Course information
Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
This beginner's course is suitable for those wishing to gain practical ability to communicate in Japanese in various situations in everyday life. No previous knowledge of the language is required.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- exchange greetings in Japanese
- give a simple self-introduction
- talk to someone briefly about your family
- talk about your favourite food/s
- recognise Japanese characters.
Content
- Exchanging greetings
- Using basic classroom Japanese
- Talking about countries, languages, and occupations
- Introducing yourself
- Talking about your family
- Talking about your preference of food and drinks
- Talking about what you often eat or drink
- Recognising Japanese characters
- Writing your name and country in Japanese
Who this course is for
Suitable for beginner A1 level students
Prerequisites
None
Delivery style
An interactive, online workshop
Prescribed text
Marugoto: Japanese Language and Culture Starter A1 (Coursebook for Communicative Language Activities), SANSHUSHA Publishing Co., Ltd. 1st Edition: October 2013 ISBN 978-4-384-05752-2 C0081
Marugoto: Japanese Language and Culture Starter A1 (Coursebook for Communicative Language Competence), SANSHUSHA Publishing Co., Ltd. 1st Edition: October 2013 ISBN 978-4-384-05753-9 C0081
Based on Chapters 1-5 of the above textbooks. These texts are used for activities and form the basis for consolidation and practice.
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