This course is highly recommended for both business and leisure travelers who plan to visit Japan. At the end of the course, students will be able to communicate in common situations using Japanese learned in this course. It is designed to be beneficial to both students with no prior knowledge of the language, and to those with a basic understanding of Japanese. Special emphasis is placed on solid understanding of grammar points and on accurate use of these grammatical patterns in a culturally appropriate context. Topics discussed include greeting, shopping, ordering food, making telephone calls, and gift giving. Students memorize useful expressions, key sentences, and short dialogues for each topic. In addition to classroom lecture and drills, students will have an opportunity to learn Japanese calligraphy and have a presentation on Japanese art.

Kazuko Suzuki ()

Dates: July 1 - August 9, 2013

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