Upper-Intermediate Japanese (B1-3): Preparation for JLPT N1
This ongoing class is suitable for learners who are able to understand Japanese used in everyday situations. This class aims to prepare for JLPT N1 exam. Please review the class description and take the self-assessment test.
Jay Kim, MA, MSc
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(240)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekAssignments
1-2 hours per week. Learners will be provided with texts to read, and questions about the content will be discussed during class.Grading
I understand that many families prefer to grant autonomy to their learners. Unless there are important matters that need to be communicated to the family, I will provide feedback upon request.Class Experience
Intermediate Level
In this class, our goal is to enhance vocabulary by reading newspaper and online articles while engaging in discussions together. We will consult as a class to choose articles for the texts, focusing on topics that interest everyone. Topics for the first four meetings are as follows: Week 1: "Kodomo shokudō" grassroots initiatives Week 2: Studio Ghibli Week 3: The history of rāmen Week 4: "Futōkō" issues To understand the level of this B1-3 class, you must be able to answer half of the questions below. Answers are after the questions. The answers can be found after the questions. Questions A.下線の言葉の読み方として最も良いものを選びなさい。 a.日本で暮らしてみたいという願望があります。 １． ねがぼう ２． ねがいのぞみ ３． がんぼう ４． げんぼう b. この治療には痛みが伴います。 1. はんい 2. ばんい 3. まかない 4. ともない B. 下線の言葉を漢字で書くときに最も良いものを選びなさい。 a. このクッキーには、ピーナツが含まれています。 1. なやまれて 2. ふくまれて 3. ゆうまれて 4. いまれて b. 仕事の内容は了承しました。 1. じょじょう 2. りょうしょう 3. にんしょう 4. らいじょう C. 次の質問に自由に答えてください。Please send your answers to the teacher via message through Outschool's “Ask a Question” feature. If possible, attach a photo of your handwritten notes. a. お茶を夜に飲むと眠れなくなることがあります。どうしてだと思いますか。 b. もし日本からあなたが今住んでいる所に友達が遊びに来たとしたら、どんな事を一緒にしたいですか。 c. 時間とお金があったら、どんな旅行がしたいですか。 Answers A a. 3 b. 4 B a. 2 b. 2 C Send your answers to the teacher.
Learning Goals
To gain advanced knowledge and speaking skills in Japanese.Aiming to pass the JLPT N1 level exam.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
To discuss contemporary Japanese culture, learners and their families are expected to show respect for diverse religious perspectives. Additionally, please be aware that discussions on Japanese food culture will include meat and fish dishes. I would also like to highlight that the Japanese language contains gendered elements.
Pre-Requisites
Please refer to the class description and try the level-check questions. This class is suitable for learners who are already comfortable with the JLPT N2 level.
Supply List
A notebook A pencil Print-outs of the text provided each week
Language of Instruction
Japanese
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
4.9
240reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from Meio University
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Waseda University
I was born and spent most of my life in Japan. The Japanese language varies slightly by region, and I focus on the version spoken in the Greater Tokyo area. I have experience teaching children, college students, and adults in a variety of classroom settings.Reviews
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$23
weekly1x per week
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
5-12 learners per class
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