Basic Japanese 1
Course code
HIL6671.HT
old course code
Course title in Estonian
Jaapani keele algtase 1
Course title in English
Basic Japanese 1
ECTS credits
6.0
Assessment form
Examination
lecturer of 2025/2026 Spring semester
Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.
lecturer of 2026/2027 Autumn semester
Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.
Brief description of the course
This course deepens Japanese language proficiency by consolidating CEFR level A1 and progressing toward level A2 (approximating JLPT N5/N4). The focus is on eight fundamental verb forms (dictionary, masu, te, ta, nai, nakatta, potential, and volitional forms) and their combinations. Students learn 137 new kanji characters (209 in total). Students learn to use basic vocabulary and distinguish between polite and informal speech according to the communication setting and cultural context. The course fosters the ability to work both independently and in teams. Students are expected to analyze their own learning process and consciously set goals to shape their individual learning path.
Learning outcomes in the course
Upon completing the course the student:
- knows 209 kanji characters and related vocabulary, using them appropriately in context;
- understands and forms the eight learned verb forms (dictionary, masu-, te-, ta-, nai-, nakatta-, potential, and volitional) and their combinations;
- constructs and understands simple texts and is able to translate simple sentences from Estonian into Japanese;
- explains topics in Japanese while adapting their communication style according to the target audience and situation;
- uses digital learning environments and tools safely and purposefully to enhance language skills;
- sets learning goals, analyzes their own learning process, and takes responsibility for completing learning assignments.
- knows 209 kanji characters and related vocabulary, using them appropriately in context;
- understands and forms the eight learned verb forms (dictionary, masu-, te-, ta-, nai-, nakatta-, potential, and volitional) and their combinations;
- constructs and understands simple texts and is able to translate simple sentences from Estonian into Japanese;
- explains topics in Japanese while adapting their communication style according to the target audience and situation;
- uses digital learning environments and tools safely and purposefully to enhance language skills;
- sets learning goals, analyzes their own learning process, and takes responsibility for completing learning assignments.
Teacher
Akiko Masaki(Kadarik)
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