110-165 Indonesian Level 1A

No knowledge of Indonesian is assumed at the beginning of this subject.

110-166 Indonesian Conversation A

This is an intensive subject developing the ability to speak, read and write Indonesian. Students should learn basic vocabulary and sentence patterns enabling them to communicate at a very simple level and should have acquired basic knowledge about Indonesian society and culture.

• acquire written communication skills through essay writing and seminar discussion;

• show attention to detail through essay preparation and writing;

• acquire time management and planning skills through managing and organising workloads for recommended reading, essay and assignment completion;

• acquire public speaking skills through tutorial and seminar discussion and class presentations.

Three written tests 30% (due early semester, mid-semester and late semester), three essays of 330 words 30% (due early semester, mid-semester and late semester), a 2-hour written final examination 30% (due during the examination period) and continuous class participation 10%. Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of all classes in order to be eligible to take the examination.

Materials supplied by the Institute.