This is an introduction to the Japanese language. Students will learn greetings, introductions, and basic questions, with a focus on when to use which phrase and with whom. Students will also be introduced to hiragana, one of the Japanese writing systems. 

Week 1: Greetings (Hello, goodbye, good morning, good night, etc) 
Week 2: Introductions (My name is... What is your name... etc) 
Week 3: Basic questions (Do you speak...? How are you? Where is the...?)
Week 4: Hiragana (A-To)
Week 5: Hiragana (Ha-N)
Week 6: Putting it all together

Because practicing is key for students learning a language, students will require a pencil (with eraser) as well as paper or a note book. Students will practice their hiragana penmanship to help them connect writing to speaking. 

Students will be expected to have both their cameras and microphones on during the class in order to demonstrate correct pronunciation and articulation. Learning will include reading, writing, and listening activities. The lesson will include slides, games, video clips, and discussion. No previous learning experience is required.