By the end of the course, students will have increased their level of grammar and vocabulary so they can express themselves functionally and will also have a greater awareness of Japanese culture and society. For students who possess a general command of the more complex structures in the Japanese language and a good vocabulary base. Students will also acquire a greater understanding of the Japanese way of life. For students who possess a solid knowledge of the Japanese language and culture, able to perform at the communicative level. If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share with your instructor, or if you need special arrangements, contact your instructor as soon as possible.
Experiential education is but one tool to help nurture the learning desire of college students.
Course participants will describe themselves and their experiences as members of the global community, and will value the views of diverse people, cultures, and languages. Steve Tash is a full-time faculty member in the Learning Resources Center at Saddleback Community College, and an AD Hoc Faculty member at Seattle Central Community College in Seattle, Washington. Mr. Tash has accumulated credentials, including a B.A. in History, a M.S. in Information Science, and teaching credentials from Elementary to Community College. He has been involved with experiential education coursework with major universities for over 22 years. He is currently engaged in research using Internet, the World Wide Web, MOOS and MUDS in providing on-line coursework.