Japanese Language Program for Adults
Students learn the language of modern Japan. Structured classes provide the opportunity for active participation and practice. 10 Classes.
Introductory
The course is designed for students who are studying Japanese for truly the first time. The Hiragana reading and writing system, greetings, simple phrases, fun cultural topics and travel tips to Japan will be introduced. This course is led without a textbook.
No Textbooks
Beginner Courses
Textbooks:
Japanese for Busy People Vol. 1 (Japanese Kana Version, Revised 4th Edition)
*The textbook can be purchased from the JCCC Gift Shop.
Contents:
BEGINNER I - Introduces the Katakana reading and writing system, basic grammar, conversation patterns, and essential vocabulary, related to self-introduction, shopping, and traveling. Students should already be able to read the 46 Hiragana letters.
BEGINNER II - This class focuses on practical communication in everyday life and a study of basic grammar, such as the conjugation of verbs and adjectives. Students must have completed Beginner 1 or have equivalent knowledge of Japanese as well as Hiragana reading and writing systems.
BEGINNER III - This class focuses on practical communication, such as requesting or asking permission. Students must have completed Beginner 2 or have equivalent knowledge of Japanese as well as Hiragana and Katakana writing systems.
Intermediate Courses
Textbooks:
Japanese for Busy People Vol. 2 (Revised 4th Edition)
*The textbook can be purchased from the JCCC Gift Shop.
Contents:
INTERMEDIATE I - This class balances active communication with a further deepening in mastery of reading, writing, and grammar. Knowledge of Hiragana and Katakana is required. Some Kanji will be introduced.
INTERMEDIATE II - This class is a continuation of Intermediate 1, developing fluency in everyday communications.
INTERMEDIATE III - This class is a continuation of Intermediate 2, developing fluency in everyday communication.
Advance Courses
Textbooks:
Japanese for Busy People Vol. 3 (rev. 4th edition)
Contents:
ADVANCE I focuses on larger social topics. Students will be able to have meaningful conversations, to listen to others and to express their opinions.
ADVANCE II is a continuation of Advance 2 and covers language for advanced business situations.
ADVANCE III is a continuation of Advance 2 and covers language for advanced business situations.
Instructors
Coordinator: Akiko Maruoka
Instructor: Taiko Feldkamp, Noriko Furuya, Natsuko Mayers, Namiki Mochizuki, Kumiko Kitai, Aya Suemitsu, Michiko Sakamoto, Maiko Mori, Emma Nagata, Airi Ogata.
FAQs
Q. How many students are there in a class?
A. 20 students maximum in-person and 15 online.
Q. Can I request to be placed in the same class as my friend?
A. Yes, please write down your request on the registration form.
Q. I am not sure whether I registered for the appropriate level. Can I change classes after the session has started?
A. An assessment questionnaire/test (all levels) is now available at jccc.on.ca/programs/cultural-classes/japanese-language. For those participants unsure of which level to register in, this self-evaluation will help to determine the level they best fit in.
Q. How do I know which room to go to on the first day?
A. There will be an information board set up by the entrance for the first 2 weeks. Please look for your name to see which classroom you have been assigned to. Additionally, the registration confirmation email sent to participants will provide specifics of the classroom and teacher they have been assigned to.
Q. I am not able to attend the first class. Can I start from the second class?
A. Yes, you can start from the second class. We will inform the instructor. You will still be charged the full rate.
Q. Do I receive a certificate after completing the course?
A. Students who complete Beginner III or Intermediate III will receive a certificate.