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Syllabus format 2027
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Semester2027Summer
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CourseJapanese Language A(Beginner Elementary)
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Instructor
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Instructed only by foreign languages
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Instruction LanguageEnglish
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Japanese
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Active Learning included
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Active Learning TypeDiscussion, DebatesGroup workPresentation
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Flipped ClassroomPracticum/FieldworkExperience
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InvestigationMock classesPBLOthers
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Course DescriptionIntroduction to modern spoken Japanese through aural-oral drills and exercises, and mastery of
the basic grammatical structures. Emphasis on the spoken language, although there will also be
exposure to enough of the Japanese writing systems to meet practical needs. Practical use and
observing of the language will be emphasized. This course comprises of at least 2,800 minutes (46 hours and 40 minutes) of course contact time and at least 5,600 minutes (93 hours and 20 minutes) of independent study, for a total student workload of at least 8,400 minutes (140 hours).
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Course ObjectivesBy the end of the session, students should be able:
1. To successfully perform basic communicative acts in limited daily situations.
2. To speak utilizing the proper social registers, with a basic understanding of Japanese
cultural norms.
3. To recognize Japanese written forms.
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Course Schedule　※Fill in according to the number of times the class is to be held.
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Date
Details
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1st15-JunCourse Guidance
Structure of the Japanese Language
A1 Lesson 1-2 (Greetings)
A1 Lesson 3 (Self-Introduction)
A1 Lesson 4 (The Place I live)
Hiragana Reading (あ～た)
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2nd16-JunA1 Lesson 5 (Food)
-tabe-masu, nomi-masu, suki desu
-Question words: nani
Hiragana Reading（な～は）
Field Trip
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3rd17-JunA1 Lesson 6 (The Place I Eat)
-Question words: doko
A1 Lesson 7 (Home)
-Question words: dare
-ari-masu, i-masu
Numbers and Counters
-1-10, -nin
Hiragana Reading（ま～ん）
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4th18-JunA1 Lesson 10 (Holidays)
-Verbs
Introduction to Katakana
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5th21-JunA1 Lesson 11 (Hobby)
-Question words: donna
A1 Lesson 14 (My Town)
-IA, NA Adjectives
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6th22-JunA1 Lesson 17 (Holidays and Days Off)
-Past tense
-Question words: doo
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7th23-JunFINAL TEST Guidance
FINAL TEST Preparation
Field Trip
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8th24-JunFINAL TEST (9:30-10:30)
-P38,P53,P63,P70,P73,P93,P104,P107,P128
-Conjugation of Verbs/Adjectives
-Numbers and counters
-Hiragana reading
Presentation Guidance
Presentation Preparation
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9th25-JunPresentation Preparation
Presentation
-Self-Introduction, My Town, My Hobby, and My Experience in Japan
Introduction to Kanji
Japanese Culture
Japanese History
Feedback
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Supplementary Activities　※Fill in according to the number of times the class is to be held.
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Date
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1st15-JunHiragana practice and a short written self-introduction using basic greetings.
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2nd16-JunFood-vocabulary exercise using a sample Japanese menu.
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3rd17-JunHome and restaurant location activity using doko, dare, numbers, and counters.
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4th18-JunKatakana recognition activity using holiday and travel vocabulary.
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5th21-JunIllustrated description of the student’s hometown and hobbies using adjectives.
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6th22-JunShort diary entry describing a previous holiday or day off using the past tense.
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7th23-JunPractical-language review based on signs and expressions observed during fieldwork.
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8th24-JunFinal-test review worksheet covering verbs, adjectives, counters, and hiragana.
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9th25-JunPresentation reflection using vocabulary related to the student’s town, hobbies, and experiences in Japan.
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Feedback MethodCritique and Commentary in class
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Provide feedback via email, etc.
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Correct and return tests and reports
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No feedback
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Others(Details=>)Rubric-based evaluation for presentations
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TextbookMarugoto Starter Rikai- A1
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Supplementary Reading
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Grading100-90 = A 89-80 = B 79-70 = C 69-60 = D 59 and below = F
Breakdown:
● Participation: 1/3%
● Attendance: 1/3%
● Final Exam & Presentation: 1/3%
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Contact with Instructor
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Courses taught by faculty with practical experience
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Keywords
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