-high level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The goals of this course are to help students: (a) achieve a basic level of reading competency; (b) express themselves clearly in written Chinese on a variety of topics using learned grammar patterns and vocabulary; (c) reinforce their speaking proficiency on a broad range of topics; (d) cultivate their intercultural competence and ability to juxtapose and communicate across different cultures. Teaching Method Four regular class hours are for learning of the key vocabulary, analysis of sentence structure, familiarity with Chinese culture, awareness of different registers, and discussion of topics related to the texts and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write and report on topics that have been covered in the texts and supplementary readings. Evaluation Method Class performance, written assignments, oral reports, written quizzes, and a final exam. Class Materials (Required): Fall quarter: Winter quarter & Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 125-2 | Chinese II - Accelerated | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
CHINESE 125-2 Chinese II - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 125 (125-1, 2, 3) is an intermediate course primarily designed for students at ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency in listening and speaking, and intermediate-low in literacy skills. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master 1500-2000 characters and to reach an intermediate-high level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The goals of this course are to help students: (a) achieve a basic level of reading competency; (b) express themselves clearly in written Chinese on a variety of topics using learned grammar patterns and vocabulary; (c) reinforce their speaking proficiency on a broad range of topics; (d) cultivate their intercultural competence and ability to juxtapose and communicate across different cultures. Teaching Method Four regular class hours are for learning of the key vocabulary, analysis of sentence structure, familiarity with Chinese culture, awareness of different registers, and discussion of topics related to the texts and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write and report on topics that have been covered in the texts and supplementary readings. Evaluation Method Class performance, written assignments, oral reports, written quizzes, and a final exam. Class Materials (Required): Fall quarter: Winter quarter & Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 125-2 | Chinese II - Accelerated | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
CHINESE 125-2 Chinese II - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 125 (125-1, 2, 3) is an intermediate course primarily designed for students at ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency in listening and speaking, and intermediate-low in literacy skills. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master 1500-2000 characters and to reach an intermediate-high level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The goals of this course are to help students: (a) achieve a basic level of reading competency; (b) express themselves clearly in written Chinese on a variety of topics using learned grammar patterns and vocabulary; (c) reinforce their speaking proficiency on a broad range of topics; (d) cultivate their intercultural competence and ability to juxtapose and communicate across different cultures. Teaching Method Four regular class hours are for learning of the key vocabulary, analysis of sentence structure, familiarity with Chinese culture, awareness of different registers, and discussion of topics related to the texts and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write and report on topics that have been covered in the texts and supplementary readings. Evaluation Method Class performance, written assignments, oral reports, written quizzes, and a final exam. Class Materials (Required): Fall quarter: Winter quarter & Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 125-3 | Chinese II - Accelerated | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
CHINESE 125-3 Chinese II - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 125 (125-1, 2, 3) is an intermediate course primarily designed for students at ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency in listening and speaking, and intermediate-low in literacy skills. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master 1500-2000 characters and to reach an intermediate-high level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The goals of this course are to help students: (a) achieve a basic level of reading competency; (b) express themselves clearly in written Chinese on a variety of topics using learned grammar patterns and vocabulary; (c) reinforce their speaking proficiency on a broad range of topics; (d) cultivate their intercultural competence and ability to juxtapose and communicate across different cultures. Teaching Method Four regular class hours are for learning of the key vocabulary, analysis of sentence structure, familiarity with Chinese culture, awareness of different registers, and discussion of topics related to the texts and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write and report on topics that have been covered in the texts and supplementary readings. Evaluation Method Class performance, written assignments, oral reports, written quizzes, and a final exam. Class Materials (Required): Fall quarter: Winter quarter & Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 125-3 | Chinese II - Accelerated | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
CHINESE 125-3 Chinese II - AcceleratedOverview of class Accelerated Chinese 125 (125-1, 2, 3) is an intermediate course primarily designed for students at ACTFL intermediate-mid level of proficiency in listening and speaking, and intermediate-low in literacy skills. This course aims to help students further hone all four skills with an emphasis on reading and writing. The literacy goal is to master 1500-2000 characters and to reach an intermediate-high level of literacy proficiency. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The goals of this course are to help students: (a) achieve a basic level of reading competency; (b) express themselves clearly in written Chinese on a variety of topics using learned grammar patterns and vocabulary; (c) reinforce their speaking proficiency on a broad range of topics; (d) cultivate their intercultural competence and ability to juxtapose and communicate across different cultures. Teaching Method Four regular class hours are for learning of the key vocabulary, analysis of sentence structure, familiarity with Chinese culture, awareness of different registers, and discussion of topics related to the texts and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write and report on topics that have been covered in the texts and supplementary readings. Evaluation Method Class performance, written assignments, oral reports, written quizzes, and a final exam. Class Materials (Required): Fall quarter: Winter quarter & Spring quarter: | ||||
| CHINESE 215-1 | Chinese III - Accelerated | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 215-1 Chinese III - AcceleratedOverview of class This is a year-long three-quarter course in advanced modern Chinese (Mandarin). Students will transition from basic, functional communicative skills to more in-depth academic exchanges with themes about the real Chinese world. Besides rigorous training in oral proficiency, it focuses on upgrading reading and writing skills. Topics include Chinese cultural concepts, social change, economic development, and human relationships. Students will discuss the above-mentioned topics from a cross-cultural perspective. Proficiency goals (per ACTFL guidelines): Advanced-Low in oral skills and Intermediate-High to Advanced-Low in literacy skills Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives (1) Increase students’ awareness and knowledge of social issues in Modern China. (2) Expand vocabulary, improve fluency, and enhance the accuracy in output. (3) Students will learn to, in written and spoken Chinese, organize ideas better, produce coherent paragraph-level outputs, make solid arguments, and express themselves formally. Teaching Method We use Chinese to discuss our readings. Students are also expected to write short essays based on the topics discussed in class. Evaluation Method Attendance and Participation, essays, oral presentations, quizzes or exams Class Materials (Required) Textbook “ Reading Into a New China” by Duanduan Li & Irene Liu, | ||||
| CHINESE 215-2 | Chinese III - Accelerated | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 215-2 Chinese III - AcceleratedOverview of class This is a year-long three-quarter course in advanced modern Chinese (Mandarin). Students will transition from basic, functional communicative skills to more in-depth academic exchanges with themes about the real Chinese world. Besides rigorous training in oral proficiency, it focuses on upgrading reading and writing skills. Topics include Chinese cultural concepts, social change, economic development, and human relationships. Students will discuss the above-mentioned topics from a cross-cultural perspective. Proficiency goals (per ACTFL guidelines): Advanced-Low in oral skills and Intermediate-High to Advanced-Low in literacy skills Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives (1) Increase students’ awareness and knowledge of social issues in Modern China. (2) Expand vocabulary, improve fluency, and enhance the accuracy in output. (3) Students will learn to, in written and spoken Chinese, organize ideas better, produce coherent paragraph-level outputs, make solid arguments, and express themselves formally. Teaching Method We use Chinese to discuss our readings. Students are also expected to write short essays based on the topics discussed in class. Evaluation Method Attendance and Participation, essays, oral presentations, quizzes or exams Class Materials (Required) Textbook “ Reading Into a New China” by Duanduan Li & Irene Liu, | ||||
| CHINESE 215-3 | Chinese III - Accelerated | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
CHINESE 215-3 Chinese III - AcceleratedOverview of class This is a year-long three-quarter course in advanced modern Chinese (Mandarin). Students will transition from basic, functional communicative skills to more in-depth academic exchanges with themes about the real Chinese world. Besides rigorous training in oral proficiency, it focuses on upgrading reading and writing skills. Topics include Chinese cultural concepts, social change, economic development, and human relationships. Students will discuss the above-mentioned topics from a cross-cultural perspective. Proficiency goals (per ACTFL guidelines): Advanced-Low in oral skills and Intermediate-High to Advanced-Low in literacy skills Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives (1) Increase students’ awareness and knowledge of social issues in Modern China. (2) Expand vocabulary, improve fluency, and enhance the accuracy in output. (3) Students will learn to, in written and spoken Chinese, organize ideas better, produce coherent paragraph-level outputs, make solid arguments, and express themselves formally. Teaching Method We use Chinese to discuss our readings. Students are also expected to write short essays based on the topics discussed in class. Evaluation Method Attendance and Participation, essays, oral presentations, quizzes or exams Class Materials (Required) Textbook “ Reading Into a New China” by Duanduan Li & Irene Liu, | ||||
| CHINESE 315-2 | Chinese IV - Accelerated: Advanced Reading and Writing | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
CHINESE 315-2 Chinese IV - Accelerated: Advanced Reading and WritingOverview of Class Chinese 315 is a quarter-long series of advanced modern Chinese courses composed by the following independent courses: Chinese 315-1: Formal Writing and Public Speaking; Chinese 315-2: Advanced Reading and Writing, Chinese 315-3: Media and Society. This advanced Chinese course focuses on academic writing and speaking skills by utilizing authentic materials, carefully selected from various sources and organized into diverse lesson contexts. Students will engage in diverse writing and public speaking forms, mastering grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions. By the end of the course, students will be able to craft persuasive Chinese texts and deliver engaging oral presentations. Registration Requirements Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
Teaching Method Evaluation Components Class Materials (Required)
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| CHINESE 315-3 | Chinese IV - Accelerated: Media & Society | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
CHINESE 315-3 Chinese IV - Accelerated: Media & SocietyOverview of Class Chinese 315 is a quarter-long series of advanced modern Chinese courses composed by the following independent courses: Chinese 315-1: Formal Writing and Public Speaking; Chinese 315-2: Advanced Reading and Writing, Chinese 315-3: Media and Society. This advanced Chinese course focuses on academic writing and speaking skills by utilizing authentic materials, carefully selected from various sources and organized into diverse lesson contexts. Students will engage in diverse writing and public speaking forms, mastering grammar, vocabulary, and language conventions. By the end of the course, students will be able to craft persuasive Chinese texts and deliver engaging oral presentations. Registration Requirements Learning Objectives By the end of the course, students will be able to
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CHINESE CULTURE | ||||
| ASIAN LC 200 | The Plum in The Golden Vase: A Journey Through Jing Ping Mei | MW 11am-12:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 200 The Plum in The Golden Vase: A Journey Through Jing Ping MeiOverview of class This course will focus on Jin Ping Mei, The Plum in the Golden Vase. Due to its length, this 16th century novel, which we will read in its English translation, will be the primary focus of the course, though we will include selections from other contemporary and related sources, when relevant to the overall understanding of the text under study. As we navigate this text, uncovering its richness and complexity, we will in turn address issues such as the place of the novel in traditional Chinese literature; authorship and authority; narrative strategies and plot development; magic and religion; material culture and fashion; class and discrimination; health and disease; femininity, masculinity, and their discontents; sexuality and gender dynamics. In addition to Jin Ping Mei, we will engage representative theoretical work in the field of pre-modern Chinese literary and sexual cultures as needed and feasible. Registration requirements The course is open to students interested in Chinese literature and culture, gender studies, and sexuality studies. No pre-requisites. Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
COLLEGE SEMINAR | ||||
| ASIAN LC 101-7 | The Japanese Role-Playing Game | MWF 10am-10:50am | ||
ASIAN LC 101-7 The Japanese Role-Playing GameOverview of Course Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
HINDI-URDU LANGUAGE | ||||
| HINDI URDU 111-1 | Hindi-Urdu I | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
HINDI URDU 111-1 Hindi-Urdu IOverview of class This course is a year-long, three-quarter sequence, and is meant for students with no background in Hindi-Urdu (also called Hindi and Urdu). At the beginning of the three-quarter sequence, students are not expected to be able to speak, understand, read, or write any Hindi-Urdu. In the first quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-1) the students are introduced to the Hindi (Devanagari) script and to aspects of Hindi-Urdu grammar. By the end of this quarter the students will be able to talk about their family, their routines, their likes and dislikes, and also describe actions in progress. In the second quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-2), students continue to learn new grammatical constructions, and by the end of the quarter they are able to talk about events in the past and the future. In the third quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-3), students learn to express possibilities, wants, abilities and capabilities. They also learn finer aspects of grammar. By the end of this quarter students achieve intermediate-low proficiency in Hindi-Urdu. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Class Materials (Recommended)
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| HINDI URDU 111-2 | Hindi-Urdu I | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
HINDI URDU 111-2 Hindi-Urdu IOverview of class This course is a year-long, three-quarter sequence, and is meant for students with no background in Hindi-Urdu (also called Hindi and Urdu). At the beginning of the three-quarter sequence, students are not expected to be able to speak, understand, read, or write any Hindi-Urdu. In the first quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-1) the students are introduced to the Hindi (Devanagari) script and to aspects of Hindi-Urdu grammar. By the end of this quarter the students will be able to talk about their family, their routines, their likes and dislikes, and also describe actions in progress. In the second quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-2), students continue to learn new grammatical constructions, and by the end of the quarter they are able to talk about events in the past and the future. In the third quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-3), students learn to express possibilities, wants, abilities and capabilities. They also learn finer aspects of grammar. By the end of this quarter students achieve intermediate-low proficiency in Hindi-Urdu. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Class Materials (Recommended)
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| HINDI URDU 111-3 | Hindi-Urdu I | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
HINDI URDU 111-3 Hindi-Urdu IOverview of class This course is a year-long, three-quarter sequence, and is meant for students with no background in Hindi-Urdu (also called Hindi and Urdu). At the beginning of the three-quarter sequence, students are not expected to be able to speak, understand, read, or write any Hindi-Urdu. In the first quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-1) the students are introduced to the Hindi (Devanagari) script and to aspects of Hindi-Urdu grammar. By the end of this quarter the students will be able to talk about their family, their routines, their likes and dislikes, and also describe actions in progress. In the second quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-2), students continue to learn new grammatical constructions, and by the end of the quarter they are able to talk about events in the past and the future. In the third quarter (Hindi-Urdu 111-3), students learn to express possibilities, wants, abilities and capabilities. They also learn finer aspects of grammar. By the end of this quarter students achieve intermediate-low proficiency in Hindi-Urdu. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Class Materials (Recommended)
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| HINDI URDU 116-0 | Accelerated Hindi-Urdu Literacy | MTTh 9am-9:50am | ||
HINDI URDU 116-0 Accelerated Hindi-Urdu LiteracyThis course is designed for students who speak Hindi or Urdu, two forms of a single language (Hindi-Urdu) that is written in two scripts. Students will learn how to read and write in Devanagari (Hindi) and Nastaliq (Urdu) scripts. Students who already know one script should contact the instructor. We will also review Hindi-Urdu grammar, focusing on areas that present difficulty for heritage speakers. At the end of the quarter, students will be evaluated for placement into higher-level Hindi-Urdu language and literature courses. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Class Materials (Suggested – these may change)
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| HINDI URDU 121-1 | Hindi-Urdu II | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
HINDI URDU 121-1 Hindi-Urdu IIOverview of class This is a year-long, three-quarter language sequence. Students start the year by working on reinforcing all the language skills attained the year before, and adding the Urdu (Nastaliq) script to their skill set. They continue developing speaking skills and listening comprehension, as well as expanding their grasp of Hindi-Urdu grammar and vocabulary. We do so by reading short stories, poems, and articles, watching and discussing movie clips, short films and videos, and making in-class presentations. During the year we touch on a variety of themes involving South Asian culture and society, travel, literary traditions, the natural world, etc. By the end of the three-quarter sequence, students attain intermediate-mid or higher language proficiency in Hindi-Urdu. Note: Please purchase all the required textbooks in the fall quarter, as this is the only quarter that they are ordered during the year. Class Materials (Required) Class Materials (Recommended) Intermediate Hindi Reader (1999) by U. Jain with K. Schomer. Publisher: Institute of East Asian Studies; ISBN-10: 087725351X ISBN-13: 978-0877253518 Intermediate Hindi (1996) by Y. Kachru and R. Pandharipande Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass. ISBN-10: 8120805585 ISBN-13: 978-8120805583 Oxford Urdu-English Dictionary* ISBN-13: 978-0195979947 Oxford English Urdu Dictionary ISBN-13: 978-0195793406 Oxford Hindi-English Dictionary* ISBN-13: 978-0198643395 Oxford English-Hindi Dictionary ISBN-13: 978-0195648195
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| HINDI URDU 121-2 | Hindi-Urdu II | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
HINDI URDU 121-2 Hindi-Urdu IIOverview of class This is a year-long, three-quarter language sequence. Students start the year by working on reinforcing all the language skills attained the year before, and adding the Urdu (Nastaliq) script to their skill set. They continue developing speaking skills and listening comprehension, as well as expanding their grasp of Hindi-Urdu grammar and vocabulary. We do so by reading short stories, poems, and articles, watching and discussing movie clips, short films and videos, and making in-class presentations. During the year we touch on a variety of themes involving South Asian culture and society, travel, literary traditions, the natural world, etc. By the end of the three-quarter sequence, students attain intermediate-mid or higher language proficiency in Hindi-Urdu. Note: Please purchase all the required textbooks in the fall quarter, as this is the only quarter that they are ordered during the year. Class Materials (Required) Class Materials (Recommended) Intermediate Hindi Reader (1999) by U. Jain with K. Schomer. Publisher: Institute of East Asian Studies; ISBN-10: 087725351X ISBN-13: 978-0877253518 Intermediate Hindi (1996) by Y. Kachru and R. Pandharipande Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass. ISBN-10: 8120805585 ISBN-13: 978-8120805583 Oxford Urdu-English Dictionary* ISBN-13: 978-0195979947 Oxford English Urdu Dictionary ISBN-13: 978-0195793406 Oxford Hindi-English Dictionary* ISBN-13: 978-0198643395 Oxford English-Hindi Dictionary ISBN-13: 978-0195648195
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| HINDI URDU 121-3 | Hindi-Urdu II | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
HINDI URDU 121-3 Hindi-Urdu IIOverview of class This is a year-long, three-quarter language sequence. Students start the year by working on reinforcing all the language skills attained the year before, and adding the Urdu (Nastaliq) script to their skill set. They continue developing speaking skills and listening comprehension, as well as expanding their grasp of Hindi-Urdu grammar and vocabulary. We do so by reading short stories, poems, and articles, watching and discussing movie clips, short films and videos, and making in-class presentations. During the year we touch on a variety of themes involving South Asian culture and society, travel, literary traditions, the natural world, etc. By the end of the three-quarter sequence, students attain intermediate-mid or higher language proficiency in Hindi-Urdu. Note: Please purchase all the required textbooks in the fall quarter, as this is the only quarter that they are ordered during the year. Class Materials (Required) Class Materials (Recommended) Intermediate Hindi Reader (1999) by U. Jain with K. Schomer. Publisher: Institute of East Asian Studies; ISBN-10: 087725351X ISBN-13: 978-0877253518 Intermediate Hindi (1996) by Y. Kachru and R. Pandharipande Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass. ISBN-10: 8120805585 ISBN-13: 978-8120805583 Oxford Urdu-English Dictionary* ISBN-13: 978-0195979947 Oxford English Urdu Dictionary ISBN-13: 978-0195793406 Oxford Hindi-English Dictionary* ISBN-13: 978-0198643395 Oxford English-Hindi Dictionary ISBN-13: 978-0195648195
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| HINDI URDU 125-2 | Accelerated Hindi-Urdu I | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
HINDI URDU 125-2 Accelerated Hindi-Urdu IThe accelerated Hindi-Urdu 125-2 course has been designed for students with existing proficiencies in speaking and listening skills in Hindi-Urdu (intermediate-low/mid), and more limited reading and writing abilities in the Hindi (Devanagari) script (novice-high/intermediate-low). This course condenses the three-quarter intermediate Hindi-Urdu 121 course into a single quarter, and focuses on the further development of students’ reading and writing skills in Hindi-Urdu, while enhancing their range of vocabulary from intermediate-low to intermediate-mid. We do so by exploring South Asian culture and doing task-based projects. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Class Materials (Required) Class Materials (Recommended) | ||||
| HINDI URDU 320* | Advanced Readings in Hindi-Urdu: Lyrical Poetry from Sufism to Film Songs | W 5pm-7:50pm | ||
HINDI URDU 320* Advanced Readings in Hindi-Urdu: Lyrical Poetry from Sufism to Film SongsOverview of class The ghazal is by far the most popular genre of poetry in Hindi-Urdu. Composed of short, independent verses that can be recited at just the right moment to woo a lover or verbally attack a rival, familiarity with this genre is an indispensable companion for understanding songs, movies, and even daily life in much of South Asia. In this course we will study the structure and stock characters of the "ghazal universe" to become familiar with names such as Laila and Majnun. We will study the verses of master poets and examine how the genre electrifies social and political spaces in India and Pakistan even today. And we will each memorize a few verses ourselves so that, on completion of this course, students will be equipped to woo a lover or attack a rival on the battlefield of lyricism.
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SOUTH ASIAN CULTURE | ||||
| ASIAN LC 260 | Masala: Food and South Asia | TTh 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 260 Masala: Food and South AsiaOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 260 | Urban Modernity in South Asia | TTh 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 260 Urban Modernity in South AsiaOverview of Course | ||||
| ASIAN LC 265 | Kings, Courtesans and Khan Artists | TTh 2pm-3:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 265 Kings, Courtesans and Khan ArtistsOverview of Course Course summary coming soon! | ||||
| ASIAN LC 370* | Talking the Talk: Language in South Asian History | TTh 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 370* Talking the Talk: Language in South Asian HistoryOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required)
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| JAPANESE 111-1 | Japanese I | MTThF 9am-9:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-1 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-1 | Japanese I | MTThF 10am-10:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-1 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-1 | Japanese I | MTThF 11am-11:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-1 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-2 | Japanese I | MTThF 9am-9:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-2 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-2 | Japanese I | MTThF 10am-10:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-2 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-2 | Japanese I | MTThF 11am-11:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-2 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-3 | Japanese I | MTThF 9am-9:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-3 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-3 | Japanese I | MTThF 10am-10:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-3 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 111-3 | Japanese I | MTThF 11am-11:50am | ||
JAPANESE 111-3 Japanese IOverview of class Japanese I (JAPANESE 111-1, 2, and 3) is a yearlong course that covers the first half of college-level elementary Japanese. In Japanese I, students will build a solid foundation for Japanese language learning while developing the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will also learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through in-class activities and written assignments. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are required. Registration Requirements Except for JAPANESE 111-1, students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end goal of Japanese I is to bring students’ overall Japanese proficiency to the Intermediate-Low level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines. Upon completing the course, students can greet, introduce themselves, describe their families and friends, describe their familiar places, and discuss their daily routines, experiences, and opinions. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese, and class hours are spent mainly on oral proficiency development. Written assignments are given for reading and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance; assignments; quizzes; oral, listening, and written examinations. Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2021). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-870-6. Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1 – Hiragana/Katakana, Kanji, Reading, Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-910-9. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA 1: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 – Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN: 978-4-87424-950-5 Class Materials (Suggested) Endo-Hudson, M. (1994). English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN: 0-934034-16-8; Makino, S. & Tsutsui M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 4-7890-0454-6; Kodansha. (2012). Kodansha's Essential Kanji Dictionary. Tokyo: Kodansha. ISBN: 978-1568363974. | ||||
| JAPANESE 121-1 | Japanese II | MTThF 12pm-12:50pm | ||
JAPANESE 121-1 Japanese IIOverview of class Japanese II (JAPANESE 121-1, 2 and 3), sequel to Japanese I (JAPANESE 111), is a yearlong course that covers the second half of college level elementary Japanese and prepares students for intermediate Japanese (JAPANESE 211). In this course, students will continue developing the four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through readings, videos, written assignments, and in-class activities. The emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary to describe not only their own experiences and daily lives, but also their community, general trend, and what is happening in society, while increasing vocabulary and sentence structures that they can use more precisely. Students will also practice summarizing a story that they heard, read, or watched. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are expected. With consistent oral and written feedback from the instructor, students will enhance their language and cultural awareness, leading to increased understanding, appreciation, and utilization of the target language, to become autonomous learners. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end proficiency goal of Japanese II is for the students to reach the Intermediate-Mid level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines, and A2 - B1.1 defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR), as closely as possible. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and passages with some fluency. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese. Class hours are spent mainly on development of oral interpersonal communication skills, and written assignments are given for reading, listening, and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance, assignments, quizzes, oral and written examinations, and essays Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-900-0. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1: Kanji | Reading | Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-960-4 Oka, M. et al. (expected in 2024). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 Class Materials (Suggested) English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN 978-0934034166; Makino, S. & Tsutsui, M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 978-4789004541. | ||||
| JAPANESE 121-1 | Japanese II | MTThF 1pm-1:50pm | ||
JAPANESE 121-1 Japanese IIOverview of class Japanese II (JAPANESE 121-1, 2 and 3), sequel to Japanese I (JAPANESE 111), is a yearlong course that covers the second half of college level elementary Japanese and prepares students for intermediate Japanese (JAPANESE 211). In this course, students will continue developing the four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through readings, videos, written assignments, and in-class activities. The emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary to describe not only their own experiences and daily lives, but also their community, general trend, and what is happening in society, while increasing vocabulary and sentence structures that they can use more precisely. Students will also practice summarizing a story that they heard, read, or watched. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are expected. With consistent oral and written feedback from the instructor, students will enhance their language and cultural awareness, leading to increased understanding, appreciation, and utilization of the target language, to become autonomous learners. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end proficiency goal of Japanese II is for the students to reach the Intermediate-Mid level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines, and A2 - B1.1 defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR), as closely as possible. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and passages with some fluency. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese. Class hours are spent mainly on development of oral interpersonal communication skills, and written assignments are given for reading, listening, and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance, assignments, quizzes, oral and written examinations, and essays Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-900-0. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1: Kanji | Reading | Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-960-4 Oka, M. et al. (expected in 2024). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 Class Materials (Suggested) English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN 978-0934034166; Makino, S. & Tsutsui, M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 978-4789004541. | ||||
| JAPANESE 121-2 | Japanese II | MTThF 12pm-12:50pm | ||
JAPANESE 121-2 Japanese IIOverview of class Japanese II (JAPANESE 121-1, 2 and 3), sequel to Japanese I (JAPANESE 111), is a yearlong course that covers the second half of college level elementary Japanese and prepares students for intermediate Japanese (JAPANESE 211). In this course, students will continue developing the four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through readings, videos, written assignments, and in-class activities. The emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary to describe not only their own experiences and daily lives, but also their community, general trend, and what is happening in society, while increasing vocabulary and sentence structures that they can use more precisely. Students will also practice summarizing a story that they heard, read, or watched. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are expected. With consistent oral and written feedback from the instructor, students will enhance their language and cultural awareness, leading to increased understanding, appreciation, and utilization of the target language, to become autonomous learners. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end proficiency goal of Japanese II is for the students to reach the Intermediate-Mid level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines, and A2 - B1.1 defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR), as closely as possible. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and passages with some fluency. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese. Class hours are spent mainly on development of oral interpersonal communication skills, and written assignments are given for reading, listening, and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance, assignments, quizzes, oral and written examinations, and essays Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-900-0. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1: Kanji | Reading | Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-960-4 Oka, M. et al. (expected in 2024). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 Class Materials (Suggested) English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN 978-0934034166; Makino, S. & Tsutsui, M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 978-4789004541. | ||||
| JAPANESE 121-2 | Japanese II | MTThF 1pm-1:50pm | ||
JAPANESE 121-2 Japanese IIOverview of class Japanese II (JAPANESE 121-1, 2 and 3), sequel to Japanese I (JAPANESE 111), is a yearlong course that covers the second half of college level elementary Japanese and prepares students for intermediate Japanese (JAPANESE 211). In this course, students will continue developing the four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through readings, videos, written assignments, and in-class activities. The emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary to describe not only their own experiences and daily lives, but also their community, general trend, and what is happening in society, while increasing vocabulary and sentence structures that they can use more precisely. Students will also practice summarizing a story that they heard, read, or watched. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are expected. With consistent oral and written feedback from the instructor, students will enhance their language and cultural awareness, leading to increased understanding, appreciation, and utilization of the target language, to become autonomous learners. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end proficiency goal of Japanese II is for the students to reach the Intermediate-Mid level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines, and A2 - B1.1 defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR), as closely as possible. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and passages with some fluency. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese. Class hours are spent mainly on development of oral interpersonal communication skills, and written assignments are given for reading, listening, and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance, assignments, quizzes, oral and written examinations, and essays Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-900-0. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1: Kanji | Reading | Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-960-4 Oka, M. et al. (expected in 2024). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 Class Materials (Suggested) English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN 978-0934034166; Makino, S. & Tsutsui, M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 978-4789004541. | ||||
| JAPANESE 121-3 | Japanese II | MTThF 12pm-12:50pm | ||
JAPANESE 121-3 Japanese IIOverview of class Japanese II (JAPANESE 121-1, 2 and 3), sequel to Japanese I (JAPANESE 111), is a yearlong course that covers the second half of college level elementary Japanese and prepares students for intermediate Japanese (JAPANESE 211). In this course, students will continue developing the four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through readings, videos, written assignments, and in-class activities. The emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary to describe not only their own experiences and daily lives, but also their community, general trend, and what is happening in society, while increasing vocabulary and sentence structures that they can use more precisely. Students will also practice summarizing a story that they heard, read, or watched. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are expected. With consistent oral and written feedback from the instructor, students will enhance their language and cultural awareness, leading to increased understanding, appreciation, and utilization of the target language, to become autonomous learners. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end proficiency goal of Japanese II is for the students to reach the Intermediate-Mid level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines, and A2 - B1.1 defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR), as closely as possible. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and passages with some fluency. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese. Class hours are spent mainly on development of oral interpersonal communication skills, and written assignments are given for reading, listening, and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance, assignments, quizzes, oral and written examinations, and essays Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-900-0. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1: Kanji | Reading | Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-960-4 Oka, M. et al. (expected in 2024). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 Class Materials (Suggested) English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN 978-0934034166; Makino, S. & Tsutsui, M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 978-4789004541. | ||||
| JAPANESE 121-3 | Japanese II | MTThF 1pm-1:50pm | ||
JAPANESE 121-3 Japanese IIOverview of class Japanese II (JAPANESE 121-1, 2 and 3), sequel to Japanese I (JAPANESE 111), is a yearlong course that covers the second half of college level elementary Japanese and prepares students for intermediate Japanese (JAPANESE 211). In this course, students will continue developing the four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and learn various aspects of Japanese culture and society through readings, videos, written assignments, and in-class activities. The emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary to describe not only their own experiences and daily lives, but also their community, general trend, and what is happening in society, while increasing vocabulary and sentence structures that they can use more precisely. Students will also practice summarizing a story that they heard, read, or watched. Careful and thorough review and preparation for each class session are expected. With consistent oral and written feedback from the instructor, students will enhance their language and cultural awareness, leading to increased understanding, appreciation, and utilization of the target language, to become autonomous learners. Registration Requirements Students must pass the preceding course with C- or above, or must be placed into the course by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives The year-end proficiency goal of Japanese II is for the students to reach the Intermediate-Mid level defined by the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines, and A2 - B1.1 defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR), as closely as possible. Upon the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to handle various types of more complex daily conversational situations and passages with some fluency. Teaching Method This course is conducted mostly in Japanese. Class hours are spent mainly on development of oral interpersonal communication skills, and written assignments are given for reading, listening, and writing proficiency development. Evaluation Method Class participation and performance, assignments, quizzes, oral and written examinations, and essays Class Materials (Required) Oka, M. et al. (2022). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-900-0. Oka, M. et al. (2023). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 1: Kanji | Reading | Writing. Tokyo: Kuroshio Publishers. ISBN 978-4-87424-960-4 Oka, M. et al. (expected in 2024). TOBIRA II: Beginning Japanese Workbook 2 Class Materials (Suggested) English Grammar for Students of Japanese. Ann Arbor: The Olivia and Hill Press. ISBN 978-0934034166; Makino, S. & Tsutsui, M. (1989). Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar. Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN 978-4789004541. | ||||
| JAPANESE 211-1 | Japanese III | MWF 2pm-3:15pm | ||
JAPANESE 211-1 Japanese IIIOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method JAPANESE 211-1 Yasui et al. (2019). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.1 (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789016957 JAPANESE 211-2 and 211-3 Yasui et al. (2020). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.2 (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789017459 Class Materials (Optional) Kano et al (2015). [新版] Basic Kanji Book Vol. 2. Tokyo: Bonjinsha. ISBN: 978-4-89358-883-8 JAPANESE 211-1 Yasui et al. (2019). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.1, Workbook (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789016964 JAPANESE 211-2 and 211-3 Yasui et al. (2020). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.2, Workbook (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789017466 | ||||
| JAPANESE 211-2 | Japanese III | MWF 2pm-3:15pm | ||
JAPANESE 211-2 Japanese IIIOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method JAPANESE 211-1 Yasui et al. (2019). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.1 (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789016957 JAPANESE 211-2 and 211-3 Yasui et al. (2020). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.2 (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789017459 Class Materials (Optional) Kano et al (2015). [新版] Basic Kanji Book Vol. 2. Tokyo: Bonjinsha. ISBN: 978-4-89358-883-8 JAPANESE 211-1 Yasui et al. (2019). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.1, Workbook (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789016964 JAPANESE 211-2 and 211-3 Yasui et al. (2020). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.2, Workbook (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789017466 | ||||
| JAPANESE 211-3 | Japanese III | MWF 2pm-3:15pm | ||
JAPANESE 211-3 Japanese IIIOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method JAPANESE 211-1 Yasui et al. (2019). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.1 (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789016957 JAPANESE 211-2 and 211-3 Yasui et al. (2020). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.2 (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789017459 Class Materials (Optional) Kano et al (2015). [新版] Basic Kanji Book Vol. 2. Tokyo: Bonjinsha. ISBN: 978-4-89358-883-8 JAPANESE 211-1 Yasui et al. (2019). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.1, Workbook (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789016964 JAPANESE 211-2 and 211-3 Yasui et al. (2020). QUARTET: Intermediate Japanese Across the Four Language Skills, Vol.2, Workbook (English Edition). Tokyo: The Japan Times. ISBN: 978-4789017466 | ||||
| JAPANESE 310-0* | Japanese IV: Yu Miri | TTh 2pm-3:20pm | ||
JAPANESE 310-0* Japanese IV: Yu MiriO Overview of class This is an advanced course in reading and translation of modern Japanese, focusing on the literature of Yu Miri. Known for her stark portrayals of memory and marginality, Yu Miri occupies a singular place in contemporary Japanese literature. A Zainichi Korean writer whose work spans fiction, memoir, theater, and radio, Yu challenges normative narratives of nation, family, and identity through formally inventive and emotionally resonant prose. In this course, students will engage directly with selected works by Yu to deepen their linguistic proficiency and develop a critical sensitivity to style, voice, and cultural context. Weekly sessions will emphasize close reading and translation practice, with attention to idiomatic nuance, affective tone, and the social-historical textures embedded in Yu’s language. In addition to literary texts, students will read critical essays on Yu’s work and related theoretical writings on diaspora, memory, trauma, and language politics. We will explore how her prose resists easy assimilation into national or literary categories, and what it means to translate a voice marked by in-betweenness. Primary readings are in Japanese with discussion and theoretical readings in English. Registration Requirements Students must have completed JAPANESE 211-3 with C- or above, or must be placed into the class by the departmental placement test. Learning Objectives:
Teaching Method Discussion, workshopping of translations, lecture Evaluation Method Attendance and participation, weekly writing assignments, midterm exam, final project Class Materials (Required) Jay Rubin, Making Sense of Japanese: What the Textbooks Don’t Tell You ISBN 978-1568364926 All other materials will be made available in PDF form. | ||||
| JAPANESE 312-1 | Japanese IV: Contemporary Japanese Literary Works for Reading and Discussion | MWF 9am-9:50am | ||
JAPANESE 312-1 Japanese IV: Contemporary Japanese Literary Works for Reading and DiscussionOverview of class In this course, students will enhance their language skills by exploring literary materials in Japanese and discussing them. While literature courses in Japanese studies emphasize historical contexts and specific analytical frameworks for the texts, this course focuses on students’ own engagement with and language analysis of written works. The course materials include poems, essays, manga, short stories, and novels. Supplementary movies may be provided depending on their availability. Registration Requirements: Learning Objectives Teaching Method: Evaluation Method: Class Materials (Required):
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| ASIAN LC 220 | The Supernatural in Japan | MW 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 220 The Supernatural in JapanOverview of class Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 224 | Japanese Cinema II | TTh 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 224 Japanese Cinema IIOverview of course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 290 | Japanese Martial Arts, Culture and Spirituality | TTh 9:30am-10:50am | ||
ASIAN LC 290 Japanese Martial Arts, Culture and SpiritualityOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Class Materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 322* | Video Games in/as Japanese Culture | TTh 9:30am-10:50am | ||
ASIAN LC 322* Video Games in/as Japanese CultureOverview of class Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 322* | Manga: Its History and Forms | TTh 2pm-3:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 322* Manga: Its History and FormsOverview of Course Coming soon! Learning Objectives
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| ASIAN LC 395* | Japanese Horror | TTh 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 395* Japanese HorrorOverview of Course course information coming soon! Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class materials (required)
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| ASIAN LC 492* | Fascist Aesthetics | W 1pm-3:50pm | ||
ASIAN LC 492* Fascist AestheticsOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Course Materials (required) | ||||
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| KOREAN 111-1 | Korean I | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-1 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 111-1 | Korean I | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-1 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 111-1 | Korean I | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-1 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 111-2 | Korean I | MTWTh 9am-9:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-2 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 111-2 | Korean I | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-2 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 111-2 | Korean I | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-2 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 111-3 | Korean I | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-3 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 111-3 | Korean I | MTWTh 11am-11:50am | ||
KOREAN 111-3 Korean IThis is a year-long first-year course designed for beginning learners without previous knowledge in Korean language. The course aims to build students' all-around communicative ability in speaking, reading, listening and writing with a great emphasis on developing the conversational skill. Students will learn basic aspects of Korean culture throughout the course. Registration Requirements Teaching Method Workbook (3rd edition): Beginning 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 121-1 | Korean II | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
KOREAN 121-1 Korean IIThis is a year-long second-year Korean course for continuing students who finished Korean I or who have the equivalent proficiency. The course aims to further develop students' four skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing to the next level and to bring up the competency of Communication and Cultural understanding. Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Integrated Korean (3rd edition): Intermediate 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 121-2 | Korean II | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
KOREAN 121-2 Korean IIThis is a year-long second-year Korean course for continuing students who finished Korean I or who have the equivalent proficiency. The course aims to further develop students' four skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing to the next level and to bring up the competency of Communication and Cultural understanding. Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Integrated Korean (3rd edition): Intermediate 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 121-3 | Korean II | MTWTh 12pm-12:50pm | ||
KOREAN 121-3 Korean IIThis is a year-long second-year Korean course for continuing students who finished Korean I or who have the equivalent proficiency. The course aims to further develop students' four skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing to the next level and to bring up the competency of Communication and Cultural understanding. Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Integrated Korean (3rd edition): Intermediate 1 & 2 (University of Hawaii Press)
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| KOREAN 125-1 | Korean II - Accelerated | MTWTh 2pm-2:50pm | ||
KOREAN 125-1 Korean II - AcceleratedOverview of class Registration Requirements Teaching Method
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| KOREAN 125-2 | Korean II - Accelerated | MTWTh 2pm-2:50pm | ||
KOREAN 125-2 Korean II - AcceleratedOverview of class Registration Requirements Teaching Method
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| KOREAN 125-3 | Korean II - Accelerated | MTWTh 10am-10:50am | ||
KOREAN 125-3 Korean II - AcceleratedOverview of class Registration Requirements Teaching Method
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| KOREAN 211-1 | Korean III | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
KOREAN 211-1 Korean IIIOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Class Materials (Required) Sogang Korean 4A & 4B Workbook (2015) Sogang University
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| KOREAN 211-2 | Korean III | MTWTh 1pm-1:30pm | ||
KOREAN 211-2 Korean IIIOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Class Materials (Required) Sogang Korean 4A & 4B Workbook (2015) Sogang University
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| KOREAN 211-3 | Korean III | MTWTh 1pm-1:50pm | ||
KOREAN 211-3 Korean IIIOverview of class Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Class Materials (Required) Sogang Korean 4A & 4B Workbook (2015) Sogang University
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| KOREAN 311-1 | Korean IV: Readings in Korean Literature | TTh 12:30pm-1:50pm | ||
KOREAN 311-1 Korean IV: Readings in Korean LiteratureThis advanced Korean language course is designed to challenge students to further develop their language proficiency and to better understand Korean culture and society through Korean literary sources in the text. Students will work with various genres of Korean literature such as short stories, excerpts from novels, essays, poetry, and will practice extensive writings. Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method | ||||
| KOREAN 311-2 | Korean IV: Korean through Movies | TTh 3:30pm-4:50pm | ||
KOREAN 311-2 Korean IV: Korean through MoviesThis advanced Korean language course is designed to challenge students to further develop Korean proficiency by utilizing the medium of movies. Through a selection of carefully curated Korean films, students will not only enhance their language proficiency in both spoken and written discourse but also gain insights into Korean culture and society. Registration Requirements Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method | ||||
KOREAN CULTURE | ||||
| ASIAN LC 240 | The End of a World: South Korean Fictions, Films. | MW 11am-12:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 240 The End of a World: South Korean Fictions, Films.Overview of class Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class materials (required) | ||||
| ASIAN LC 340* | Transpacific Art | MW 2pm-3:20pm | ||
ASIAN LC 340* Transpacific ArtOverview of Course Learning Objectives Teaching Method Evaluation Method Class Materials (required) | ||||