Japanese beginners: module 1

About this course

This introductory course develops basic spoken Japanese for everyday situations. Learners practise greetings, introductions, asking about places and opening times, shopping, prices, food and drinks, with language work on questions and positive or negative answers, numbers, time, names and colours. Teaching follows a communicative approach, combining speaking and listening practice with active interaction, pair and group work, role plays, pictures, realia and authentic material. Audio-visual techniques may also be used when appropriate. Cultural content considers aspects of life in Japan.

What you'll learn

• Use basic greetings and daily expressions when introducing themselves and others
• Ask and answer simple questions using positive and negative forms
• Ask about the opening and closing times of different places
• Use numbers to tell the time and ask about prices
• Order food and drinks and make simple purchases in Japanese
• Describe basic aspects of life and people in Japan

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for complete beginners with no stated need for prior Japanese study. It suits learners prepared to participate actively in speaking and listening activities, including pair and group work and role plays.

• Includes pair and group activities
• Uses role plays alongside speaking and listening practice

Before you go

• Course materials are based on the tutor's own material. A book may be recommended.