Japanese 1 - writing for beginners part 2

Come and improve your knowledge of the basic writing system of kanji and write sentences using all characters including hiragana, katakana and kanji. Suitable if you are studying Japanese at level 1.

If you're unsure of the level of course you should study, click here to view a language self-assessment chart

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Key course information

Date
29/01/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
11:00 - 15:30

Fees
Full fee: £32^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LJW12

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

Learning to write Japanese characters hiragana, katanaka and kanji. The emphasis will be on developing your knowledge and writing skills of kanji. This course will enable you to write and pronounce about 30 kanji and to write sentences in Japanese.

What topics will we cover?

On and Kun reading, radicals, online dictionary use, writing rules of kanji, character order and shape, hiragana, katakana and kanji, compound words.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

-Practise On and Kun reading
-Recognise and use radicals
-Understand the basic writing rules of kanji, including order and shape of characters.
-Write sentences using all characters, hiragana, katakana and kanji
-Use compound words.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Near beginners - students should have knowledge of basic Japanese grammar, be able to read and write hiragana and katakana. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- pair and group work
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Pencil and rubber
All other materials will be given by tutor.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You tutor will advice you on appropriate progression routes.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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