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Self-Paced | Learn Japanese. Discover Japan! Unit 1 - Traditional Homes

Ages 9-16
Self-Paced Course
Dive into the wonders of Japan! Explore its culture, language, customs, history, and hidden gems to prepare for your next adventure. Perfect for young adventurers to discover Japan & learn the language — right from home!
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4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content

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Overview

Self-Paced Course
Asynchronous learning — no live meetings
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assignments
2-4 hours per week. For each lesson, there are worksheets available to complete. Learners can choose to complete the assignments based on their levels.
Assessment
included

Class Experience

Beginner - Intermediate Level
🌟 WELCOME TO JAPAN LET'S GO! PRE-RECORDED CLASS 🌟
Join our fun and engaging Japanese culture & language class on Outschool! In Unit 1: Kyoto, we’ll explore traditional Japanese homes, understand the culture & customs, learn key phrases, and recognize Japanese writing.

WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT
➜ Cultural insights about Japanese culture & customs 
➜ Basic Japanese phrases for travel and communication
➜ How to write Japanese characters
 
CLASS STRUCTURE
➜ 4 lesson videos (around 10~15 minutes each)
➜ 100+ pages of notes & worksheets, divided into 3 levels:
     ⇒ Level ⭐ beginners with no prior knowledge
     ⇒ Level ⭐⭐ beginner/intermediate with some knowledge still learning to write
     ⇒ Level ⭐⭐⭐ intermediate with knowledge of hiragana and katakana

LEARNER INTERACTION
While this is a pre-recorded class, learners are encouraged to share pictures of their progress and post videos practicing their Japanese in the classroom. I’ll be actively engaging with your posts and will respond promptly to support your learning journey!

Learning Goals

Explore Japan: Discover cool places in Japan, from cultural landmarks to modern cities, learning about food, history, pop culture, etc.
Respect Traditions: Learn about Japanese customs and traditions to understand and show respect for their culture.

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Culture
 Vocabulary:
house
room dividers
sliding doors
foyer
room
kitchen
straw mat
cushion
stairs
bed
Japanese bedding
yard/garden
bathtub
toilet 
Lesson 2:
Conversation
 Sentences:
Where is ____?
_____ is _____.

Vocabulary:
here
there
over there
straight ahead
right
left
up
down
front
back 
Lesson 3:
Characters
 家
右
左
上
下 
Lesson 4:
Review
 Lessons 1~3 with real-life scenarios 

Other Details

Supply List
Notes & worksheets will be provided.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master’s Degree in Education from University of Texas at Dallas
I acquired the Japanese language and culture through my upbringing in a Japanese household.

Reviews

1 total ratings, 1 with reviews

My son enjoyed this class. Thank you.
Rena S.on Apr 25


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