Japanese 4 is a post-beginner level course that aims to develop students’ communicative skills in spoken and written Japanese with emphasis on developing oral fluency and aural competency. Students are also encouraged to be responsible and creative with their learning. Community service is an integrated activity that gives them opportunities to immerse themselves in inter-language and intercultural situations.
Working Process
To assist Japanese residents in District 7 who have learned and intended to learn Vietnamese, students planned and conducted private Vietnamese lessons. The students interviewed Japanese participants and determined their level of Vietnamese and needs. Then, searched for references, planned, and carried out private Vietnamese lessons. After completing three sessions, they wrote up a reflective report based on their experience in teaching their native languages to foreigners and communicating in Japanese with native speakers.
