JPN 1002 (a continuation of JPN 1001) is an introductory Japanese course for true beginners. The course will be taught at half the pace of the standard elementary Japanese course, JPN 101. This introductory course stresses oral-aural facility, but it also includes an introduction to written Japanese, including hiragana, katakana and some basic kanji. After taking JPN 1001 and JPN 1002, students will have developed basic abilities to handle simple social situations in Japanese and be well prepared for the second half of the standard elementary Japanese courses (JPN102), which is offered every spring term.

An intensive introduction to modern Japanese stressing oral-aural facility, but including an introduction to written Japanese.

This course aims to give a thorough mastery of modern colloquial Japanese (Tokyo speech) by consistent review and reinforcement of major grammatical points and more advanced vocabulary and grammar. Students will reinforce four major skills by using speaking - listening drills, readings, and written exercises.

This course is designed to further students' reading ability. Students will have ample opportunity to hear and use increasingly more sophisticated vocabulary and grammatical constructions through discussion and composition. Japanese video will also be incorporated into the course. Reading materials include "Tobira" and selected readings from works in the original language.

This course focuses on speaking, reading, listening, and writing with the goal of preparing students to continue on to JPN 306 in the spring. Reading materials include short novels, and essays. Video materials are also used to enhance listening and communication skills. The goal of this course is "advanced" level according to the ACTFL/ETS guidelines.

This course is targeted to students whose Japanese proficiency is at an advanced higher level. Students will discuss various issues using short novels, essays, editorials and films. They are also expected to use the Japanese language to communicate people outside of class. Through these activities, students will develop critical thinking skills as well as Japanese language skills.

This course emphasizes continued development of the four skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) used in academic or professional settings. Materials include novels, essays, reports, films, and documentaries. The goal of this course is "superior" level according to the ACTFL/ETS guidelines.