1. ようこそ！Yokoso! Japanese-11 Japanese Culture & Cicilization
Welcome to Japanese-11
By Claudia Dealba-Yount

2. Your Instructor My name is Claudia Dealba-Yount
Born and raised in Shanghai China.
B.A in Japanese Language Arts and Literature from Shanghai International Studies University in China.
M.A in Education from Aichi University of Education in Japan.
Lived in Japan for about 10 years
11 years of teaching Chinese & Japanese experience at Community Colleges in U.S.
7 years of teaching experience over sea.
Worked in various business

3. Course Material
Course Main Websites:                       (For History): 
Sub website:   
 (Culture and Attractions);                                                              (Japan Foundation in LA):        (Ministry of Foreign Affair of Japan): 
Other Reference Readings:  (see in your course syllabus)​

4. Course Description
Introductory survey of Japanese culture and civilization as reflected in language, literature, art, history, politics, customs, and social institutions. Class conducted in English. 54 hours lecture.
Prerequisite: None.

5. Course Contents Introduction Geography & Climate Regions Flora & Fauna
History
Prehistoric & Ancient Japan
Classical Japan
Medieval Japan
Modern Japan
Government
Government Structure
The constitution of Japan
Local Self-government
National Flag & Anthem
Economy
Trade & Investment
Regulatory Reform
Energy & Resources
Society
Education
Transportation
Employment
Gender Issues
Mass Media
Social Security System
Welfare
Health Care
Environmental Issues
Environmental Conservation

6. Course Contents Culture Japanese Language Religion
Annual Events & Holidays
Popular Culture & Leisure
Art & Literature
Architecture & Gardens
Tradition and Creativities: Ikebana & Tea Ceremony
Music and Theatre: Bunraku, Noh & Kyogen
Fashion
World Heritage
Japanese Food Culture
Sports
Sports in Japan
Traditional and Ancient Sports
Modern & Recreational Sports
Japan in Olympic
Science and Technology
Electronics
Aeronautics
Nuclear Power
Biomedical Research
Nobel Laureates

7. Course objective
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following activities: 1. Demonstrate general awareness of geographical and
topographical information related to the location of major
islands, cities, major bodies of water of Japan.
2. Attain knowledge of major literary works, historical figures,
important events, art and music of Japan.
3. Develop a sense of contemporary Japanese cultural identity and
values, while comprehending and appreciating the differences
between Japanese cultural norms and their own.
4. Discuss historical and global events that have impacted and
contributed to the evolution of present-day Japanese culture.

8. Student Learning Outcome
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of the evolution of Japan’s political, economic, religious, cultural, and social systems from its origins through the present
Critical Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate higher-order thinking skills about issues, problems, and explanations for which multiple solutions are possible. Students will be able to explore problems and, where possible, solve them. Students will be able to develop, test, and evaluate rival hypotheses. Students will be able to construct sound arguments and evaluate the arguments of others.

9. Student Learning Outcome
Compare and contrast the Japanese way of life and world view with one’s own
Self-Development & Global Awareness - Students will be able to develop goals and devise strategies for personal development and well-being. They will be able to demonstrate an understanding of what it means to be an ethical human being and an effective citizen in their awareness of diversity and various cultural viewpoints.
Critical Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate higher-order thinking skills about issues, problems, and explanations for which multiple solutions are possible. Students will be able to explore problems and, where possible, solve them. Students will be able to develop, test, and evaluate rival hypotheses. Students will be able to construct sound arguments and evaluate the arguments of others.
Interpret contemporary Japanese civilization and culture in light of its history

10. Course Design Each lesson for this course has: An introduction
A lecture section  
Discussion or group work requirements that may include online discussion board postings, or brief classroom presentations  
An assignment or Quiz.   

11. Assignments Written topic assignment Comparison Research Discussions
Power Point – culture comparison

12. Quizzes & Tests Quizzes 10 topic Quizzes Presentation (PPT)
Culture comparison
Discussion
discussions
Final
1 final essay
1 Final written exam

13. Grades Calculation Classroom Performance 10% Homework 20% Quizzes 15%
Presentation
Discussion
Essay
Final Exams
Total:
100%

14. Teaching Methods No one left behind! 
Teach student swim in the big pool (*with lifeguard)
Teacher serve, Student in charge learning (*restaurant setting)
From learner’s point of view
Focus on communicative tools
Support your learning pace
Teamwork adventure (*cruse )
No one left behind! 

15. Class & Instructor Info
Class Website: hhttps://rccjpn11.weebly.com
Class Chat: LINE ID: JPN _spr19
RCC Student Service: hhttp://
Instructor
Instructor Cell: (747)

16. ありがとう ございました！ Thank You ! 
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