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NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 10
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

The purpose of this module is to improve students’ proficiency in Japanese. In this module, students will develop their skills and knowledge in the Japanese language and society. Students will increase their vocabulary, strengthen their grammatical knowledge, and learn to respond to both predictable and unpredictable situations that may arise in Japan. Students will participate in the following learning activities: (i) going through a range of audio and written materials, (ii) being introduced to more advanced vocabulary and complicated grammar points, and (iii) completing in-class tasks using a proper register. Students are expected to attend and contribute to seminars, build their portfolios, and perform guided independent studies.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the main points of audio materials such as radio, news, discussions
2. Deliver a coherent and straightforward argument/speech using a proper register
3. Extract information from various authentic written sources such as simple news articles, letters, brochures
4. Produce relatively concise written pieces such as blog entries and letters using a proper register to convey general information or their feelings
5. Demonstrate learner autonomy by making clear self-study plans and critically analyse their progress in learning Japanese



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Total Workload: 0

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

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Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
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