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HUM199Y1
First Year Seminar 52S

Undergraduate seminar that focuses on specific ideas, questions, phenomena or controversies, taught by a regular Faculty member deeply engaged in the discipline. Open only to newly admitted first year students. It may serve as a distribution requirement course; see page 40.

NOTE
EAS102Y1 is a requirement for the EAS program.

EAS102Y1
Introduction to East 52L, 26T

Asian Civilizations
Highlights of Chinese, Japanese and Korean civilization to about (600A.D.). The focus is on political, social and intellectual history, as well as on the interactions among the three cultures. Required for students taking specialist, major and minor programs in East Asian Studies.
Exclusion: HUM101Y1

EAS100Y1
Modern Standard Chinese I 52T, 52S

A comprehensive introduction to Modern Standard Chinese (Mandarin) as a second language for students with no background in any Chinese dialect; equal emphasis on comprehension, speaking, reading, writing Chinese characters and translation; active vocabulary of about 500 single characters and over a thousand phrases and idiomatic expressions.
Condition: Students will be required to certify that they are aware that if at any time they are found in violation of the academic condition in Note 2. above, they will be obliged to withdraw from the course immediately.

EAS101Y1
Modern Chinese I for Students with Prior Background 26T, 52S

Designed to meet the particular needs of students who, usually because of their Chinese family backgrounds, can speak and understand elementary Chinese of any dialect but do not read or write enough to take 201Y1.
Exclusion: EAS100Y1, EAS290Y1/those with near-native fluency in any Chinese dialect
Condition: Students will be required to certify that they are aware that if at any time they are found in violation of the academic condition in Note 2. above, they will be obliged to withdraw from the course immediately.

EAS104Y1
Elementary Vietnamese 78S

An introductory course for students with no knowledge of Vietnamese. With equal emphasis on reading, writing, speaking, and grammar.

EAS110Y1
Modern Standard Korean I 104S

An introductory Korean language course open to students with no prior knowledge of Korean. Comprehension, speaking, reading and writing are covered but the main emphasis is given to spoken Korean.

EAS120Y1
Modern Standard Japanese I 52L, 39S

An introduction to the basic elements of the Japanese language, and the development of comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. Along with the hiragana and katakana systems of writing, approximately 100 kanji are introduced. Some cultural aspects are introduced as well. Open only to students with no prior background in Japanese.
Exclusion: EAS121H1

EAS121H1
Japanese I for Students with Prior Background 26L, 39S

Appropriate for those who have learned Japanese for more than three months but less than a year in an academic institution. The knowledge of hiragana and katakana is required. Approximately 100 kanji are introduced.
Exclusion: EAS120Y1

EAS200Y1
Modern Standard Chinese II 52T, 52S

Continuation of EAS100Y1: grammar, reading, composition, and oral work. Reading texts include adapted versions of modern Chinese novels, plays, essays, and selected readings: proverbs and set phrases, short compositions, poetry of the Tang dynasty.
Exclusion: EAS290Y1 or those with near-native fluency in any Chinese dialect.
Prerequisite: EAS100Y1 (minimum grade 67%)/EAS101Y1 (minimum grade 67%)

EAS201Y1
Modern Chinese II for Students with Prior Backgrounds 26T, 52S

Continuation of EAS101Y1.
Exclusion: EAS200Y1, EAS290Y1/those with near-native fluency in any Chinese dialect
Prerequisite: EAS101Y1 (minimum grade 63%)

EAS203Y1
China and the Internet 52L

The course explores the history of the internet in China, studies its current and future distribution, government policies around the net, and the social implications of its spread. Hands-on exploration of sites for research on Chinese culture, politics, business and economics.
Prerequisite: Reading knowledge of Chinese

EAS204Y1
Approaches to Modern East Asia 26L, 26T

Examines how various histories of East Asia can be written. Topics as varied as Chinese users of New World silver in the 17th century, the shifting fortunes of Korean shamanism, and the Tokyo War Crime Trials are used to ask questions about Eurocentrism, public memory, gender, and national history.
Exclusion: HIS107Y1; Not open to students who took EAS102Y1 in 2001-2002

EAS206Y1
Classical Chinese I 52S

An introductory reading course in Classical Chinese with emphasis on grammatical analysis and translation into English.
Exclusion: EAS290Y1
Prerequisite: Must have already taken at least 3 EAS half courses
Co-requisite: EAS200Y1/EAS201Y1

EAS207H1
Literatures of East Asia 26L

What is East Asian literature and how does it speak to us today? This course deals with vital classical and modern poems, novels, short fiction and drama from the literary traditions of China, Japan, and Korea. Readings are in English. (Enrolment priority is given to students in the World Literature program.)
Exclusion: WLD200Y1

EAS210Y1
Modern Standard Korean II 52S

Students study grammatical structure in depth through reading various forms of writing. Attention given to idiomatic expressions with emphasis on the use of language in actual context.
Prerequisite: EAS110Y1/111Y1

EAS211Y0
Chinese Art 52L

A survey of the visual arts of China from earliest times to the end of the traditional era: the aesthetics and historical/cultural context of painting, calligraphy, sculpture, architecture, and the other arts. Field trip is included. (Normally offered only in Summer)

EAS216Y1
Modern Korean I and II for Students with Prior Background 52S

For students with limited prior background in spoken and/or written Korean. Reading, speaking, writing and grammar are equally emphasized. Access is limited and based on the results of a placement interview.
Exclusion: EAS210Y1, EAS110Y1
Prerequisite: Placement test
Recommended preparation: Limited prior background in spoken/or written Korean

EAS217Y1
Major Aspects of Contemporary Korea 52L

A broad perspective on contemporary Korea. Emphasis is on the last 30 years of political dynamics on the peninsula which brought about the "Korean-style democracy" and "Korean-style economy" (chaebol), plus Juche ideology in North Korea.

EAS220Y1
Modern Standard Japanese II 52L, 39S

An advanced beginners’ level language course. An introduction to complicated sentence structures and basic vocabulary for daily life. All four language skills are emphasized and approximately 300 kanji are introduced. Some cultural aspects are introduced as well. Open only to those whose Japanese level is equivalent to Level 4 of Japanese Proficiency Test.
Prerequisite: EAS120Y1/EAS121H1 (minimum 70%)

EAS227Y1
Introduction to East Asian Art 52L

Art and archaeology of Asia. Historical and cultural background. Lecture course illustrated with slides.

EAS233H1
History of China’s Performing Arts 26L

An historical overview of Chinese theatre, a reading of selected texts, viewing of videotaped performances and class discussions of the characteristics of this art form.
Enrolment priority: Given to students enrolled in an EAS program and Drama students. Normally offered only in Summer.

EAS235H1
Perceptions of China in Japanese Literature (formerly EAS235Y1) 26L

Lectures and discussions on Japanese literary negotiations with China, the Chinese and Chineseness, ranging from celebration of the same cultural practice, to nativist resistance to China the hegemonic, to aestheticization of China the exotic/erotic. Required readings are available in English translation, which include: Tale of Genji, Tale of Middle-Councillor Hamamatsu (medieval romance); Haku Rakuten (No play); Battles of Coxinga (Kabuki play); Three-Cornered World (by Soseki); Wild Goose (by Ogai)
Exclusion: EAS235Y1

EAS237Y1
Japanese Cinema: Film Form and the Problems of Japanese Modernity 52S

How film aesthetics relate to the most profound socio-historical problems of Japanese modernity. How various film makers employ cinematic form to engage the social problems of their moment.

EAS238H1
Japanese Poetry and Fiction: Earliest Times to the 14th Century 26L

The art of narrative and poetry from Japan’s creation myths through medieval monk-poets. An introduction to Japan’s classical literature. (Readings in English)

EAS246H1
Pre-Modern Japanese Cultural History 26L, 13T

A survey of the history of pre-modern Japan from earliest recorded histories to the disintegration of the feudal system in the 19th century. Uses a wide range of translated primary Japanese texts to illuminate the emergence of cultural forms and their conjunctions with social, economic, religious and political trends
Recommended preparation: EAS102Y1

EAS247H1
Japanese Culture and Modernity 26L, 13T

An exploration of the problem of modernity and culture in Japan from 1868 to the Cold War, specifically addressing the diverse representations of culture and their relationship to the expansion of a capitalist commodity economy in Japan, using literary, philosophical, artistic and economic texts in translation.
Recommended preparation: EAS204Y1, EAS246H1

EAS261H1
Introduction to Pre-Modern Korean Literature 26L

This course introduces pre-modern Korean literary texts such as myth, folklore, poetry, prose, musical literature.
Prerequisite: EAS102Y1

EAS270Y1
Introduction to Korean Civilization 52S

The historical development of the Korean political system and society; philosophical, religious, artistic and literary aspects of its culture. Korea’s relationship to Chinese civilization and its role in transmitting civilization to Japan. Films and slides may be used for illustration.

EAS271H1
20th Century Korean History (formerly EAS271Y1) 26L

A survey of the history of Korea from the Tonghak uprising and Sino-Japanese war of 1894-1895, through the colonial period, division, and civil war, to the democritization movement.
Exclusion: EAS271Y1

EAS290Y1
Chinese Language for Non-Mandarin Speakers I 78S

For students who speak a Chinese dialect other than Mandarin and have acquired a basic knowledge of written Chinese. Gives basic knowledge of spoken Mandarin and ability to read both literary and modern texts. Offered only in Summer.

EAS295Y0
Selected Topics in East Asian Studies TBA

This course allows students to pursue the specialized study of specific topics tailored to the research and study opportunities available in Hong Kong and the expertise and interests of the instructor. Available only in the Woodsworth College Hong Kong Summer Program.

EAS299Y1
Research Opportunity Program

Credit course for supervised participation in faculty research project. See page 40 for details.

EAS300Y1
Modern Standard Chinese III 52S

An intermediate level language course. Original writings chosen from the literature and social history of modern China. Oral discussion, written composition, selective translation, and techniques of reading for comprehension.
Exclusion: EAS290Y1. Not open to native speakers of Chinese
Prerequisite: EAS200Y1(minimum 67%)/EAS201Y1(50%-69% only)
Recommended preparation: EAS206Y1

JMC301Y1
State and Society in 20th Century China 52L

This course explores China’s efforts to construct a modern and effective political order in the face of powerful demographic and revolutionary challenges. The clash between competing ideologies, political and social movements and institutional alternatives in the context of rapid social and economic change are analyzed.
Prerequisite: EAS102Y1/HIS280Y1/HIS328Y1/JMC201Y1/POL215Y1
This course is classified as both a Humanities and Social Science course

EAS304Y0
A Millennium of Cultural Exchange Between China and Japan 52L

An exploration of the dynamics of China-Japan cultural exchange. This discussion-oriented and illustrated course gives an overview of the Chinese texts and styles of art that were particularly emulated in Japan and the ways they were creatively naturalized into Japanese culture. The course also briefly examines the influence of Japanese culture on contemporary Hong Kong and Shenzhen/Guangzhou. Field trip is included. (Normally offered only in Summer)

EAS305Y1
Art and Literary Theory of Pre-Modern China in Translation 52L

A survey course of works of Chinese painting and calligraphy theory and literary criticism from the pre-Qin period to the Qing dynasty. Readings are available in translation. (Offered in alternate years)

EAS306Y1
Classical Chinese II (formerly EAS335Y1) 52S

The course helps students gain more in-depth control of grammatical structures, read classical materials with greater ease and discuss academic and scholarly topics more articulately.
Prerequisite: EAS206Y1 (minimum 63%)

EAS307H1
Chinese Political Philosophy 26S

The course analyses both historically and systematically the development of Chinese political philosophy from ancient times to the present day.
Prerequisite: PHL237H1

EAS309H1
Modern Chinese Prose 26S

A survey of representative works of prose written by twentieth-century Chinese writers. This course focuses on reading texts, as well as analysing their textual structure, aesthetic values, and historical context. Readings are available in translation and in the original. (offered in alternate years)

EAS310Y1
Modern Standard Korean III 104S

Expansion of vocabulary, practice in reading comprehension and active skills of writing and conversation are emphasized. Students participate in discussions and compose short essays. Selected readings include different styles of work on Korean culture, history, society and literature.
Prerequisite: EAS210Y1

EAS320Y1
Modern Standard Japanese III 52L, 39S

Developing reading skills and expanding knowledge of basic grammar are the main focus of the lectures. Thorough practice of intensive reading is given in the first term, with techniques of skimming and scanning covered in the second term. In tutorial, oral communication skills will be further developed so that students can incorporate new vocabulary, expressions, and sentence patterns into conversation and use them naturally and in a socio-linguistically appropriate manner.
Prerequisite: EAS220Y1 (minimum 75%)

EAS323Y1
Japanese Fiction in Translation 52S

A general survey course. Reading and discussion topics from both classical and modern Japanese fiction in translation. First Term: Genji, Heike, Court Ladies’ Diaries, Mediaeval Buddhist literature, etc. Second Term: Outstanding 20th century writers. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: At least one course in literature (Japanese, Chinese or English)

EAS327H1
Japanese Fiction and the Nation 26S

The focus is on modern Japanese literature, with special attention given to literature’s relation to the nation. Students track how this literature transforms throughout Japanese modernity and how its meaning and effects function to simultaneously tie together and pull apart national identity.
Prerequisite: At least one course in literature or East Asian Studies

EAS330H1
Narrative Strategies in 26S

Modern Japanese Fiction
Discussion of narratives by Natsume Soseki, Mori Ogai, Tanizaki Jun’ichiro, and Ibuse Masuji, with attention to issues in narratology and contemporary narrative studies such as: the voice and perspective; the gender and power relationships of the narrator-narratee-narrated; the act of narrating, writing, listening and reading; and metafictional paradox. Reading are assigned from secondary and theoretical materials. All readings are available in English.

EAS331Y1
Buddhist Arts of Inner and East Asia 52L

Buddhism as seen through the arts, in ancient and medieval cultures of Inner and East Asia. Following an introductory consideration of South Asian Buddhism and Buddhist art, the focus shifts to Afghanistan, Central Asia, Tibet, China, Korea and Japan; with lectures on selected types and periods in architecture, sculpture, painting and other arts. Illustrated with slides and other material.

EAS334Y1
The Chinese Novel 52L

The development of Chinese fiction from earliest times with emphasis on the twentieth century. Readings in English translation; lectures in English.

EAS336H1
Chinese Literature (pre-Qin to Tang) (formerly EAS336Y1) 26L

A survey course of major works in premodern Chinese literature, including poetry, essays, and short narratives from the pre-Qin through Tang eras (11thC BCE - 10thC CE). Readings are available in translation and in the original. All lectures and coursework are in English.
Enrolment priority: Students enrolled in an EAS subject POSt
Exclusion: EAS336Y1

EAS337H1
Chinese Literature (Song to Qing) (formerly EAS336Y1) 26L

A survey course of major works in premodern Chinese literature, including poetry, essays, short narratives and drama from the Song through Qing dynasties (10thC - 19thC). Readings are available in translation and in the original. All lectures and coursework are in English.
Enrolment priority: Students enrolled in an EAS subject POSt
Exclusion: EAS336Y1
Recommended preparation: Literature courses

EAS338Y1
Japanese Poetry (in translation) 52L

Japanese poetry with reference to its religious and social functions, its relationship to folk, dramatic, and narrative literature of Japan, and the impact of Chinese and Western poetry.

EAS339H1
Tales of Genji: 1000 A.D. (in translation) (formerly EAS239H1) 26L

The structure of literary expression in Japan’s enduring narrative masterpiece. The aesthetic concerns of the men and women of the Heian court (9th - 12th century) and their emotional lives.
Exclusion: EAS239H1

EAS340H1
The Chinese: Society and Culture in Transition 26S

The course explores issues of identity, self, and community among other topics in a broad exploration of cultural transformation in China.
Recommended preparation: EAS102Y1

EAS342H1
Art and Religious Experience in Japan 26L

Experience, ritual, discipline and training in Japanese art and religion. Art as religion, and religion as art. Shinto, mountain cults, shamanism, divination, esoteric Buddhism, Zen, the folk arts movement, music, internationalism in modern Japanese culture. Illustrated with slides and other material. Designed to be taken with EAS343H1.

EAS343H1
Judo in Japanese Culture 26L, 26P

Judo and its cultural background, explored through lectures on Japanese mind-body theories and attitudes, education, religion, combat systems, arts of performance, etc. Historical, comparative and analytic viewpoints. Illustrated with slides and other material. Practical training in judo offered as part of the course (no previous experience required). Designed to be taken with EAS342H1.

EAS344H1
Topics in Chinese Society and Culture 26S

This course addresses selected themes and issues in China’s complex process of modernization and reform, the format and requirements to vary according to theme, and class and instructor preferences and interests.
Recommended preparation: One course on modern China or East Asia or equivalent

EAS345H1
The Rise of Greater China: Issues and Topics 26S

This course looks at China in regional perspective, including issues of Taiwan, Hong Kong and People’s Republic of China economic integration. The role of overseas Chinese communities globally and in Southeast Asia also receives attention. The form and focus of the course varies according to class and instructor interests. Normally, offered only in the Hong Kong Summer Program.
Recommended preparation: One course on modern China or East Asia or equivalent

EAS347H1
Everyday Life in Interwar Japan 26L

A close analysis of the complex relationship between everyday life, labor power and the accumulation of capital in Japan from 1917-1937 by addressing the problems of colonialism, rascism, gender, class, and social movements.
Recommended preparation: EAS247H1/281H1/Y1

EAS351H1
Post-War Korean Society and Culture Through Literature and Film 26L

This course focuses on understanding political and cultural contexts of post-Korean war South Korean society through fictions and film.

EAS362Y1
Classical Japanese 52S

Introduction to classical Japanese, followed by readings of various short works by classical authors.
Prerequisite: EAS220Y1

EAS368Y1
The Philosophy of the Buddha (formerly EAS260Y1) 52S

The philosophy of the Buddha as preserved in the Pali Canon and its development in the Early Schools in India.
Exclusion: EAS260Y1
Recommended preparation: RLG206Y1

EAS371Y1
Introduction to Korean Thought 52L

An examination of the thought and works of major Korean scholars in which comparisons are made to Chinese and Japanese scholars and their works.
Prerequisite: EAS270Y1

EAS395Y0
The Development of Greater China

To achieve an in-depth understanding of China, this course discussed China’s national and international issues in the “living textbook.” It emphasizes current events and hot topics in the media. The focus may vary depending on current events and the instructor’s interests. Normally offered only in the Woodsworth College Hong Kong Summer Programme.

EAS398H0/399Y0
Independent Experiential Study Project

An instructor-supervised group project in an off-campus setting. See page 40 for details.

EAS400Y1
Modern Standard Chinese IV 78S

A continuation of EAS300Y1. Further study of texts from a wide range of topics.
Exclusion: EAS290Y1
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1(minimum 70%)
Condition: Students will be required to certify that they are aware that if at any time they are found to have entered the course with a knowledge of Chinese greater than that represented by EAS300Y1 they will be obliged to withdraw from the course.

EAS402Y1
Empire and Nation in East Asia 52S

Examines writings on the Japanese Empire, concentrating on the colonization of Korea with some attention to Taiwan and Manchuria. The approach is comparative, with students expected to read studies of other colonial situations.
Recommended preparation: EAS204Y1

EAS405Y1
Art and Literary Theory of Pre-Modern China 52S

Essential works of Chinese painting and calligraphy theory and literary criticism from the pre-Qin period to the Qing dynasty. Based on close reading and translation of original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1, EAS306Y1

EAS407H1
Textual analysis of Classical Chinese Philosophy 26S

Readings of texts from ancient and medieval Chinese philosophy. Beginning by linguistic (especially semantic) analysis of key words, structure and meaning of sentences, paragraphs and text as a whole. Philosophical analysis proceeds from linguistic analysis.
Prerequisite: PHL237H1, EAS306Y1

EAS408H1
Modern Taiwanese Literature 26S

A general survey of modern Taiwanese literature from 1949 until today. It attempts to examine issues such as historical/cultural context, oral/written language, self-identification, gender, human rights, etc., central to understanding the Taiwanese experience. Readings are available in translation and in the original.

EAS410Y1
Modern Standard Korean IV 52S

Emphasis on communicative skills, grammatical structure, efficient reading ability and composition. Readings from original writings on various aspects of Korean culture.
Prerequisite: EAS310Y1

EAS431H1
Advanced Topics in Japanese Cinema 26S

The focus ranges from the examination of cross-cultural theoretical problems (such as Orientalism) to a director based focus, from the examination of genre (such as documentary or the category of genre itself) to the way film intersects with other cultural forms and technologies (such as Video and New Media)
Prerequisite: EAS237Y1

EAS442H1
Chinese Poetry I (formerly EAS442Y1) 26S

Essential works of Chinese poetry from the pre-Qin period to the Six Dynasties. Based on close reading and translation of original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: EAS306Y1

EAS445H1
Chinese Poetry II (formerly EAS445Y1) 26S

Essential works of Chinese poetry from the Tang Dynasty. Based on close reading and translation of original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: EAS306Y1

EAS446H1
Pre-Modern Chinese Vernacular Literature I: Fiction 26S

Essential works of Chinese fiction from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing eras. Based on close reading and translation of original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1, EAS306Y1

EAS447H1
Pre-Modern Chinese Vernacular Literature II: Drama 26S

Essential works of Chinese dramas from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing eras. Based on close reading and translation of original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1, EAS306Y1

EAS456H1
Japan as seen by ?: Reference, Apparatus, Operation 26S

Discusses how images of Japan, charged with varied degrees of desire for empirical knowledge, have contributed to contemporary novels and plays by David Mitchell, Ruth L. Ozeki, David Mamet, Joy Kogawa, Kazuo Ishiguro, Marguerite Duras, and David Hwang. All the readings, including Japanese literary and theoretical, are available in English.

EAS457H1
Approaches to Modern Japanese History 26S

This advanced seminar analyzes contemporary and past approaches to the writing of modern Japanese history, including detailed discussion of dominant tropes, metaphors and periodization schemes in historiography, especially as it is practiced in North America. Readings include contemporary theories of historical writing and “the event” by Jacques Rancierre, Foucault, Blanchot and others.
Prerequisite: A course in Japanese history
Recommended preparation: EAS247H1, EAS281H1/Y1/EAS347H1

EAS460H1
Modern Standard Japanese IVa 52S

Focus on oral/aural communication. Emphasis is on acquisition of vocabulary, spoken styles and communication strategies that are required to carry formal/informal conversation in contemporary Japanese society. Class meets once a week. Native or close-to-native speakers are not permitted to take this course.
Exclusion: EAS460H1
Prerequisite: EAS320Y1

EAS461H1
Modern Standard Japanese IVb 52S

Focus on advanced writing and reading skills. Emphasis is on acquisition of vocabulary/kanji and expressions especially in authentic written Japanese text. Class meets once a week. Native or close-to-native Japanese speakers are not permitted to take this course.
Exclusion: EAS461H1
Prerequisite: EAS320Y1

EAS462H1
Ethnographic Literature on Korea: Class, Gender & Family 26L

This course addresses writing ethnography as a cultural critique through the anthropological literature dealing with Korean women, marriage, gender and class.

EAS468Y1
Mahayana Buddhist Philosophy (formerly EAS360Y1) 52S

Close study of selected Indian and Chinese Mahayana texts in translation, with emphasis on Madhyamaka and Hua-yen.
Exclusion: EAS333Y1/360Y1
Recommended preparation: RLG206Y1

EAS470H1
Religion in Korea 26S

The religious beliefs of the Korean people, shamanism, Buddhism, Christianity, minor cults and the new religions. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: EAS270Y1

EAS473H1
Modern Korean History Seminar 26S

An examination of recent research results in the modern Korean history field, focusing especially on the late 19th and 20th centuries
Prerequisite: EAS271Y1

EAS476Y1
Democracy and History in Korea 52S

This course examines approaches to the history of the south Korean democracy movement and the role of history within the democracy movement itself.
Recommended preparation: EAS271H1

EAS490H1
Introduction to Japanese Linguistics: Syntax and Semantics 78L

This course introduces Japanese grammatical items in a scientifically and theoretically oriented manner. The goals of the course are: to gain knowledge of the basic characteristics of sentence structure and meaning in Japanese; to become familiar with selected theoretical analyses; and to develop a repertoire of linguistic vocabulary. It is also recommended for anyone considering a career as a teacher of Japanese.
Prerequisite: EAS320Y1
Recommended Preparation: LIN100Y1, LIN204H1

EAS493H1
Theory and Practice of Japanese Language Instruction 39S

This course provides an overview of theories and issues in second language teaching for those who are or will be involved in Japanese language teaching. The class discussion includes the theory and history of teaching methods and their theoretical implications. Students will also practice actual teaching in real classroom settings.
Prerequisite: EAS460H1/EAS461H1

EAS495Y1
Topics in East Asian Studies 52S

An in-depth study of Chinese, Japanese or Korean culture, history and/or literature. Content in any given year depends on the instructor.
Recommended preparation: Varies from year to year

EAS496H1
Topics in East Asian Studies 26S

An in-depth study of Chinese, Japanese or Korean culture, history and/or literature. Content in any given year depends on the instructor.
Recommended preparation: Varies from year to year
INDEPENDENT STUDIES

EAS434H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA

EAS435H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA

A scholarly project chosen by the student, approved by the Department, and supervised by one of its instructors. Consult with the EAS Undergraduate Handbook for more information.
Prerequisite: Five EAS courses

EAS436H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA

EAS437H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA

A scholarly project chosen by the student, approved by the Department, and supervised by one of its instructors. Consult with the EAS Undergraduate Handbook for more information.
Prerequisite: Five EAS courses