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An introductory course focusing on all language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing through a variety of class activities on everyday situations. Particular emphasis will be placed on oral communication. Both hiragana and katakana are learned at the early stage, and the first 125 kanji are introduced and practiced, Students will gain appropriate cultural knowledge as a part of essential language skills. Class participation and daily study is a key to achieve success in this course. Spring. Gen Ed Competency: Learn a Second Language