L1JAP

NCEA Level 1 Japanese

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms M. Sasaki.

Learning Japanese gives students not only the chance to communicate in a language very different from their own, but provides an opportunity to gain an appreciation of a fascinating culture.  This course extends students’ ability and confidence when listening, reading, writing, and speaking in Japanese. 

This course gives students the opportunity to participate in Kumagaya exchanges to build communication skills and deepen their understanding of Japanese culture and language. 

Recommended Prior Learning

Open Entry, however, it is recommended that you performed satisfactorily in Year 10 Japanese.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

• Japanese Reference Book, printed by Department.
• 1 x 1B8 exercise book.
• 1 x Ring folder.

Pathway

Assessment Information

Students who study NCEA Level 1 Japanese can attempt all the 4 Achievement Standards.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91956 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.1 - Interact in spoken Japanese to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91957 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.2 - Communicate in Japanese for a chosen purpose
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91958 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of written Japanese related to everyday contexts
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91959 v3
NZQA Info
Japanese 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of spoken Japanese related to everyday contexts
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Pathway Possibilities

Disclaimer

Southland Boys' High School endeavours to timetable courses depending on students' needs, interests and future plans.  Many factors can influence whether a course is able to be offered in the following year.  These can include:

  • Student demand
  • Staff availability
  • Resourcing

These factors can also impact on timetabling, and as a result students will be asked for input about any clashes that may occur.

Where a course is not able to be run, students' back-up subjects will be used.  If there are issues with student selections and the timetabling process, students will have the opportunity to make a decision in conjunction with staff input on the best solution.