8B530901 Advanced Japanese　Academic Writing

Hiroshima University Syllabus

Japanese

Academic Year 2026Year School/Graduate School Morito Institute of Global Higher Education

Lecture Code 8B530901 Subject Classification Specialized Education

Subject Name 日本語上級　アカデミック・ライティング

Subject Name
（Katakana）

Subject Name in
English Advanced Japanese　Academic Writing

Instructor ZHANG JINGXIN

Instructor
(Katakana) チョウ　ショウキン

Campus Higashi-Hiroshima Semester/Term 1st-Year,  Second Semester,  Intensive

Days, Periods, and Classrooms (Int) Inte：ECON A208

Lesson Style Seminar Lesson Style
(More Details) Face-to-face

Credits 1.0 Class Hours/Week 　 Language of Instruction J : Japanese

Course Level 1 : Undergraduate Introductory

Course Area（Area） 22 : Language Education

Course Area（Discipline） 01 : Japanese

Eligible Students This program is intended primarily for international students enrolled as special auditors in the study abroad program at the Mongolian National University of Science and Technology.

Keywords Logical Thinking, Discourse Structure, Peer Reading, Peer Response

Special Subject for Teacher Education 　 Special Subject 　

Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)

Class Objectives
/Class Outline (1)    Develop the ability to write essays on a variety of topics with a clear structure.
(2)    Learn writing techniques for various essay types, such as opinion pieces, explanatory essays, descriptive essays, and personal experience essays.
(3)    Learn essay structure and persuasion techniques from sources such as the newspaper column “Tensei Jingo.”

Class Schedule Session 1: Orientation／Learn about the structure of Japanese discourse.
Session 2: Understand the essay topic and clarify the writer’s perspective and opinion.
Session 3:    Clarify the basis for your opinion.
Session 4:    Provide appropriate examples (specific instances).
Session 5:    Explain the current situation.
Session 6:    Consider how to present your conclusion.
Session 7:    Consider whether you are approaching the topic from diverse angles and perspectives.
Session 8:    Consider a solid paragraph structure (introduction, body, conclusion).
Session 9:    Pay attention to the differences between written and spoken language.
Session 10:    Aim for consistency in writing style.
Session 11    Point to Note #1: “Sentence Twists”
Session 12    Point to Note #2: “Deviation from the Assignment”
Session 13    Point to Note #3: “Logical Contradictions”
Session 14    Writing Practice (Peer Reading and Peer Feedback Among Students)
Session 15    Writing Practice (Peer Reading and Peer Feedback in Groups)

Examination

Text/Reference
Books,etc. 『日本語を学ぶ人のためのアカデミック・ライティング講座』アスク
『速攻トレーニング　記述編』アルク
『天声人語』朝日新聞

PC or AV used in
Class,etc. Text, Handouts

(More Details)

Learning techniques to be incorporated Discussions, Paired Reading

Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review (1)    Review the vocabulary, grammar, and writing techniques related to each lesson’s theme in advance using reference books or other materials.
(2)    It is advisable to take an interest in current events, such as newspaper columns, and develop the habit of reading them regularly.

Requirements ・This course is intended for international students, and priority for enrollment will be given to students participating in the study abroad program at the National University of Science and Technology of Mongolia.

Grading Method 1. Quizzes on understanding of each class session: 20%
2. Participation in classroom activities (presentations (20%) and assessment activities (20%)): 40%
3. End-of-semester exam: 40%

Practical Experience

Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it

Message Be mindful of the different types of Japanese texts (such as opinion pieces and personal accounts), and make a point of reading a wide variety of texts, ranging from essays to short academic papers. In addition, we’ll study current affairs in Japanese by examining newspaper editorials and other materials.

Other

Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

Academic Year	2026Year	School/Graduate School	Morito Institute of Global Higher Education
Lecture Code	8B530901	Subject Classification	Specialized Education
Subject Name	日本語上級　アカデミック・ライティング
Subject Name （Katakana）
Subject Name in English	Advanced Japanese　Academic Writing
Instructor	ZHANG JINGXIN
Instructor (Katakana)	チョウ　ショウキン
Campus	Higashi-Hiroshima	Semester/Term	1st-Year, Second Semester, Intensive
Days, Periods, and Classrooms	(Int) Inte：ECON A208
Lesson Style	Seminar	Lesson Style (More Details)	Face-to-face

Credits	1.0	Class Hours/Week		Language of Instruction	J : Japanese
Course Level	1 : Undergraduate Introductory
Course Area（Area）	22 : Language Education
Course Area（Discipline）	01 : Japanese
Eligible Students	This program is intended primarily for international students enrolled as special auditors in the study abroad program at the Mongolian National University of Science and Technology.
Keywords	Logical Thinking, Discourse Structure, Peer Reading, Peer Response
Special Subject for Teacher Education		Special Subject
Class Status within Educational Program (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced Evaluation (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Class Objectives /Class Outline	(1) Develop the ability to write essays on a variety of topics with a clear structure. (2) Learn writing techniques for various essay types, such as opinion pieces, explanatory essays, descriptive essays, and personal experience essays. (3) Learn essay structure and persuasion techniques from sources such as the newspaper column “Tensei Jingo.”
Class Schedule	Session 1: Orientation／Learn about the structure of Japanese discourse. Session 2: Understand the essay topic and clarify the writer’s perspective and opinion. Session 3: Clarify the basis for your opinion. Session 4: Provide appropriate examples (specific instances). Session 5: Explain the current situation. Session 6: Consider how to present your conclusion. Session 7: Consider whether you are approaching the topic from diverse angles and perspectives. Session 8: Consider a solid paragraph structure (introduction, body, conclusion). Session 9: Pay attention to the differences between written and spoken language. Session 10: Aim for consistency in writing style. Session 11 Point to Note #1: “Sentence Twists” Session 12 Point to Note #2: “Deviation from the Assignment” Session 13 Point to Note #3: “Logical Contradictions” Session 14 Writing Practice (Peer Reading and Peer Feedback Among Students) Session 15 Writing Practice (Peer Reading and Peer Feedback in Groups) Examination
Text/Reference Books,etc.	『日本語を学ぶ人のためのアカデミック・ライティング講座』アスク『速攻トレーニング　記述編』アルク『天声人語』朝日新聞
PC or AV used in Class,etc.	Text, Handouts
(More Details)
Learning techniques to be incorporated	Discussions, Paired Reading
Suggestions on Preparation and Review	(1) Review the vocabulary, grammar, and writing techniques related to each lesson’s theme in advance using reference books or other materials. (2) It is advisable to take an interest in current events, such as newspaper columns, and develop the habit of reading them regularly.
Requirements	・This course is intended for international students, and priority for enrollment will be given to students participating in the study abroad program at the National University of Science and Technology of Mongolia.
Grading Method	1. Quizzes on understanding of each class session: 20% 2. Participation in classroom activities (presentations (20%) and assessment activities (20%)): 40% 3. End-of-semester exam: 40%
Practical Experience
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it
Message	Be mindful of the different types of Japanese texts (such as opinion pieces and personal accounts), and make a point of reading a wide variety of texts, ranging from essays to short academic papers. In addition, we’ll study current affairs in Japanese by examining newspaper editorials and other materials.
Other
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes. Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

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