| COURSE | TITLE | EFF YEAR | EFF TERM | DEPARTMENT | CREDIT HOURS | ||||
| LN482J | INTRODUCTORY JAPANESE | 2023 | 2 | Foreign Languages | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) | ||||
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| In the standard course, cadets acquire a basic proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Japanese. Learning activities focus on situations cadets are likely to encounter in the target society. Cadets are taught how to express simple ideas and basic needs and minimum courtesy in areas of immediate need or familiar topics, comprehend the language in everyday contexts, and read simplified texts and brief, authentic selections. Although instruction places greater emphasis on reading, listening, and speaking skills, Cadets also learn how to write simple statements on familiar topics by hand and by typing. Through readings and discussions, Cadets are introduced to the culture, history, and geography of the Japanese-speaking world. Cadets acquire a command of basic Japanese vocabulary and gain a general understanding of how the language works and how to apply that knowledge when learning other foreign languages. Cadets also learn military terminology important to the Japanese Self Defense Force and the roles and responsibilities of the JSDF. The course will only be taught when resources are available. | |||||||||
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| Cadets must complete two semesters of foreign language study at USMA prior to taking this elective. This course requires special permission from the DFL department head. | |||||||||
| AYT | #SECT/SIZE | CPBLTY | ENRLD | WAIT | SEATS | CLOSED | DETAILS | ||
| 2024 - 2 | 1 | 18 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 16 | Y | Hours | |
| COURSE | TITLE | EFF YEAR | EFF TERM | DEPARTMENT | CREDIT HOURS | ||||
| LN482J | INTRODUCTORY JAPANESE | 2022 | 1 | Foreign Languages | 2.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) | ||||
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| In this elective, Cadets acquire a basic proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in Japanese. Learning activities focus on situations Cadets are likely to encounter in Japanese society. Cadets are taught how to express simple ideas and basic needs, comprehend the language in everyday contexts, and read simplified texts and brief, authentic selections. In addition to speaking, listening and reading skills, Cadets learn how to write sentences, paragraphs and/or short compositions on familiar topics. Through readings and discussions, Cadets are introduced to the cultures and history of the Japanese-speaking world. Cadets acquire a command of basic Japanese vocabulary and gain a general understanding of how the language works, and they become able to apply that knowledge when learning other foreign languages. **This is a pilot course and must be approved by the CC in AY23 to continue. AY21-1 version was 3.0CR. AY22-1 version is 2.0CR.* | |||||||||
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| SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: | |||||||||
| Enrollment at the discretion of the Chinese Program Director and Dept. Head. | |||||||||
| COURSE | TITLE | EFF YEAR | EFF TERM | DEPARTMENT | CREDIT HOURS | ||||
| LN482J | INTRODUCTORY JAPANESE | 2022 | 2 | Foreign Languages | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) | ||||
| SCOPE | |||||||||
| In this elective, Cadets acquire a basic proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in Japanese. Learning activities focus on situations Cadets are likely to encounter in Japanese society. Cadets are taught how to express simple ideas and basic needs, comprehend the language in everyday contexts, and read simplified texts and brief, authentic selections. In addition to speaking, listening and reading skills, Cadets learn how to write sentences, paragraphs and/or short compositions on familiar topics. Through readings and discussions, Cadets are introduced to the cultures and history of the Japanese-speaking world. Cadets acquire a command of basic Japanese vocabulary and gain a general understanding of how the language works, and they become able to apply that knowledge when learning other foreign languages. **This is a pilot course and must be approved by the CC in AY22 to continue. AY21-1 version was 3.0CR. AY22-1 version was 2.0CR.* | |||||||||
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| SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: | |||||||||
| Enrollment at the discretion of the Chinese Program Director and Dept. Head. | |||||||||
| COURSE | TITLE | EFF YEAR | EFF TERM | DEPARTMENT | CREDIT HOURS | ||||
| LN482J | INTRODUCTORY JAPANESE | 2021 | 2 | Foreign Languages | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) | ||||
| SCOPE | |||||||||
| In this elective, Cadets acquire a basic proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in Japanese. Learning activities focus on situations Cadets are likely to encounter in Japanese society. Cadets are taught how to express simple ideas and basic needs, comprehend the language in everyday contexts, and read simplified texts and brief, authentic selections. In addition to speaking, listening and reading skills, Cadets learn how to write sentences, paragraphs and/or short compositions on familiar topics. Through readings and discussions, Cadets are introduced to the cultures and history of the Japanese-speaking world. Cadets acquire a command of basic Japanese vocabulary and gain a general understanding of how the language works, and they become able to apply that knowledge when learning other foreign languages. **This is a pilot course and must be approved by the CC in AY23 to continue.* | |||||||||
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| SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: | |||||||||
| Enrollment at the discretion of the Chinese Program Director and Dept. Head. | |||||||||