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    Japanese Courses

    • JAPN 1001 - Elementary Japanese I
      Introduction to listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Japanese and to the culture of Japanese-speaking regions. This course meets three (3) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least one (1) additional hour per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

      Hours:
      4



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    • JAPN 1002 - Elementary Japanese II
      Continued listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Japanese and to the culture of Japanese-speaking regions. This course meets three (3) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least one (1) additional hour per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 1001 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

      Hours:
      4



      Notes:
      Not open to students who have credit in JAPN 2001 or higher or to native speakers

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    • JAPN 1002H - Honors Elementary Japanese I
      Honors Elementary JAPN II is an enriched continuation of JAPN 1001 that focuses on skills development in speaking, listening, comprehension, reading, writing, and familiarization with aspects of the target culture. The Honors course is sometimes taught on an individualized basis or in conjunction with a regular section of JAPN 1002. The honors section fosters greater development of skills through personalized attention and specialized assignments. For enrollment in Honors classes, students must have a 3.2 college GPA, or incoming freshmen must show a combined 1100+ SAT (or 24+ ACT) and a 3.5 high school GPA. Students must have completed any LS requirements.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 1001 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

      Hours:
      4



      Notes:
      Not open to students who have completed credit in JAPN 2001 or higher or to native speakers.

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    • JAPN 1120 - Elementary Japanese I & II
      Introduction to and continuation of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Japanese and the culture of Japanese-speaking regions. This course meets six (6) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least two (2) additional hours per week of online and/or language laboratory instruction.

      Hours:
      8



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    • JAPN 2001 - Intermediate Japanese I
      Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from Japanese-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 1002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 2001H - Honors Intermediate Japanese I
      Honors Intermediate Japanese I is an enriched version of JAPN 2001. The first of two intermediate language courses presenting the fundamentals of grammar, pronunciation, conversation, reading and writing. Designed to increase proficiency in Japanese skills through study of authentic materials: dialogues, reading, writing exercises, and dictation/pronunciation drills. This course continues familiarizing students with the culture of Japan. Students who completed a third year of high school Japanese with a grade of A may be a candidate to take this course; students may also take a placement test to gain access to JAPN 2001. The Honors course is sometimes taught on an individualized basis or in conjunction with a regular section of JAPN 2001. This honors section is a more intensive course that will build greater development of skills through personalized attention and specialized assignments. For enrollment in Honors classes, students must have a 3.2 college GPA, or incoming freshmen must show a combined 1100+ SAT (or 24+ ACT) and a 3.5+ high school GPA. Students must have completed any LS requirements.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 1002 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 2002 - Intermediate Japanese II
      Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from Japanese-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2001 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 2002H - Honors Intermediate Japanese II
      Honors Intermediate Japanese II is the second of two intermediate language courses presenting the fundamentals of grammar, pronunciation, conversation, reading and writing. This honors section will provide a more rigorous immersion into conversation and reading comprehension using real world and culturally-oriented readings. Students will have a comprehensive review of grammar designed to strengthen and consolidate earlier course work. The Honors course is sometimes taught on an individualized basis or in conjunction with a regular section of JAPN 2002. The honors section fosters greater development of scholarly potential through personalized attention and specialized assignments. For enrollment in Honors classes, students must have a 3.2 college GPA, or incoming freshmen must show a combined 1100+ SAT (or 24+ ACT) and a 3.5+ high school GPA. Students must have completed any LS requirement.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2001 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 2120 - Intermediate Japanese I & II
      JAPN 2120 is the continuation of JAPN 1002 or 1120 and is equivalent to JAPN 2001 and 2002 combined. Continued development and reinforcement of the fundamentals of grammar, vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, speaking, reading and writing. Designed to increase linguistic and cultural proficiency through the situational use of the language and the study of authentic materials from Japanese-speaking regions. Language laboratory and online assignments. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 1002, JAPN 1120, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

      Hours:
      6



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    • JAPN 2950 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 2960 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 2970 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 2990 - Special Topics
      Study of an area of language, literature or culture not fully covered in other regular courses. Topics vary and announced in advance. May be repeated for 1-3 credit hours for a maximum of six credits if topic is different.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      1-3



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    • JAPN 3001 - Intermediate-Advanced Japanese I
      Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2002 or JAPN 2120, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 3002 - Intermediate-Advanced Japanese II
      Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. More idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 3001 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 3003 - Intermediate-Advanced Japanese III
      Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 3002 with a grade of C or higher, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 3004 - Intermediate-Advanced Japanese IV
      Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 3003 with a grade of C or higher, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 3120 - Intermediate-Advanced Japanese I & II
      JAPN 3120 is the continuation of JAPN 2002 or 2120 and is equivalent to JAPN 3001 and 3002 combined. Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced and expanded. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2002, JAPN 2120, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages

      Hours:
      6



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    • JAPN 3310 - Intermediate-Advanced Japanese Conversation
      Guided conversation practice on assigned themes/topics. The course is designed to increase fluency, improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 3410 - Japanese Language & Society
      Topics of Japanese sociolinguistics in areas such as dialects, speech varieties, language behaviors and attitudes, linguistic contact and change and language policy. Discussion on readings written in English.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 3950 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 3960 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 3970 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 3990 - Special Topics
      Study of an area of language, literature or culture not fully covered in other regular courses. Topics vary and announced in advance. May be repeated for 1-3 credit hours for a maximum of six credits if topic is different.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2002, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      1-3



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    • JAPN 4001 - Advanced Japanese I
      Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 3004 with a grade of C or higher, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 4002 - Advanced Japanese II
      Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 4001 with a grade of C or higher, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 4310 - Advanced Japanese Conversation
      Guided conversation practice on assigned themes/topics. The course is a continuation of JAPN 4310 and designed to increase fluency, improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary and idiomatic expressions further. Class conducted in Japanese.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 3002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      3



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    • JAPN 4950 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 4960 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 4970 - Study Abroad
      The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

      Hours:
      1-6



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    • JAPN 4990 - Special Topics
      Study of an area of language, literature or culture not fully covered in other regular courses. Topics vary and announced in advance. May be repeated for 1-3 credit hours for a maximum of six credits if topic is different. JAPN 3001 and 3002 are recommended before taking this course.

      Prerequisite/Corequisite:
      Prerequisite: JAPN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

      Hours:
      1-3



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