This lower advanced Japanese refresher program aims to develop and maintain an advanced competence in modern Japanese and a working knowledge of the issues currently confronting Japanese society. Students will step beyond the control of an intermediate language-learning environment built around a textbook to a more natural engagement with authentic materials aimed at native speakers. Course materials are taken from a variety of up-to-date authentic media, including podcasts (radio, TV and film), websites and print media.

The course also aims to improve students’ knowledge of issues confronting contemporary Japan. The internet and other media sources will be used to encourage students to better access up-to-date information about Japan and Japanese society. Class activities will include activities focused on helping students develop ways of incorporating this information about Japan into their own professional activities.

<!--[if !supportLists]-->-          <!--[endif]-->Build further advanced language skills in listening, reading, analysis, interpretation and debate in Japanese and an understanding of the issues under discussion

<!--[if !supportLists]-->-          Hone the skills needed to understand authentic Japanese material related to the course subject areas

<!--[if !supportLists]-->-          Continue to develop the skills needed to use relevant vocabulary to discuss the course topic areas 

<!--[if !supportLists]-->-         Further develop the confidence and expertise to engage in Japanese at an advanced level

<!--[if !supportLists]-->-          Consolidate information gathering, presentation and analytic skills.

<!--[if !supportLists]-->-          <!--[endif]-->Consolidate reading skills and gain familiarity with up to 1500 kanji.

Workbook Pre-Class Preparation Tasks (20%), Homework (20%), Project (25%), Take-home Final Exam (30%), Attendance & Participation (5%)

1.5 hours class room teaching per week and 1.5 of non contact hours.

Japanese Refresher E or permission by the course convener

An lower-advanced level of Japanese is assumed.

Copies of course materials will be available through the ANU Wattle course site.

No Specific Requirement