Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor/Tutor
Kayo Nakazawa
Contact via via Email
Level 2 North, AHH
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
JPS301
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is designed to develop skills in all areas of Japanese language (reading, writing, listening and speaking) to an advanced level of proficiency. Students learn to discuss a wider range of topics as well as substantially increase their knowledge of vocabulary and kanji. This unit continues to focus on further increasing students' skills in intercultural communication so that they will be able to communicate in a manner which is culturally as well as linguistically appropriate. Students will be encouraged to sit for level N2 or N3 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Interactive tutorials and the use of online resources provide students with opportunities to use Japanese as much as possible.
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Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
Supplementary Tests & Late Submissions
If you anticipate unavoidable difficulty in sitting for tests (in class and online), contact the convener, lecturer or your tutor as soon as possible. A request for a supplementary test will be considered only in the case of serious illness or disruption. Assignments are compulsory and must be submitted on time.
As a general rule, extensions will not be granted without a valid and documented reason (e.g. medical certificate). No assignments will be accepted after assignments have been corrected and feedback has been provided. Assignment tasks handed in early will not be marked and returned before the due date.
Special Consideration
If a student is prevented by serious and unavoidable disruption from completing unit requirements in accordance with their ability, they may apply for support under the Special Consideration Policy. To access this support, students must notify the university via ask.mq.edu.au. Students should refer to the Special Consideration Policy for further information (see the link provided in the 'Policies and procedures' section of this unit guide and https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration ).
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Unit participation | 10% | No | Weekly |
Homework | 15% | No | Weekly |
Career Preparation Video | 5% | No | Week 5, 7 & 9 |
Online Test | 20% | No | 2 October |
Analytical Essay Test | 10% | No | Week 11 |
Creative Skit Performance | 10% | No | Week 13 |
Final exam | 30% | No | Formal exam period |
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 10%
For this task you are required to actively participate in class and online activities. Internal students are required to attend classes. External students are required to study independently as instructed and participate in online activities. Further details will be provided in iLearn.
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 15%
The homework will require students to complete weekly online quizzes, weekly aural/oral activities and composition tasks. The instruction and marking criteria will be provided in iLearn.
Due: Week 5, 7 & 9
Weighting: 5%
Contributes to students becoming work ready and developing intercultural skills, demonstrating capacity to communicate abilities, career story, and learning experiences in the target language.
Step 1: Group work identifying cultural expectations and developing pre-interview checklist (Due week 5)
Step 2: Analyse sample job ad and create video (Due week 7)
Step 3: Submit self-evaluation using provided rubric (Due week 9)
Due: 2 October
Weighting: 20%
Test 1 is a 75-minute, comprehensive test of reading, writing and listening skills, covering the content of Weeks 1-7. The test will be conducted online. You may refer to seminar slides, workbooks and dictionaries, however, you will NOT be allowed to seek any other person's help.
Due: Week 11
Weighting: 10%
The analytical essay test is a two hour online test where students are required to write/type a cohesive and analytical essay of more than 1000 characters in Japanese, as instructed. You may refer to any material resources, however, you will NOT be allowed to seek any other person's help. The instruction and marking criteria will be provided in iLearn.
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 10%
For this task, students are required to give a creative skit performance in Japanese, either in a pair or group of three. Each presenter should talk for approximately 2 minutes. The skit should be set in a workplace situation and appropriate speech styles used accordingly. The script of the skit must be submitted prior to the performance. Zoom will be used for the External students. The instruction and marking criteria will be provided in iLearn.
Due: Formal exam period
Weighting: 30%
Final Exam is a 2-hour, comprehensive exam of reading and writing skills, covering the content of Weeks 1-12. Review and example questions will be provided in the Week 13 Lecture.
Both Internal and External students must not arrange to be absent until the end of the exam period. Exams may be scheduled on Saturdays during the exam period. Students must attend the Exam in Australia. No alternative examination arrangement can be made except for:
1. members of the armed forces who are away on duty;
2. students representing Australia or the University in a national or international sporting or cultural event; or
3. students proceeding to a period of study in a foreign country, associated with their Macquarie program of study.
Required and recommend texts and/or materials
No textbook is required for this unit. The JPS302 Seminar 1 & 2 slides, Workbook and other materials will be provided in iLearn. Students will be required to download and print out the Workbook Exercises and Homework. A scanner is also required.
Unit webpage and technology used and required
The online unit (iLearn) can be accessed at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au. Students must have regular, reliable access to a computer and the internet to complete this unit. Completion of assessment tasks will also require a computer with Japanese fonts enabled. Basic computer skills (e.g., internet browsing) and skills in word processing in Japanese and English are required.
The unit schedule is provided in JPS302 iLearn.
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
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