Japanese Level 32 | Evenings

About this course

The course develops spoken Japanese through group work, role-plays and discussion, with the teacher using Japanese throughout to provide listening and comprehension practice. Lessons also address grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, including structures for expressing wishes, describing causes, making comparisons and discussing changes over time. Participants discuss topics including mobile phones, social trends, impressions of Japan and possible future developments. Some lessons use accessible Japanese news materials, allowing learners to discuss current affairs, culture, the environment and entertainment while working with charts or graphs.

What you'll learn

• Use Japanese structures to express another person’s wishes and desires.
• Explain reasons and causes using appropriate grammatical forms.
• Describe comparisons, similarities and changes occurring over time.
• Discuss selected social and cultural topics in Japanese.
• Interpret and explain information presented in charts or graphs.

Is this course right for you?

Listed as Advanced (C1+), this course is intended for learners who have already studied Japanese extensively and are progressing beyond earlier levels. Previous completion of Japanese Level 31 or study equivalent to at least 372 class hours is required. Participation includes regular spoken communication, group work, role-plays and discussion.

• Requires Japanese Level 31 or equivalent prior study.
• Suitable for learners ready to use Japanese throughout lessons.
• Includes group-based speaking activities and role-plays.
• Uses some accessible Japanese news materials for discussion.

Before you go

• Learners can access an online platform containing lesson summaries, notes and resources.
• The named coursebook is not required, as teachers may use different resources.