Japanese Level 1: Hiragana, Katakana, Basics & Conversation (Semester 1)

Japanese Level 1: Hiragana, Katakana, Basics & Conversation (Semester 1)

Japanese Level 1: Hiragana, Katakana, Basics & Conversation (Semester 1)

This Level 1 course introduces Hiragana, Katakana and basic Kanji alongside classroom phrases, greetings, numbers and practical vocabulary like shopping and making plans. Lessons build sequentially; students practice listening, speaking, writing and typing in Japanese and use role-play to apply new language. Textbook and workbook are required for participation; recorded lessons are available when a class is missed within the same week.

Japanese Level 1: Hiragana, Katakana, Basics & Conversation (Semester 1)

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
10–15
Duration
45 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
16

Class Experience

This Level 1 course introduces Hiragana, Katakana and basic Kanji alongside classroom phrases, greetings, numbers and practical vocabulary like shopping and making plans. Lessons build sequentially; students practice listening, speaking, writing and typing in Japanese and use role-play to apply new language. Textbook and workbook are required for participation; recorded lessons are available when a class is missed within the same week.

Learning Outcomes

  • Comprehend basic spoken and written Japanese and make cultural connections.

  • Communicate interpersonally in Japanese through speaking and writing.

  • Present short spoken and written information in Japanese.

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