ML9134: Japanese Intermediate A2 Part 4
School | Languages for All |
Department Code | MLANG |
Module Code | ML9134 |
External Subject Code | 101169 |
Number of Credits | 10 |
Level | L4 |
Language of Delivery | English |
Module Leader | MRS Theresa Federici |
Semester | Autumn Semester |
Academic Year | 2019/0 |
Outline Description of Module
This is a module designed for students who completed Japanese Intermediate A2 Part 3 or who have studied Japanese up to GCSE (and who achieved a grade A* or A). This module aims to provide you with the necessary linguistic tools to be able to confidently cope with everyday situations, make and respond to invitations, apologies, etc., and understand a simple and direct exchange of limited information on familiar and routine matters.
This module is the fourth part of the preparation for CEFR A2.
On completion of the module a student should be able to
- Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to meeting and interacting with people in social settings in Japanese.
- Communicate information regarding routines and activities in formal and informal settings.
- Describe in simple terms actions that have taken place in the past.
How the module will be delivered
All courses on the Languages for All programme are delivered on a hybrid mode, mixing face-to-face and virtual teaching. You will be expected to actively participate in role-plays, interactive activities and group discussions. Course material is accessible on the University’s Virtual Learning Environment, Learning Central, and should be cross-platform compatible.
18 contact hours – 2 hours per week of interactive language workshops
How the module will be assessed
Written class test (30%) and course work (30%).
Oral and aural continuous assessment (40%).
Assessment Breakdown
Type | % | Title | Duration(hrs) |
---|---|---|---|
Written Assessment | 15 | Coursework 1 | N/A |
Written Assessment | 15 | Coursework 2 | N/A |
Oral/Aural Assessment | 20 | Listening Assessment | N/A |
Oral/Aural Assessment | 20 | Speaking Assessment | N/A |
Class Test | 30 | Class Test | N/A |
Syllabus content
New Friends – talking about yourself and others; describing people
Eating Out – reading menus, asking for recommendations, asking for advice
Okinawa Trip – talking about sightseeing
Essential Reading and Resource List
Compulsory course books:
Elementary 2 (A2) Katsudoo: Coursebook for communicative language activities
ISBN: 978-4-384-05756-0 C0081
Elementary 2 (A2) Rikai: Coursebook for communicative language competences
ISBN: 978-4-384-05757-7 C0081
Background Reading and Resource List
International Qualification
This course is preparation for the JLPT Levels N5/N4