Japanese I
This course provides an introduction to the Japanese language using Lessons 1 and 2 from the “Genki” textbook. Students will learn foundational aspects of Japanese grammar, vocabulary, and writing systems, focusing on basic greetings, self-introduction, and common expressions. By the end of the course, students will be able to engage in simple conversations and understand basic written Japanese.
Required Materials
“Genki: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese,” Volume 1, Third Edition
ISBN 978-4789017305
Available through various booksellers and Amazon
“Genki Workbook: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese,” Volume 1, Third Edition
ISBN 978-4789017312
Available through various booksellers and Amazon
Instructor
Born and raised in northeast-Wisconsin, as a kid I loved anime and languages in high school so I started studying Japanese my first year of college, then spent several years in Japan as a student and English teacher. I love ... read more
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Identify the three Japanese writing systems: Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji.
- Describe the basic functions and uses of Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji in Japanese.
- Write simple words or phrases using Hiragana and Katakana.
- List key aspects of Japanese cultural etiquette and communication styles.
- Explain the significance of Japanese cultural norms in communication.
- Demonstrate appropriate cultural etiquette and communication styles in role-playing scenarios.
- Recall common Japanese greetings such as “こんにちは” (Konnichiwa) and “おはようございます” (Ohayou gozaimasu).
- Use common greetings correctly in conversation and role-playing exercises.
- Construct simple sentences using the basic Japanese sentence structure (Subject-Object-Verb).
Prerequisites
This course is for beginning Japanese speakers, there is no prerequisite.
Notes
This is a noncredit enrichment program. Progress and courses completed are marked by Continuing Education Units. CEUs are not transferable to college or university transcripts.
Date: 6 Tue, Jan 21-Feb 25, 2025
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: David Drumm
Fee: $229
Discounts Available
| Discount Code | Description |
|---|---|
| OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
| HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 16
Program Number: 7781-16740
Registration Deadline: Jan 20, 2025
Registration is Full.Date: 6 Wed, Jan 22-Feb 26, 2025
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: David Drumm
Fee: $229
Discounts Available
| Discount Code | Description |
|---|---|
| OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
| HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 16
Program Number: 7781-16903
Registration Deadline: Jan 21, 2025
Registration is Full.
