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Syllabus format 2027
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Semester2027 Winter
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CourseJapanese Language A（Beginner）
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Campus LocationJF Oberlin - Shinjuku Campus
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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 will meet for a total of (45) class hours.
Students receive 4 Oberlin University credits upon receiving a
passing grade in the course.
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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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1st5-JanCourse orientation
Grammar check
Useful phrases in the classroom
Wrting system of Japanese language
useful website and apps
Vocabulary for topic1
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2nd6-JanA2-1 lesson 1 (family and self-introduction)
A2-1 lesson 2 (hobbies, place to live, languages)
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3rd7-JanReview of the topic 1 (lesson 1&2)
A2-1 lesson 3 (seasons)
A2-1 lesson 4 (weather)
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4th8-JanReview of the topic 2 (lesson 3&4)
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5th11-JanReview of the topic 1&2
A2-1 lesson 5 (my town)
A2-1 lesson 6 (showing directions)
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6th12-JanReview of the topic 3 (lesson 5&6)
A2-1 lesson 7 (making an appointment)
A2-1 lesson 8 (going out)
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7th13-JanReview of the topic 4 (lesson 7&8)
A2-1 lesson 9 (learning other languages)
A2-1 lesson 10 (cultures of other countries)
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8th14-JanReview of the topic 1 - 4
Prepare for the final presentaiton
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9th15-JanFinal Test
Final presentation
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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1st5-Jan
Classroom-phrase practice and Japanese writing-system recognition exercise.
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2nd6-Jan
Partner introduction describing family, hobbies, hometown, and languages.
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3rd7-Jan
Short weather forecast and seasonal-vocabulary activity.
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4th8-Jan
Listening and speaking review covering seasons and weather.
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5th11-Jan
Tokyo neighborhood-map activity practicing place descriptions and directions.
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6th12-Jan
Role-play involving making an appointment and planning an outing.
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7th13-Jan
Cross-cultural conversation comparing language learning and customs in different countries.
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8th14-Jan
Final-presentation outline using vocabulary and grammar from Topics 1–4.
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9th15-Jan
Post-presentation reflection identifying language progress and areas for improvement.
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Feedback MethodCritique and Commendary 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 feedbacks
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Others(Details=>)
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TextbookMarugoto A2-1
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Supplementary Readingtadoku online https://tadoku.org/japanese/free-books/
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Grading100-90 = A 89-80 = B 79-70 = C 69-60 = D 59 and below = F
Breakdown:
participation 30%
5 min after class starts = late (0.5), 30 min = absence (0)
speaking tests 30%
final exam 20% (writing, reading, listening)
final presentation 20%
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Contact with Instructor
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U R L
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Courses taught by faculty with practical experience
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Keywords
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