Elementary Japanese I Course

Comments about Elementary Japanese I Course - At the institution - Montreal - Québec

• Objectives
  Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to do the following: 1. Derive meaning from written Japanese that contains vocabulary where context and/or background knowledge are supportive. 2. Write simple sentences using formulaic expressions and learned vocabulary in Japanese. 3. Utilize frequently used expressions to describe self and others, and formulate questions to satisfy basic needs. 4. Express basic needs and use basic courtesy expressions. 5. Demonstrate comprehension of frequently used words and phrases in simple spoken questions, statements, commands, and courtesy formulae. 6. Identify components of the culture, including physical (personal space, customs), non-verbal (gestures, music), geographical, and arts (music and art). 7. Read and write Hiragana, Katakana, and 75 Kanji characters.
• Course description
  1. Overview of Japanese Language
  2. Japanese communication styles
  3. Japanese grammar
  4. Speaking and Listening
  5. Oral exercises
  6. Tapes listening exercises
  7. Writing and Reading
  8. Romaji (Romanization)
  9. Hiragana
  10. Katakana
  11. Kanji (approximately 75 new kanji)
  12. Writing and reading exercises
  13. Grammar
  14. Numerals and counters
  15. Months, dates, days, and times
  16. Possessions
  17. Demonstratives
  18. Particles
  19. Daily activities (future and past)
  20. Expressing likes and dislikes
  21. Invitations
  22. Locations
  23. Existence
  24. Suggestions
  25. Adjectival and adverbial expressions
  26. Polite and plain forms
  27. Personal Transactions
  28. Introducing yourself and friends
  29. Everyday greetings
  30. Asking locations and showing locations on a map
  31. Describing one's town
  32. Making a phone call
  33. Invitations
  34. Asking how much things cost
  35. Polite requests
  36. Explaining schedules and daily life

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