JAPN& 121 - Japanese I

5.0 Credits
Pronunciation, grammar, elementary reading, writing, and conversation. Includes hiragana, katakana and 25 basic kanji Japanese reading and writing (was JAPAN 101). Concurrent enrollment in JAPN 100 is required.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language. [COMMUNICATE]
Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language. [COMMUNICATE]
Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking. [REASON]
Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language. [COMMUNICATE]
Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture. [ACT]
Compare and contrast to your own culture. [EXPLORE]

*Students enrolled in Japanese 121 will complete the above objectives at an introductory level.