Courses under this category are for Japanese Language and Culture Program or AKA "Bekka" Program.

このカテゴリにあるコースは、留学生別科の授業用のものです。
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別科カリキュラム会議

別科専任会議

Bekka Net

Sociolinguistics a

Subtitle: Japanese language varieties

This course aims to introduce students to the field of sociolinguistics, with a special focus on sociolinguistic issues which are significant in the Japanese society. In this semester, we will deal with two research areas, namely, language varieties and language life. Characteristics of Japanese language varieties will be discussed by considering factors such as age, gender, geographical regions and context. In the area of language life (or “gengo seikatsu” in Japanese), we will look at how onomatopoeia, loanwords, kinship terms and personal names are strategically used in contemporary Japanese society. It is expected that through gaining basic knowledge about how Japanese language is used in the society, students can develop their ability and confidence to interact with Japanese native speakers.

Sociolinguistics b

Introduction of the course

Subtitle: Politeness in Japanese

This course aims to introduce students to the field of sociolinguistics and the fundamental features of Japanese sociolinguistics. Course contents are designed to provide students basic knowledge about how Japanese language is used in the society and to develop their ability and confidence to interact with Japanese native speakers. In this semester the focus will be placed on “Language behavior: politeness in Japanese”. Topics will include how politeness is expressed in Japan in the cases of self-introductions, compliments, apologies, invitations, disagreements and others.

留学生別科教員専用コース