Beginning Japanese I
A course in first semester Japanese language.
A course in first semester Japanese language.
A course in third seemster Japanese language.
A course in third seemster Japanese language.
Study of Japanese films as an expression of Japanese culture. Viewing of films outside of class required.
This course is primarily a course in contemporary Japanese culture, but serves as a third year language course. The "texts" will consist of contemporary written materials (books, magazines, newspapers) and visual materials (tv programs, movies) and will exercise the four skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) studied in the first four semesters of the language.
This course, taught in English, is designed as a general introduction to the culture of pre-modern Japan (up to the Meiji Restoration of 1868). Topics include: Shinto, Buddhism, and Confucianism in ancient Japan; feminine sensibilities in ancient literature; canons of medieval art; the culture of military strife; Christianity in pre-modern Japan; and encounters with the West.
Independent work to pursue special problems in reading and research. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Independent work to pursue special problems in reading and research. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Instruction in a variety of motor skills activities. Courses are designed for students at a beginner level. Up to six hours credit may be earned in service courses; however, the same activity may not be repeated for credit.
Instruction in a variety of motor skills activities. Courses are designed for students at a beginner level. Up to six hours credit may be earned in service courses; however, the same activity may not be repeated for credit.