11JPN

Year 11 Japanese (JPN)

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Winchester.

Year 11 Japanese (JPN)

WHAT WILL I LEARN? 

Level 1 Japanese is an extension and consolidation of the Year 9 and 10 syllabi. By engaging with this subject, students develop the ability to communicate in Japanese and connect meaningfully with people in different communities around the world. Languages and cultures play a key role in developing personal, community, national, and global identities. Through Japanese, students learn how to engage with the world around them in appropriate ways and become global citizens. As students acquire the skills of both communicative and intercultural competence, they reflect simultaneously on their own personal identities and explore their own culture(s) from a new perspective. There is a focus on both spoken and written communication of personal information, ideas and opinions in different situations. 


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE GAINED IN JAPANESE INCLUDE:

  • increased cultural competence and global awareness

  • communicative capabilities and interactive strategies

  • understanding structure in thinking and communication

  • enhanced creativity and problem-solving skills

  • increased understanding of successful learning methods

  • an appreciation of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives

  • an additional context to embed and enhance literacy and numeracy competencies.


HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED? 

4 Level 1 Achievement Standards – 20 credits

2 internally assessed make up 10 credits

2 externally assessed make up 10 credits


WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?

Mr. Winchester

Recommended Prior Learning

WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?

Y9 and Y10 Japanese

Be able to read and write most Hiragana characters.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
Free - Language is a gift, you just have to work for it!

Pathway

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Level 2 Japanese - It is essential to complete Level 1 prior to the Level 2 or Level 3 courses. Japanese could lead to a diverse range of careers e.g. international business, consultant, diplomatic service, immigration, custom officer, translator, educator, tourism, hospitality, and many more. Learning a second language will increase your awareness and appreciation of your own language and provide you with skill sets sought after by business, government departments, especially foreign affairs and private enterprises.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91956 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.1 - Interact in spoken Japanese to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91957 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.2 - Communicate in Japanese for a chosen purpose
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91958 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of written Japanese related to everyday contexts
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91959 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of spoken Japanese related to everyday contexts
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0