Fall 2020 - JAPN 100 D100

Introduction to Japanese I (3)

Class Number: 6266

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 8, 2020: Mon, Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A comprehensive introduction to the Japanese language providing basic oral and written communication skills through an emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, and culture. The three Japanese writing systems will also be introduced (Hiragana and Katakana for production; some Kanji for recognition only). Students with previous knowledge of Japanese should not enrol in this course without consulting a Japanese instructor.

COURSE DETAILS:

COURSE CONTENT The goal of this course is to comprehend basic grammar points and vocabulary to establish basic speaking, writing, reading and listening abilities. Learning vocabulary and  grammar in specific cultural contexts is particularly emphasized. The course covers the first 6 lessons in the textbook GENKI volume I.  In the first few lessons, students are required to learn both Hiragana and Katakana. Kanji will be introduced from Lesson 3.  

PLEASE NOTE: 

  1. Tutorials start in week one and all students are required to attend the first tutorial.
  2. The tutorials will be offered mostly in synchronous (live) sessions that require students’ attendance during the set scheduled class days and times. Some parts (40 minutes per week) will be asynchronous, where students watch lecture videos and complete assignments.
  3. There will be no final exam during the final exam period.

STUDENT SUITABLITY FOR THIS COURSE

Those with any prior knowledge in Japanese language beyond the level of the course may not register. Particularly, the following students will not be permitted to take Japanese 100:   
  1. Those who have taken a Japanese language course(s) in their Secondary schools within the past one year from the point of registration.
  2. Those who earned 80% or higher average grades in Japanese language course(s) in their Secondary schools within the past two years from the point of registration. Students with any prior knowledge Japanese must contact the course chair <cfurukaw@sfu.ca> to receive advice on their enrollment before registering in the course.The failure to report previous knowledge of Japanese may result in a withdrawal from  the course.

Grading

  • Quizzes 10%
  • Written exam 1 & 2 (2 x 15%) 30%
  • Correction of Written exam I and the self-feedback sheet 5%
  • Oral exam 1 & 2 (2 x 5%) 10%
  • Workbook (At the end of each lesson) 10%
  • Reading & Writing assignment (At the end of each lesson) 15%
  • Dialogue assignment (At the end of each lesson) 10%
  • Attendance and in-class performance 10%

NOTES:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English. Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community. 

Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Banno, E., Y. Ohno, Y. Sakane, and C. Shinagawa, eds. Genki: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese I Textbook [3rd Edition]. The Japan Times, 2020. 
ISBN: ISBN-10: 4789017303

Banno, E., Y. Ohno, Y. Sakane, and C. Shinagawa, eds. GENKI Volume I, Workbook: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese [3rd Edition]. The Japan Times, 2020. 
ISBN: ISBN-10: 4789017311

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2020

Teaching at SFU in fall 2020 will be conducted primarily through remote methods. There will be in-person course components in a few exceptional cases where this is fundamental to the educational goals of the course. Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).