Japanese-Language Education

このコースはまるごと中級B1モジュール2がおわった人、または、そのレベルの人* のためのコースです。
クラスでは日本のことばと文化を勉強し、日本語でいろいろなアクティビティをします。

The course opens with at least TEN (10) Registered Participants.

In Module 3 (of a four-module series), learners will be exposed to Nihongo that is as natural and authentic as possible, as well as study a range of strategies for coping in communication, even when there are words that are unfamiliar. Can-do objectives include asking a friend about his/her recent news, listening to them talk about / reading a letter about a recent occurrence and more or less understanding what happened, talking/writing about one’s recent news, listening to someone talk about a manga he/she likes and understanding what kind of story it is and what is good about it, giving one’s thoughts about a manga one likes, reading comments about manga and understanding the difference between opinions, etc.

Application Requirements:
–Both Nihongo Learners and teachers are welcome to enroll in this course.
-For JLPT N3/N2/N1 Passers, there is NO need for the placement test/interview. Just send us a copy of your N3 certificate together with the duly accomplished application form and pay on/before the deadline, August 30 (Thu.)
-For other applicants, send the duly accomplished application form, indicating your preferred time and day for the *PLACEMENT TEST/INTERVIEW to nihongo1@jfmo.org.ph by Friday, August 30
Placement test may be scheduled any time from 2:00-5:00p.m. on weekdays, subject to availability.
–Option to enroll in a shorter course. Those who opt to join the course starting September may do so by meeting the above requirements as well. Tuition fee is Php 5,200 (plus Php1,120 for textbook).

The course is for those who have completed Marugoto Elementary 2 A2 Module 1, or those who have an equivalent background in Nihongo, and are interested in further developing their Japanese language proficiency and understanding of the Japanese culture. Communicative Language Activity (Katsudoo) and Communicative Language Competence (Rikai) books are provided. Marugoto A2-2 is divided into three modules. (This level is almost the same level with Minna no Nihongo II.)

At the end of the course, learners will be able to:

1. Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment).
2. Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
3. Describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need clearly.

* Those who have NOT taken the “Marugoto: Japanese Language & Culture Elementary 2 A2 Module 1” course is required to take a Placement Test / Interview, with schedule options from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on either July 16 (Tue) or July 17 (Wed). (Subject to availability).

Submit duly accomplished application form to the JFM together with the payment on/before July 15 (Mon).

For placement examinees, please send your completed application form to (nihongo1@jfmo.org.ph) on/before July 15 (Mon) for schedule reservations.

Are you interested in Japanese culture? Do you know a little Nihongo and would like to improve your speaking skills? Then the MARUGOTO A1 Module 2 course is for you!

At the end of the course, learners will be able to:

1. Understand and use familiar every day expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type, such as how to get to a destination, how to do some shopping.
2. Ask and answer questions about personal details such as one’s hobby and schedule.
3. Express one’s feelings and preferences.
4. Interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

For those who have NOT taken “Marugoto Japanese Language & Culture A1 Module 1”, please submit the duly accomplished application form to Ms. Jennelyn Arroyo (nihongo1@jfmo.org.ph) together with your preferred time and date for the qualifying level check test and interview on/before July 10, 2019 (Wed).

Schedule for Placement test and Interview: July 11 (Thu) / July 12 (Fri), 2:00pm to 5:30pm (Subject to availability)

*Candidates should be able to introduce one’s self in simple Japanese (name, occupation, family, house, daily routine, etc.)

This is an online course where one can learn Hiragana in about a month. Learners will do online exercises and attend classroom lessons.

Course-Can do
–can read Hiragana:
starting from single hiragana characters to words and sentences.  (Marugoto A1 level)
–can write Hiragana:
by typing on a computer and writing manually.

Modes of Tutor Support
1.Classroom Lessons at the Japan Foundation, Manila (https://jfmo.org.ph/about) on June 22, 29 and July 13, 2019 (Saturdays) / 10:00AM – 12:00PM.
2.Monitoring of the students’ learning progress; exchange of information among learners / teachers through the Notice Board.

Assessment
-Completion of online exercises and online test.
-Taking the reading test during the classroom lesson on July 13.

Eligibility
-For Nihongo Learners who don’t have knowledge of Japanese characters.
-For A1 students who don’t have knowledge of Japanese characters.
(Email your ID & Nickname to the JFM right after the registration)
-For those who can attend the Classroom Lessons.

Registration Link: https://minato-jf.jp/CourseDetail/Index/MA19_HRGT_A100_EN01
(Details about the registration procedure is on the second page of the flyer)

ABOUT THE STUDENT SELECTION PROCESS
This is a course where participating students are determined by a selection process. For those who wish to apply, please read the course out line carefully. Then, within the designated application time period, please click the ‘Course Registration button and complete the application.

NOTE:
Results of the selection process are expected to be sent to the email address registered with ‘Minato’ on May 28^th.

The course is for beginners who are interested in Japanese language and culture. Communicative language activities are provided and used within the context of Japanese settings, such as traveling, shopping etc. You will be able to speak simple Japanese right away.

At the end of the course, learners will be able to:

1. Understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type, such as how to order food and drinks.
2. Introduce oneself and others, and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as one’s family and where one lives.
3. Interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly, and is prepared to help.

Application Deadline: June 3 (Monday)
Submit duly accomplished application form to the JFM together with the payment. (First-come, first-served basis)

For the payment:
Payments are separate for the Katsudou and Rikai segment to be settled on/before the dates stated below.
Katsudou (Activity) – June 3, Monday
Rikai (Competence) – July 22, Monday