Japanese

Courses

At present Carthage has an exchange agreement with Gakugei University in Tokyo permitting one or two Carthage students to spend an academic year studying in Japan. For more information, talk to the department chair.

101
Elementary Japanese I
4 credits
Instructor: Staff

This course teaches listening and speaking skills in Japanese through active participation by the students in communicative situations.

102
Elementary Japanese II
4 credits
Instructor: Staff

This course teaches listening and speaking skills in Japanese through active participation by the students in communicative situations. Some reading and writing is introduced.

Prerequisite: Japanese 101
201
Intermediate Japanese I
4 credits
Instructor: Staff

Continuation of Elementary Japanese II.

Prerequisite: Japanese 102
202
Intermediate Japanese II
4 credits
Instructor: Staff

Continuation of Intermediate Japanese I. By the end of the course, the students are able to comprehend and communicate orally in a culturally acceptable manner, using basic language structures and common vocabulary related to everyday and communication needs.

Prerequisite: Japanese 201
303
Japanese Conversation
1 credit
Instructor: Japanese Target Language Experts

An opportunity for extended use of the target language to improve oral fluency and proficiency. A wide range of communicative opportunities will encourage active exploration of the target culture. The course can be repeated for up to a total of 4 credits. S or U.

Prerequisite: Japanese 202