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Journey to Japan (Self-Paced)
Linda Lu
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(84)
In this self-paced class, students will learn about Japanese culture, food, etiquette, and traditions. This is an asynchronous class with no live meetings.
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Do you want to learn more about Japanese culture? Are you interested in traveling to Japan? Take the time to learn more about the culture, food, traditions, and etiquette before you go. **This is a self-aced class. There are no live meetings. I offer a live section of Journey to Japan that is an ongoing club in a separate listing. I decided to make a flex version of the class for students who are interested, but not able to attend the live meetings. This format works well if you learner...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Japanese Etiquette: Dos and Don'ts for Travelers in JapanThis lesson is all about etiquette that travelers should know before arriving in Japan, For example, do take off your shoes when asked. Also, don't blow your nose in public. Learn more dos and don'ts that all travelers should know before booking a trip to Japan.Week 2Lesson 2Popular Japanese Foods: An OverviewThis lesson is about sushi, ramen, matcha, mochi, and other popular foods to try in Japan.Week 3Lesson 3Anime, Cosplay, & MangaThis lesson is about anime, cosplay, and manga. We will learn what each of these things are, how they came to be, and why they become popular worldwide.Week 4Lesson 4TokyoLet's explore the capital city of Japan from the skyscrapers and shopping centers to temples and Mount Fuji.Week 5Lesson 5Osaka, Kobe, and KyotoDiscover things to do from Osaka Castle and Mount Rokko to breath-taking temples, shrines, and Japanese tea ceremonies.Week 6Lesson 6How to Plan a Trip to JapanTips and tricks for planning an great vacation to Japan.
Students will gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture.
While researching content for this class, I make an effort to collaborate with friends of mine who are Japanese. I look for sources that are written by people from Japan and/or who are well-qualified to speak about the topic. I lived and worked in Japan for two years. My intention is to share what I have learned about Japan with students in a way that is respectful of Japanese culture and traditions.
Homework Offered
Each week students will view the video lesson posted in the classroom. After viewing the video, students will take the comprehension quiz by using the link posted in the classroom. Kahoot is used for this purpose. Visit the website to learn more about how it works: kahoot.com. After viewing the video and taking the quiz, students will participate in the discussion board. Each week, a discussion question will be posted in the classroom that is related to the weekly topic. Students can participate in the discussion with the students and teacher.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
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In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Hello families! My name is Linda Lu. I teach English Language Arts and social studies at a middle school in the United States. My education includes a Master's Degree in Teaching and a Bachelor's degree in English. Additionally, I am certified...
Self-Paced Class
$10
weekly or $60 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 27 learners
Ages: 10-14
