This lecture highlights the use of Japanese interjections to enhance conversational skills in business settings. Interjections like "e," "naruhodo," and "heh" add natural rhythm to conversations and help build rapport, particularly in initial meetings or multicultural workplaces. Through specific examples, participants will learn nuances and usage distinctions of interjections. Interactive quizzes and exercises unique to the online format will equip participants with practical knowledge. Let’s explore how understanding subtle nuances in Japanese can bring "color" to your conversations.
ScheduledEnhancing Conversation Skills with Interjections: Tips to Add Color to Your Conversation
Lecturer
Madoka Konishi/ Tokyo Gakugei University (Associate Professor)
Graduated from Osaka City University. Completed the Master’s program at Osaka University of Foreign Studies (currently Osaka University) and the Doctoral program at Waseda University Graduate School. Holds a Ph.D. in Japanese Language Education.
Served as an assistant at Waseda University and a researcher at the National Institute for Japanese Language and Linguistics. Has held current position since 2017.
Actively involved in the development of numerous Japanese language teaching materials and specialized books for Japanese language educators, including “流暢性と非流暢性” (Fluency and Non-Fluency), “日本語コミュニケーションのための読解教材の作成” (How to Create Reading Materials for Japanese Communication) and “ミニストーリーで覚える JLPT日本語能力試験ベスト単語N3 合格2100” (The Best Vocabulary Builder for the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N3).
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Course outline
Lecture nameEnhancing Conversation Skills with Interjections: Tips to Add Color to Your Conversation
Date and timeFebruary 21, 2025 (Friday) , 02:50 PM (JST) 〜 February 21, 2025 (Friday) , 04:20 PM (JST)
Lecturer
Madoka Konishi
Tokyo Gakugei University (Associate Professor)
Tokyo Gakugei University (Associate Professor)
TargetTarget: International students or employees who have passed JLPT N2 or above.
* Non-Toyo University students can also take this course.
* Participation from abroad is highly welcomed.
* Non-Toyo University students can also take this course.
* Participation from abroad is highly welcomed.
Capacity1,000 participants per lecture (first-come-first-served basis)
Streaming service
Zoom
FeeFree
Application periodDecember 24, 2024 (Tuesday) , 12:00 AM (JST) ~ February 20, 2025 (Thursday) , 11:59 PM (JST)
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