The student will be able to:

1. Construct conditional statements and make suppositions.
2. Produce sentences, orally and in writing, based on vocabulary and functions presented in class.
3. Express desires, intentions and conjectures.
4. Summarize and retell stories orally and in writing, including direct and indirect quotations in the past and present tenses.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of common stereotypes of Japanese cultures, and those of American culture that the Japanese have; and recognize differences in behavior, thinking, traditions and values.
6. Identify and recognize some 320 characters.

1. Construct conditional statements and make suppositions
   1. Making conditional statements and suppositions (tara/ plain non-past form + to)
2. Produce sentences, orally and in writing, based on vocabulary and functions presented in class
   1. Plain past forms and plain negative forms
   2. Comparing two and/or more items/persons/places, and superlative statements
   3. Nominalizers and a pseudo-noun "no"
   4. The conjunctive -tara form
   5. Adverbial use of adjectives
   6. Suggestion: -ta/-nai houga ii
   7. Qualifying nouns with verbs and adjectives
   8. Explanatory ending: -n desu
   9. Describing necessity and obligations: -nakute wa naranai
   10. Describing symptoms and understanding common phrases used at a clinic
   11. Using public transportation
3. Express desires, intentions and conjectures
   1. Talking about future plans
   2. Expressing desires using "-tai" forms
   3. Describing one's intentions
4. Summarize and retell stories orally and in writing, including direct and indirect quotations in the past and present tenses.
   1. Summarizing and describing symptoms to get medical attention and treatment
   2. Summarizing and retelling past experiences, current situations and future changes
5. Demonstrate knowledge of common stereotypes of Japanese cultures, and those of American culture that the Japanese have; and recognize differences in behavior, thinking, traditions and values
   1. Distinguishing formal and informal speech styles
   2. Expressing concerns and empathy
   3. Complimenting
   4. Socializing and small talks
   5. Expressions of humbleness
6. Identify and recognize some 320 characters
   1. Read and write sentences using 320+ Kanji

Not applicable.

Classroom preparation and participation in discussion
Oral testing activities
Quizzes and tests
Final examination
Written assignments
Cultural report
Online listening, reading and writing assignments

Lecture
Face-to-face questions and answers
Group work and activities
Pair work and activities
Small group conversation practice with in-class tutors
Feedback on oral presentations
Feedback on writing exercises

Banno, Eri, et al.. GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese, Vol. 1, 3rd ed. (ISBN 9784789017305). 2020.

Banno, Eri, et al.. GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese, Workbook, Vol. 1, 3rd ed. (ISBN 9784789017312). 2020.

Handouts and other authentic materials, such as TV programs, commercials and news broadcasts

GENKI 3rd edition Self Study Room: https://genki3.japantimes.co.jp/en/student/

GENKI Self Study Room: http://genki.japantimes.co.jp/self

Audio apps and software (downloadable at the Japan Times website)

1. Reading the grammar points and model dialogues in the textbook and the workbook.
2. Reading online resource materials to prepare for in-class discussions.
3. Reading online articles on current and historical issues involving Japan to prepare for in-class discussions.
4. Essay writing and compositions.