Foreign Languages (JAPN1-CE)

Gain a solid foundation in the Japanese language by embarking on this immersive conversation and culture-based course. This course is ideal for students seeking fast-paced introductory instruction in Japanese, with an emphasis on the conversational application of language skills. This beginner-level course is part of a three-tiered learning program designed to deliver effective language acquisition in a shorter period of time.

From &ldquo;Here&rsquo;s looking at you, kid&rdquo; (<em>Casablanca</em>) to &ldquo;You talkin&rsquo; to me?&rdquo; (<em>Taxi Driver</em>), great dialogue makes for memorable movie moments. Whether it&rsquo;s two hit men arguing over the definition of a cheeseburger in <em>Pulp Fiction</em> or a man and women debating whether it&rsquo;s possible to just be friends in <em>When Harry Met Sally, </em>witty dialogue has the power to make characters come alive and turn a film into a classic. In this workshop, develop strategies for writing great dialogue. Study classic films and discuss what makes dialogue authentic then write and workshop original scenes of your own, focusing on crafting your own classic lines.

If you have completed at least <em><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/JAPN1-CE9252-japanese-ii.html" target="_blank">Japanese II</a>,</em> or the equivalent, then this conversation course will help you to build on that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in Japanese and targeted to individual learners&rsquo; skill levels, this course focuses on conversational Japanese, helping you to activate the knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate in Japanese accurately and effectively. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely on interaction and participation, you&rsquo;ll increase your fluency in the Japanese language and your knowledge of Japanese culture. In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to engage in conversations and discussions and to communicate with greater ease in Japanese. Content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. <em>Registering <strong>at least two weeks</strong> prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

If you have an intermediate level of Japanese-language ability, then refresh, refine, and further develop your knowledge of the language and strengthen your ability to appreciate nuances of Japanese culture, as expressed in the pop culture phenomena of anime and manga. The course book, <I>Doraemon no Dokodemo Nihongo</I>, serves as the spine of the course, and is fleshed out with examples of anime and manga that participants bring to class. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are developed in this course.

Whether for insights into <i>manga</i> and <i>anime</i> or into the unique history and culture of the island nation, take this beginner course to acquire basic communications skills in Japanese, such as introducing yourself, exchanging business cards, asking for directions, and talking about daily activities. Master basic one-verb, one-adjective sentence structures while focusing on correct pronunciation. Reading and writing focus on introducing all 46 characters of the Hiragana alphabet. Classes are conducted in Japanese to the extent possible. <i>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</i>

Build on what you learned in <i><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/japn1-ce9251" target="_blank">Japanese I</a>,</i> or its equivalent, in a communicative learning environment. Deepen your understanding of the Japanese culture while expanding your knowledge of the language. The te-form of verbs is introduced to expand the range of your conversational skills, along with other grammatical structures which will allow you to initiate conversations, make suggestions and requests, and control the direction of conversations. Reading and writing focus on reviewing all 46 characters of the Hiragana alphabet and introducing all 46 characters of the Katakana alphabet. Classes are conducted in Japanese to the extent possible. <em>Registering <strong>at least two weeks</strong> prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

In this course, build upon what you learned in <a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/japn1-ce9252" target="_blank"><i>Japanese II</i></a> or in equivalent course work. Acquire more presentational skills. The plain-form of Japanese verbs is introduced, as well as comparative degrees of adjectives. With these two grammatical structures, be able to form complex sentences, to report on recent events, and to express opinions. Reading and writing include about 100 Kanji characters.

Build upon <em>Japanese III</em>, master the verb-potential and volitional forms. Practice conversations with various modalities as you begin to explain and express nuances and details. Learn to read and write about 120 Kanji characters.

If you have completed <em>Japanese IV</em> or the equivalent, this course will help you to consolidate your understanding of the syntactical structure that you have already learned, with an emphasis on talking about topics relevant to daily Japanese life. This course is divided into two units. The first unit deals with verbal skills necessary for planning and carrying out activities in cooperation with others, including expressing probability and indicating desire. The second unit focuses on forming conditional clauses. Topics covered include preparing for earthquakes or other disasters, discussing dreams for the future, solving problems, helping someone who is lost, giving instructions, and explaining steps for doing something. On completion of this course, you will have mastered reading and writing for all 160 kanji characters that are introduced in <em>Japanese for Busy People II.</em>

Acquire basic communication skills so you are able to introduce yourself, exchange business cards, ask for directions, and discuss leisure activities. Master basic one-verb, one-adjective sentence structures. Reading and writing focus on all 46 characters of the Hiragana alphabet. The intensive format of this course allows for enhanced practice and conversation.

<p> This course builds upon <i>Japanese I</i>. The te-form verb is introduced to expand the range of your conversational skills. Learn to initiate conversations, make suggestions, and express requests, commands, and desires. Reading and writing focus on all 46 characters of the Katakana alphabet.</p>

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<meta charset="utf-8" />This course focuses on Japanese for the professional, and provides the fundamentals for clear and effective communication in Japanese. Taught in Japanese to the extent possible, this course is targeted to individual learners&rsquo; skill levels and interests. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely on interaction and participation, you&rsquo;ll build your vocabulary and fluency in the Japanese language and your knowledge of Japanese culture. With this dynamic and interactive instruction, gain the language skills to engage in simple professional conversations, discussions, and communications in Japanese. This course is best suited for beginners. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.

<p style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; "><span><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">This course is for students who have completed <i>Japanese V&nbsp;</i>or a comparable course elsewhere.&nbsp;</font></font></span><span><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">Students are expected to read and write about 400 Kanji characters and know all the verb conjugations. </font></font></span><span><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">Through oral exercises and dramatizations, students acquire </font></font></span><span><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">proper conversational skills and enhance their speech levels. Become familiar with the</font></font></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; ">&nbsp;subtle politeness system and work on your ability to handle conversations in different real-life situations.</span></p><br><br><p style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; "><span><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">Topics include politics, economics, traditional art, and gender issues as you&nbsp;</font></font></span><span><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">research vocabulary, prepare presentations, and work on written assignments. By the end of this course, you will have reached</font></font></span><span><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">&nbsp;an intermediate to low level of proficiency on the ACTFL scale and should be able to read and write about 750 Kanji characters.</font></font></span></p>

This course offers a solid introduction to the Japanese language. In 51 hours of classroom instruction and six hours of guided field trips, learn basic vocabulary and grammar and engage in elementary conversation. Practice the language and experience the culture through visits to Japanese communities and institutions in New York City. This course is an excellent introduction for those who plan to travel to Japan or to participate in a study-abroad program.

This course is suitable for those who have completed <i>Japanese II</i> at NYU-SCPS, or who have taken a semester of college-level Japanese at another institution. The course combines 51 hours of classroom instruction with six hours of guided field trips. Expand your vocabulary, enrich your grammatical resources, and develop your conversational skills. The program includes visits to sites and to events where you can practice the language and experience the Japanese culture.

<p>Strengthen your conversational skills in Japanese and keep abreast of developments in current-day Japan. Discuss topics relating to contemporary Japanese society, ranging from politics and the economy to art and anime. Prior to each class, read authentic materials from Japanese websites, magazines, and books. Present your findings and observations on the topic of the day, thereby enhancing your vocabulary, range of expression, and fluency.</p>

This course is designed for high-intermediate to advanced learners of Japanese who wish to hone their communicative skills. Through explorations of the culture, films, history, and politics of Japan, improve your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills while deepening your knowledge of the Japanese culture. Conducted entirely in Japanese and designed to reinforce and build upon your existing knowledge, engage in a wide range of interactive activities, including conversations, discussions, interviews, and presentations. <em>Course content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once.</em>