JAPN 270 - Japanese Language and Culture

Institution:

Knox College

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Description:

An examination of the relationship between the Japanese language and the cultural perceptions and dynamic interpersonal mechanism in Japan. After a brief overview of the historical background of the Japanense society and the predominant beliefs and key concepts about Japanese language and culture, this course will discuss such topics as family (uchi [in-group], soto [out-group]), gender (men's Japanese, women's Japanese, GLBT's Japanese), politeness(honorific, humble, neutral), gift-giving/receiving, and "loan words" from foreign languages,final-sentence particles, etc. by using various resources, such as films, documentaries, TV dramas, fashion magazines, anime, comic books, and on-line journals or blogs written by non- Japanese living or studying in Japan. Prereq: JAPN 101 or the permission of the instructor; R. Matsuda

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.knox.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 341-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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