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MARUGOTO Japanese for Beginners (Starter A1 Module 1) Online Course (January – May 2023) (The Application Period is Closed.)

This online course is for beginners who are interested in Japanese language and culture. Group online support will be provided to students who will be learning Japanese using the JF Japanese e-Learning Minato course, Marugoto A1-1 (Katsudoo & Rikai) Self-Study Course. The online sessions will be conducted via Zoom. 

There are 2 segments in this course, Katsudoo (activity) and Rikai (competence).

  • In the Katsudoo segment, communicative language activities are provided and used within the context of Japanese settings, such as introducing yourself, talking about your favorite food, etc. Students will be able to speak simple Japanese right away.
  • In the Rikai segment, language structure, such as Japanese script, vocabulary, grammar, etc. will be learned for those who want to learn about the Japanese Language systematically through various communicative activities.

    * These segments will be taken consecutively. Certificates will be issued separately.

Study Mode:
A) Group Online Sessions (via Zoom):
one hour/lesson, twice a week (Tuesdays & Fridays, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.)
B) Self-study using the JF e-Learning Minato (Computer, tablet or smartphone is required*)
**Individual Online Sessions will be offered.

*Please check the recommended operating systems in the “Course Environment” tab in the Minato website: https://minato-jf.jp/Guide/Index

At the end of the course, students 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.
  4. Broaden one’s view, understand the culture of other countries, and develop the competence in intercultural understanding by taking up Japanese culture distinct from that of the Philippines.

Course Details:

Course Period
Katsudoo Segment (Activity)
Rikai Segment (Competence)

January 27 (Fri.) – March 7, 2023 (Tues.)
March 24 (Fri.) – May 16, 2023 (Fri.)
Course Fee P2,200 each segment
(Payment via bank transfer/deposit)
Payment Deadline
Katsudoo Segment (Activity)
Rikai Segment (Competence)

January 6, 2023 (Fri.)
March 10, 2023 (Wed.)
Eligibility Beginner learners (without Japanese background)
At least 17 years old
Class Size Maximum of 16 students (first-come, first-served basis)

 

Due to a large number of applications received, we have reached the maximum number of students we can cater to; thus, we are closing our application window on December 2, 2022. Thank you for your interest in our Marugoto course!

Kindly fill-up the duly accomplished application form (tinyurl.com/mp4ebrsf)  on or before 14 December 2022 (Wednesday, 5PM). Successful applicants will be sent a confirmation email together with the bank details. 

Please note that cancellation after payment will not be allowed. In the event that the course should not push through due to circumstances beyond the control of JFM, a refund will be made in accordance with regulations.  

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