Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
This unit provides an introduction to contemporary spoken and written Japanese. The main objective of the unit is for students to develop the basics of everyday communication and communication skills in Japanese by the end of the semester. The unit makes use of all four basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students are able to satisfy some basic aural and oral communication needs using the most common polite register, in specific situations such as introduction of self and others, and describing locations and things; initiate and sustain simple conversations in brief sentences spoken slowly; understand simple texts; and write simple original sentences. Learning takes place with reference to everyday student life in Japan and Australia. Successful completion of this unit brings students to the International Second Language Proficiency Ratings (ISLPR) Level 1-.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 1 core unit in the JPNSB Japanese Studies major sequence
- Level 1 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) sufficiently understand the Japanese language for basic communication with native speakers about areas of everyday life; (2) read and write hiragana and katakana syllabaries with fluency; (3) read and write approximately 15 kanji without reference to a dictionary; (4) produce simple written communication; and (5) recognise Japanese cultural practices that are important for communication. Additionally students refine generic skills such as understanding self and others, understanding of language in general, and learning to express their ideas and performing assigned tasks in Japanese language. These contribute to enhancing students' 'interpersonal skills' and 'communication skills' in Japanese and English.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) listening/oral assessment; (2) tests; and (3) examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Laura Dales
- Unit rules
- Incompatibility
- ATAR Japanese Year 11 or higher.
JAPN1101 Japanese Beginners I
- Contact hours
- 4 hours per week
- Note
- This unit is designed for students who have no previous knowledge or only a slight knowledge of Japanese. Students with some knowledge of the language should consult the unit coordinator regarding the appropriate unit for enrolment.
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.