Class Overview
Continue to improve your Japanese language skills in this engaging and interactive class.
In this intermediate-level class, increase your oral and written communication skills while expanding your vocabulary and knowledge about Japanese culture. Learn more useful and colorful practical expressions.
You will get acquainted with intermediate-level Japanese grammar and continue learning to read and write Hiragana and Katakana as well as learning Kanji. Enjoy learning in a group setting with other students of a similar level with instruction from a native speaker.
*** The class meets via Zoom when it's offered online. If you are unfamiliar with Zoom, please click FAQ about Online Classes for the instructions. When it's offered in person, the class meets at the Broadway Edison Building. Click Broadway Campus to view the address and map if needed.
Learning Objectives
- Be familiar with more practical conversational vocabulary and expressions
- Improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills for conversations in a variety of topics
- Gain confidence of speaking Japanese and having discussions in Japanese
- Improve grammar skills and fluency
- Deepen understanding of traditional and modern Japanese culture
Recommended Textbook
Japanese For Busy People Book 1, the 4th Edition. Romanized Version ISBN-13: 978-1568366197 or Kana Version ISBN-13: 978-1568366203.
Who Might Enjoy This Class?
Prerequisites: Some previous knowledge of Japanese (up to Level 4, 80 hours of study) or equivalent.
- People learning Japanese who wish to advance Japanese conversational skills and fluency in a very interactive and fun learning environment
- Students who have taken Japanese 1–4 (4 quarters = 80 hours) in the past and who wish to continue learning Japanese
- People who enjoy improving their Japanese language skills with an eye toward someday speaking Japanese fluently