This course is designed to expose students to contemporary social topics in Japan through electronic and print media. Students will be updated with the ever-changing issues in the Japanese society, such as new words in the language, the change of Japanese political structure and society.

CILO-1: Students will be able to utilize a variety of reading skills CILO-2: Students will be able to comprehend materials for upper-intermediate language learners. CILO-3: Students will be able to identify the features of different literary styles.