ASIA 2020 - Cultures and Identities in Contemporary Japan

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015

This course is designed as a sociological examination of the cultural aspects of contemporary Japanese society. Emphasis is on examining the character of the social and cultural order and identities in contemporary Japan. Basic themes examined include: perspectives on identity formation, perspectives on Japanese identity, the individual and community, authority, work and identity, gender identity, ethnic identity, minorities, nationalism, youth culture, popular culture, food culture, and mass media. The themes covered may vary year to year.

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Course Details

Course Code	ASIA 2020
Course	Cultures and Identities in Contemporary Japan
Coordinating Unit	Asian Studies
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	At least 12 units of level 1 undergraduate study
Incompatible	ASIA 2012 & ASIA 3012
Assessment	Tutorial paper, reflection papers, tutorial presentation, participation, semester essay

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Midori Kagawa-Fox

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1	Gain knowledge and understanding of various issues in the identity formation in Japanese society from the modern to the contemporary period.
2	Research and write about a chosen topic.
3	Work in teams and communicate with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
4	Use IT in learning, researching, writing, communicating, and presenting.
5	Raise intellectual curiosity about Japan in relation to other societies.
6	Gain intercultural and reflective understanding of the social and cultural issues in a globalised environment.

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1,2,5,6
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	2,3
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	3
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	3
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	4
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	6
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	6

Learning & Teaching Modes

Lectures supported by problem-solving workshops which develop the lecture material. Participation in online discussion board.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

1 x 1-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week	12 hours per semester
1 x 2-hour workshop (or equivalent) per week	24 hours per semester
6 hours reading per week	72 hours per semester
2 hours research per week	24 hours per semester
2 hours assignment preparation per week	24 hours per semester
TOTAL WORKLOAD	156 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

Schedule
Week 1	Introduction
Week 2	Theoretical & conceptual issues in studying cultural identity
Week 3	Japaneseness
Week 4	Nationalism and National Identity Debate in Japan
Week 5	Race & Minorities
Week 6	Okinawa Identity
Week 7	Gender Roles and Relations
Week 8	Consumption and Culture
Week 9	Popular culture
Week 10	Youth
Week 11	Religion and Spirituality
Week 12	In-class Test

This schedule may be subject to change.

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Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome
Attendance and participation	Formative and Summative	10%	1-6
Workshop presentation	Formative and Summative	15%	1-6
300 word Research Proposal and Annotated Bibliography	Formative and Summative	5%	1-6
Contribution to Discussion Board	Formative and Summative	15%	1-6
3000 word essay	Formative and Summative	35%	1-6
In-class test	Summative	20%	1-6

Assessment Related Requirements

Regular attendance in both lectures and workshops is expected. If unable to attend, a medical certificate or other supporting documentation may be required.

Assessment Detail

Attendance and participation: all students are expected to attend and contribute to lectures and workshops - 10% weighting

Workshop presentation: students will do a 15minute presentation (including a handout) on a chosen topic - 15% weighting

300 word research proposal and annotated bibliography: students will submit a proposal on a chosen topic - 5% weighting

Contribution to discussion board: students will contribute to discussion - 15% weighting

3000 word essay: students will submit an essay on a chosen topic, different from the workshop presentation topic - 35% weighting

In-class test: this will determine students' knowledge of the course - 20% weighting

Submission

All assignments (other than discussion board) are submitted electronically via MyUni.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

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