Japanese 3 upper: module 2

About this course

The course develops communication in everyday situations, with particular emphasis on speaking and listening. Lessons combine pair and group activities, role plays, realia, pictures, authentic materials and audio-visual resources where appropriate. Participants work with Japanese grammar including the volitional form, te-form, indirect questions using ka/kadooka, and -shi for linking reasons or explanations. Reading and writing practice covers articles, longer paragraphs, Kana and additional Kanji. Cultural content explores Japan, its culture and contemporary society.

What you'll learn

• Express intentions, thoughts and suggestions in Japanese
• Explain feelings, circumstances and how an action is carried out
• Ask indirect questions using ka/kadooka
• Link related reasons, excuses or thoughts using -shi
• Read articles with greater fluency and write longer paragraphs using Kana and Kanji

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for upper-intermediate learners who have completed Japanese 3 upper: module 1 or studied Japanese for about four years. Learners should be fluent in Hiragana and Katakana and have some basic Kanji knowledge. Lessons involve active interaction, pair and group work and role plays.

• Previous Japanese study of about four years is indicated
• Fluency in Hiragana and Katakana is expected
• Some basic knowledge of Kanji is indicated
• Participation includes pair work, group work and role plays

Before you go

• The course is based on the tutor's own materials.
• The tutor might recommend a book.