JAPN 3
Elementary Japanese (Third Quarter)
Course Description
A continuation of the introduction to the Japanese language and culture with further development of materials presented in JAPN D001. and JAPN D002. Emphasis will be on acquisition of the third-quarter high beginner level of four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) as well as sociocultural knowledge which plays an important role in communicating in the target language. Oral practice based on an understanding of the language structure will be further emphasized. Fifty-nine more kanji, Sino-Japanese characters will be introduced. Students are expected to integrate three writing systems in order to demonstrate authentic writing skills.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46793 | JAPN 3 | 40Z | M·W···· | 04:00 PM-06:15 PM | Yumi Mccormick | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
JAPN-003.-40Z: This is an online class that meets each week on scheduled days and times as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Genki Vol 1 Textbook (3rd Edition) Banno © 2020 ISBN: 9784789017305 | Textbook | Required | $56.50 | $42.50 | $39.55 | $28.25 |
| GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese I (3rd Edition) E-book Banno ISBN: 9784789050975 | E-Book (180 days) | Required | $52.00 | |||
| GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese I (3rd Edition) E-book Banno ISBN: 9784789050975 | E-Book (365 days) | Required | $55.00 | |||
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
- Prerequisite
- JAPN D002. (equivalent to two years of high school Japanese) or equivalent