Course Description Japanese I is a rigorous year-long college preparatory course in which students learn and use speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in Japanese. A strong background in English grammar as well as excellent study habits is recommended for students in this course.  Students who do not have a strong background in English may find the task of learning grammar and four Japanese writing systems simultaneously to be extremely challenging. This course stresses the interpersonal, interpretive and presentational skills of communication. Students will participate in activities which introduce basic Japanese vocabulary, grammar, simple conversations and survival skills in Japanese.  Students will also become familiar with Japanese culture and customs. This class fulfills the Lake Elsinore Unified School District graduation requirement for foreign language/fine arts. This course meets UC/CSU (LOTE “e”) requirements.

 Course Standards Students will:

1.0 Demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak and comprehend Japanese at a Novice Low-Mid (Formulaic Low-Mid: Stage 1)level. (State Standard: Communication)

2.0 Acquire the skills needed to converse with others in Japanese about their immediate surroundings/activities such as self-introduction, family, hobbies, daily routines, and school activities.(California State Standard: Communication)

3.0 Become proficient in the use of the hiragana and katakana writing systems. (California State Standard: Communication)

4.0 Be introduced to at least 80 basic kanji characters.(California State Standard: Communication)

5.0 Develop a sensitivity to Japanese perspectives and attitudes and will become familiar with practical formalities (bowing, shoe removal, etc.).(California State Standards: Cultures, Connections, Comparisons)

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