JAPN 111 Elementary Japanese I

This course builds a solid foundation in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Japanese. Focus is on developing an understanding of Japanese culture and social structures. The Japanese phonetic writing systems of hiragana and katakana are introduced. Additionally, kanji (Chinese characters used in Japanese) are introduced. At the end of this course, students should be able to engage in everyday activities in correct cultural context. If you have taken Japanese outside Central, please consult with the instructor before enrolling.