GEP0407 Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture IBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs CARTOON AND ANIMATIONGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
CARTOON AND ANIMATION
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GEP0407 Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture I Fall 3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. BURCU ALARSLAN ULUDAŞ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who succeeded in this course;
o will be able to differentiate the sounds of Hiragana and Katakana writing systems.
o will be able to listen and write complex words
o will be able to start reading the two writing systems slowly

Course Content

To introduce Japonese grammar

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Japanese language Introduction of Hiragana Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
2) Introduction of Katakana / Reading and writing exercises Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
3) Talking about one’s occupation and nationality / Introducing oneself Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
4) Identifying objects (kore/sore/are) Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
5) Identifying and personalizing objects ( usage of NO) / Reading and writing exercises in writing systems Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
6) Practising numbers until 10,000 Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
7) Asking and telling prices (counting floors (kai) / Telling the time / Practising numbers 10,000 and above Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
8) Introduction of present tense and past tense Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
9) Practising past tense along with expressions of time (ashita, ototoi, kinou and etc.) Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
10) Talking about periods of time ( kara –made...) Talking about the time in different places in the world Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
11) Introduction of future tense (ashita, rai, asatte) Days of the week Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
12) Prepositions of place (ni , de, he) ; time (ni) and vehicles (de) , with (to) Asking about someone’s phone number Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
13) Asking and telling the date/asking about specific dates and someone’s birthday (nangatsu nan nichi desu ka) Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
14) Planning a day of oneself combining the vocabulary of means of transportation using all tenses learnt Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
15) Final exam
16) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Minna No Nihongo 1Kaite oboeru 1Minna no NihongoListening CdsPractisingHiragana and Katakana
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Application 1 % 15
Quizzes 3 % 15
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Application 1 2 2
Study Hours Out of Class 14 1 14
Quizzes 3 6 18
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 10 10
Total Workload 96

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in cartoon and animation.
2) To be able to develop research, observation-experience, evaluation skills in the field of cartoon and animation and effectively communicate ideas, convincing actions and emotions using cartoon and animation and performance principles in every direction.
3) Making animated films with various artistic styles and techniques.
4) Designing the cartoon and animation production process using initiative, applying it with creativity and presenting it with personal style.
5) To be a team member in the production process of cartoon and animations, to be able to take responsibility and manage the team members under their responsibility and to lead them.
6) To be able to evaluate cartoon and animations in the framework of their knowledge and skills.
7) To be able to define and manage learning requirements in the field of cartoon and animation.
8) To be able to communicate with related organizations by sharing scientific and artistic works in cartoon and animation and to share information and skills in the field.
9) To monitor developments in the field of cartoon and animation using foreign languages ​​and to communicate with foreign colleagues.
10) To be able to use general information and communication technologies at advanced level with all kinds of technical tools and computer software used in cartoon and animations.
11) Using critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies in all aspects of development and production, effectively communicating ideas, emotions and intentions visually, verbally and in writing, and effectively incorporating technology in the development of cartoon and animation projects.
12) To have sufficient knowledge about ethical values ​​and universal values ​​in the field of cartoon and animation.