JFOU Summer 2027 Japanese Language C(Advanced).xlsx

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2	Syllabus format 2026
3	Semester	2027Summer
4	Course	Japanese Language C (Advanced)
5	Course Code	268945
6	Campus Location
7	Instructor
8	Instructed only by foreign languages	Yes(fill in Insruction Language）
9	Instruction Language		English		English
10			Japanese		Japanese
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13	Active Learning included
14	Active Learning Type		Discussion, Debates			Group work	Presentation
15			Flipped Classroom		Practicum/Fieldwork		Experience
16			Investigation		Mock classes	PBL	Others
17	Course Description	This intensive two week Advanced Japanese Language Course is designed for international students who already have strong proficiency in Japanese and wish to refine their skills for more complex communication. The course emphasizes modern spoken Japanese through advanced aural-oral drills, interactive exercises, and the mastery of nuanced grammatical structures. Special focus is given to developing the ability to shift smoothly between different speech styles—casual, formal, polite, and honorific—depending on the context and relationship between speakers. While the main emphasis is on spoken fluency, students will also continue to expand their competence in Japanese writing systems, including kanji, to meet practical and academic needs. The course integrates exposure to authentic written materials such as blog posts, online reviews, recipes, and news updates to strengthen reading and writing abilities. Cultural immersion and real-world application form an essential part of this course. Students will analyze authentic Japanese media, explore cultural norms of communication, and apply their language skills in both classroom activities and field-based experiences. This course comprises of at least 2,800 minutes (46 hours and 40 minutes) of course contact time and at least 5,600 minutes (93 hours and 20 minutes) of independent study, for a total student workload of at least 8,400 minutes (140 hours).
18	Course Objectives	By the end of the session, students will be able to: - Engage in Advanced Communication – Successfully perform advanced-level communicative acts in diverse real-life situations, such as debating, narrating, persuading, and expressing nuanced opinions. - Master Social Registers – Demonstrate full understanding of Japanese cultural norms by appropriately using various registers of speech (casual, polite, honorific, and humble) in formal and informal interactions. - Advance Reading and Writing Skills – Read and produce coherent texts in Japanese using hiragana, katakana, and a broad range of kanji, including essays, online reviews, and opinion pieces. - Analyze and Express Cultural Perspectives – Understand and articulate cultural references in media, literature, and everyday communication while reflecting critically on cultural differences. - Apply Strategies for Real-World Communication – Use advanced strategies for navigating authentic Japanese environments, from online platforms to face-to-face interactions.
19	Course Schedule
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21	1	13-Jul		Orientation and Self-Expression - Course guidance and expectations - B1 Topic 1: Meeting people for the first time - Delivering coherent self-introductions when joining a new community - Reading and writing social media-style profiles - Discussing strategies for initiating conversations with strangers
22	2	14-Jul		Food and Culinary Culture - B1 Topic 2: Food I recommend - Talking about online restaurant reviews and recommendations - Reading and writing recipes and ingredient lists for a dish - Discussing the unique characteristics of a local dish and how to describe it in detail
23	3	15-Jul		Music and Personal Interests - B1 Topic 3: My favorite music - Describing genres of music and their characteristics, appeals, and cultural context - Reading and writing blog posts about impressions of a concert or performance - Explaining reasons for liking specific music, musicians, or performances
24	4	16-Jul		Travel and Hospitality - B1 Topic 4: Let’s go to a hot spring! - Listening to and understanding travel TV reports about hot springs and traditional Japanese inns - Discussing strategies for communicating personal requests and preferences to hotels or inns - Reading and writing online reviews of accommodation experiences
25	5	19-Jul		Keeping Up with Current Life and News - B1 Topic 5: How have you been lately? - Discussing strategies for predicting meaning and following extended conversations - Talking about recent news with details and personal insights - Reading and writing social media posts to share updates and stay connected
26	6	20-Jul		Reading and Discussing Manga - B1 Topic 6: Let’s read manga - Listening to and discussing favorite manga, characters, and themes - Identifying and analyzing unique linguistic expressions in manga - Talking with detail about a storyline, including plot and character development
27	7	21-Jul		Test Preparation and Cultural Experience - Guidance for the final test - Structured review of grammar, vocabulary, and key expressions from Topics 1–6 - Field trip activity to observe and apply Japanese in real-life contexts
28	8	22-Jul		Final Assessment and Presentation Preparation - Final Exam: listening, grammar, writing, reading, and vocabulary from Topics 1–6 - Guidance for final presentations - Individual and group preparation for presentations
29	9	23-Jul		Presentations, Feedback, and Wrap-Up - Feedback and reflection on the final exam - Student presentations applying advanced-level Japanese in a structured context - Peer and instructor feedback on presentations - Course summary and remarks
30	Supplementary Activities
31		Date		Details
32	1	13-Jul		Advanced self-introduction and social-profile writing activity focused on entering a new community and initiating conversations.
33	2	14-Jul		Japanese restaurant-review and recipe-writing exercise using detailed food, ingredients, and culinary vocabulary.
34	3	15-Jul		Music blog activity describing a favorite genre, performer, or concert and explaining its cultural appeal.
35	4	16-Jul		Japanese accommodation-review and hospitality role-play involving requests, preferences, and communication with hotel or ryokan staff.
36	5	19-Jul		Current-events summary and social-media update using strategies for following and contributing to extended conversations.
37	6	20-Jul		Manga language analysis examining character speech, distinctive expressions, plot development, and cultural themes.
38	7	21-Jul		Real-world Japanese observation journal recording vocabulary, expressions, and communication patterns encountered during fieldwork.
39	8	22-Jul		Presentation rehearsal and peer-review activity focused on organization, advanced vocabulary, grammar, and delivery.
40	9	23-Jul		Final self-assessment reflecting on examination results, presentation performance, and overall Japanese-language development
41	Feedback Method	TRUE	Critique and Commentary in class
42		TRUE	Correct and return tests and reports
43		TRUE	Others(Details=>)
44	Textbook	Marugoto Intermediate (B1)
45	Supplementary Reading
46	Grading	Grading Scale: 100–90% = A (Excellent) 89–80% = B (Good) 79–70% = C (Satisfactory) 69–60% = D (Passing but Needs Improvement) 59% and below = F (Failing) Grade Breakdown: Participation – 30% Active involvement in classroom drills, discussions, and activities. Punctuality and consistent preparedness. Attendance policy applies: 5 minutes late = marked late (0.5 deduction) 30 minutes late or more = counted as absent (0) Speaking Tests – 40% Short oral assessments to evaluate fluency, accuracy, and communicative ability. Conducted periodically throughout the course. Final Exam – 20% Comprehensive test covering writing, reading, and listening skills. Designed to measure both accuracy and comprehension. Final Presentation – 10% Short individual or group presentation, demonstrating practical use of learned vocabulary, grammar, and cultural expressions. Daily homework will focus on study and fieldwork for development of the final presentation/project/test.
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48	Attendance Requirements	- Due to the intensive 9-day structure, attendance is mandatory. Each class represents a significant portion of instruction, and missing even one session may impact overall progress. - Punctuality is required. Arriving late disrupts the learning environment and diminishes student progress. - Arrivals 5 minutes or more after class begins will be marked as late (0.5 deduction). - Arrivals 30 minutes or more after class begins will be considered an absence (0). - Absences must be communicated to the instructor in advance whenever possible. Excused absences may be granted only in cases of illness or emergency, at the discretion of the instructor. - Impact on Grades – Excessive lateness or absences will significantly lower the participation grade, which constitutes 30% of the final grade. More than two absences may place a student at risk of failing the course.
49	Method of Instruction	- This course uses a communicative and interactive teaching approach that prioritizes active student participation and practical language use. - Instruction will combine multiple methods to provide a balanced introduction to Japanese: - Aural-Oral Practice – Repetition drills, pronunciation exercises, and guided dialogues to build listening and speaking skills. - Structured Grammar and Vocabulary Instruction – Introduction and practice of essential structures through examples, exercises, and contextual use. - Writing System Training – Daily practice in hiragana, katakana, and selected kanji to support reading and writing competency. - Pair and Group Activities – Role-plays, games, and small-group exercises that encourage interaction and build confidence. - Cultural Integration – Inclusion of Japanese customs, social norms, and everyday life topics to contextualize language use.
50	Student Conduct	Students are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and responsible manner that contributes to a positive learning environment. This includes: - Respect for Others – Listening attentively, not interrupting, and valuing diverse cultural perspectives in discussions. - Classroom Etiquette – Refraining from disruptive behaviors such as side conversations, excessive phone use, or distracting activities. - Preparedness and Participation – Bringing necessary materials, completing assignments, and actively engaging in class activities. - Professionalism – Arriving on time, observing deadlines, and demonstrating commitment to the short yet intensive format of the course. Failure to adhere to expected standards of conduct may affect participation grades and, in serious cases, may lead to disciplinary measures in accordance with university policies.mended apps, websites, and online resources to reinforce classroom learning and encourage independent study. The goal is for students not only to study the language but also to use it actively in meaningful contexts, both inside and outside the classroom.
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