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COURSE DESIGN

COURSE TITLE : JAPANESE LANGUAGE AND

CULTURE
NOMINAL DURATION : 360 HOURS
COURSE DESCRIPTION :

The course is designed to equip the beginning learner of Japanese language

enough competency to communicate in simple and appropriate Japanese, as well as
enough knowledge of the language to continue language studies to a higher
proficiency.

The program focuses throughout on helping students to build up their

proficiency in the Japanese language. This course is designed to provide the
knowledge, skills and attitude in Japanese Language and of Japans society and
culture. It covers specialized competencies such as: speaking, listening, reading,
writing and expressing oneself in Japanese Language.

COURSE OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the course, the trainees/students must be able to:

Read and write basic Japanese language

Receive (listen) and relay (speak) information
Conduct simple transactions
Communicate in workplace area
Observe and practice Japanese culture

Note:
By the end of the course, the trainees are expected to pass Level 4 of the JLPT.

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COURSE STRUCTURE:

BASIC COMPETENCIES
(20 hours)

Units of Nominal
Module Title Learning Outcomes
Competency Duration
1. Participate in 1.1 Participating in 1.1.1 Obtain and convey 6 hours
workplace workplace workplace information
communication communication 1.1.2 Complete relevant
work-related documents
1.1.3 Participate in workplace
meeting and discussion
2. Work in a team 2.1 Working in a 2.1.1 Describe and identify team 6 hours
environment team role and responsibility
environment 2.1.2 Describe work as a team
member
3. Practice career 3.1 Practicing 3.1.1 Integrate personal 8 hours
professionalism career objectives with
professionalism organizational goals.
3.1.2 Set and meet work
priorities.
3.1.3 Maintain professional
growth and development.

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 COMMON COMPETENCIES
(40 hours)

Units of Nominal
Module Title Learning Outcomes
Competency Duration
1. Maintain an 1.1 Maintaining an 1.1.1 Maintain a professional 20 hours
effective effective image
relationship with relationship with 1.1.2 Build credibility to meet
clients/ clients/ customers/clients
customers customers requirements
2. Manage own 2.1 Managing own 2.1.1 Plan for completion of own 20 hours
performance performance workload
2.1.2 Maintain quality of own
performance

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 CORE COMPETENCIES
(300hours)
Units of Competency ModuleTitle Learning Outcome Nominal
Hours
1. Write, Read, Listen 1.1 Writing, Reading, 1.1.1 Write and read Japanese 30 hours
and Speak Listening and characters.
Japanese Language Speaking 1.1.2 Write and read Kana with
to a level sufficient Japanese dakuten and handakuten.
for workplace and characters and 1.1.3 Read, listen and speak Chouon,
every day life. words Sokuon and Youon
1.2 Writing, reading, 1.2.1 Write and read Japanese 10 hours
listening, and numbers
speaking 1.2.2 Listen and speak Japanese
Japanese numbers
numbers
1.3 Constructing 1.3.1 Write and read Japanese 50 hours
Japanese Words, characters with suffixes and
Phrases and prefixes for words constructions
Sentences 1.3.2 Write and read Japanese
characters
1.3.3 Construct Japanese words,
phrases and sentences
1.3.4 Write and read basic sentences
1.4 Conducting simple 1.4.1 Reply or act upon on the 50 hours
transaction information given
(listening and 1.4.2 Converse using common
speaking) expressions
1.4.3 Describe personal details and
other relevant information for
simple transactions

1.5 Express oneself in 1.5.2 Write and read 1000 Kanji 70 hours
Japanese both oral Characters
and written 1.5.3 Read and understand
contexts with Kanji signboards and simple stories
characters
1.6 Communicating in 1.6.1 Respond to and act upon briefings 30 hours
Workplace and oral instructions and h
warnings. o
1.6.2 Describe job related conditions u
and work progress
r
1.6.3 Describe job related problem,
incidents and accident. s
h
o
u
r
s
2.Observe and practice 2.1 Observing and 1.1.1 Educate and appreciate 60 hours
Japanese Culture practicing Japanese culture.
Japanese culture 1.1.2 Observe and practice Japanese
culture and traditions.

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RESOURCES:

EQUIPMENTS TOOLS
QTY ITEM QTY ITEM
1 unit Television 1 set Glassware
1 unit Video Player 2 pcs. Garbage disposal units
1 unit Refrigerator 1 set Cutlery
1 unit Rice cooker 2 pcs. Ashtrays
1 unit Flat iron 1 pc. White board
1 pc. Ironing board 2 pcs. Whiteboard eraser
2 units Electric fan CONSUMABLES
2 units Bed QTY ITEM
1
1 unit
Washing machine pack
Juice
2
35 pcs.
Armed chairs reams
Bond papers
25
2 pcs.
Directional signage pcs.
Folders
2 pcs. Emergency lights 1 pc. Logbook
25
3 pcs.
Fire extinguishers pcs.
Pencils
1 pc. Instructors desks 5 pcs. Marking pens
4 units Telephone 1 pc. White boards
1 pc. Wall clocks 5 pcs. Whiteboard markers
1 pc. First aid cabinet 2 pcs. Whiteboard erasers
1 unit Computer 1 box Transparency acetate
25
1 unit
Typewriter pcs.
Ball pens

2 units Air-condition

1 unit Overhead Projector

1 unit Projector Screen

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 TRAINING MATERIALS
QTY ITEM
4 pcs. Minna no Nihonggo Book1-2
2 pcs. Minna no Nihonggo Book 1-2 Grammar Explanation English Version
2 pcs. Minna no Nihonggo Kanji Book 1-2 English Edition
2 pcs. ERIN GA Nihongo Dekimasu Vol.1-2
2 pcs. Minna no Nihongo Sho Kyuu Book 1-2
1pc. Kanji for Advanced level N1
1pc. Kanji for high-intermediate level N2
1pc. Kanji for intermediate level N3
1pc. Kanji for beginners level N4
1pc. Introduction to Kanji level N5
5 pcs. Japanese Language Proficiency Test Official Reviewer Book N1-N5

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ASSESSMENT METHOD

Written examination
Communication skills
Listening comprehension
Interview

COURSE DELIVERY

1. Methodology
Lecture
Audio/video presentation
Practical exercises
Group Discussion

2. Learning Resources

EQUIPMENT MATERIALS

P. computer peripherals White board marker

VCD/DVD Player Diskettes/CDs
Tv Monitor Transparencies
LCD-projector or Over head projector Reference Materials
Sound system Books
White board 4 x8 Magazines
Recorder Manuals
Projector screen Posters/ International
Signages
Student chair/Table per student Brochures
Teachers table/chair Menus
Books/magazines rack and filing cabinets Phrase books
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video materials

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TRAINERS QUALIFICATIONS:

Age At least 25 years old

Sex Male or Female

Educational Attainment At least college graduate

Length of experience as Language Trainer At least 1 year

Related Training At least 1 year

Others

Must have completed a Trainers Methodology Level 1 (TM1) or its equivalent.

Must have Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N3 certificate.

Must be able to communicate in Japanese and English.

Must be competent in Japanese Language Culture Course either through training,

experience and certification.

Must be physically and mentally fit.

Must be computer literate.

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MODULES OF INSTRUCTION

BASIC COMPETENCIES

JAPANESE LANGUAGE

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION

MODULE TITLE: PARTICIPATING IN WORKPLACE

COMMUNICATION

MODULE DESCRIPTION: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to relate in a work based environment

SUGGESTED DURATION: 6 HRS

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the candidates/trainees will be able to:

LO1. Obtain and convey workplace information

LO2. Complete relevant work related documents

LO3. Participate in workplace meeting and discussion

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LO1. OBTAIN AND CONVEY WORKPLACE INFORMATION

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Specific relevant information is accessed from appropriate sources.

2. Active speaking and listening skills are used to gather and convey
information.
3. Appropriate tools and materials is used to transfer information and ideas.
4. Appropriate manner of communication with superiors and colleagues are
identified and followed.
5. Personal interaction is carried out clearly and concisely.

CONTENTS:

1. Parts of Speech
2. Sentence Construction
3. Effective communication

CONDITIONS:

The candidate /trainee must be provided with the following:

1. Writing Materials (Pen and Paper)

2. References (Books)
3. Manuals

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Interaction
3. Lecture

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Witten test
2. Practical Performance Test

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LO2. COMPLETE RELEVANT WORK-RELATED DOCUMENTS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Forms relating to conditions of employment are completed accurately and

legibly.
2. Workplace data is recorded on standard workplace forms and documents
3. Reporting requirements to supervisor are completed according to
organizational
guidelines.

CONTENTS:

1. Technical Writings
2. Types of forms

CONDITIONS:

The candidates/ trainees must be provided with the following:

1. Paper
2. Pen and Ballpen
3. References (Books)
4. Manuals

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Interaction
3. Lecture

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Written Test
2. Practice/Performance Test

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LO3. PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE MEETING AND DISCUSSION

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Team meetings are attended on time.

2. Own opinions are clearly express and those of others are listen to
without interruption.
3. Meeting inputs are consistent with the meeting purpose and established
protocols.
4. Workplace interactions are conducted in courteous manner
5. Meeting outcomes are interpreted and implemented.

CONTENTS:

1. Sentence construction
2. Technical Writings
3. Types of forms

CONDITIONS:

The candidates/ trainees must be provided with the following:

1. Paper
2. Pen and Ballpen
3. References (Books)
4. Manuals

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Interaction
3. Lecture

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Written Test
2. Practice/Performance Test

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY: WORK IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT

MODULE TITLE: WORKING IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT

MODULE DESCRIPTION: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to relate in a work based environment

SUGGESTED DURATION: 6 HRS

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the candidates/trainees will be able to:

LO1. Describe and identify team role and responsibility

LO2. Describe work as a team member

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LO1. DESCRIBE AND IDENTIFY TEAM ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. The role and objective of the team is identified from available sources of
information.
2. Team reporting relationships and responsibilities are identified from team
discussions and appropriate external resources.

CONTENTS:

1. Communication Process
2. Team structure / team roles
3. Group planning

CONDITIONS:

1. SOP of workplace
2. Job procedure
3. Organization or external personnel

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Observation of work activities

2. Observation thru simulation

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LO2. DESCRIBE WORK AS A TEAM MEMBER

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Effective and appropriate forms of communications used and

interactions under taken with team members who contribute to known
team activities and objectives.
2. Effective and appropriate contributions made to complement team
activities and objectives, based on individual skills and competencies
and workplace context.
3. Contribute to the development of team work plans based on an
understanding of teamroles, objectives and individual competencies of
the member.

CONTENTS:

1. Communication Process
2. Team structure / team roles
3. Group planning

CONDITIONS:

The candidates/trainees must be provided with the following:

1. SOP of workplace
2. Job procedure
3. Organization or external personnel

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Observation
2. Demonstration
3. Questioning

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY: PRACTICE CAREER PROFESSIONALISM

MODULE TITLE: PRACTICING CAREER PROFESSIONALISM

MODULE DESCRIPTION: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to relate in a work based environment

SUGGESTED DURATION: 8 HRS

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the candidates/trainees will be able to:

LO1. Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals

LO2. Set and meet work priorities

LO3. Maintain professional growth and development

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LO1. INTEGRATE PERSONAL OBJECTIVES WITH ORGANIZATIONAL GOALS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Personal growth and work plans towards improving the qualifications set
for professionalism are achieve.
2. Commitment to the organization and its goal is demonstrated in the
performance of duties.
3. Interpersonal relationship in the course of managing oneself based on
performance evaluation is maintained.

CONTENTS:

1. Personal Development-Social Aspects: Interpersonal Development

2. Organizational Goals
3. Code of Ethics

CONDITIONS:

The candidate/trainees must be provided with the following:

1. Workplace
2. Code of Ethics
3. Organizational Goals
4. CDs and tapes

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion/interaction
2. Demonstration/practical hands on exercises
3. Competency-based learning materials method

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Interview
2. Written examination

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LO2. SET AND MEET WORK PRIORITIES

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Competing demands to achieve personal, team and organizational goals

and objectives are prioritized.
2. Resources are utilized efficiently and effectively to manage work
priorities and commitments.
3. Practices and economic use and maintenance of equipment and
facilities are followed as per established procedures.

CONTENTS:

1. Work Values and Ethical Standards

2. Company policies on the use and maintenance of equipment

CONDITIONS:

The candidates/trainees must be provided with the following

1. SOP of workplace
2. Job procedure
3. Organization or external personnel

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Structured activity
3. Competency based learning materials methods

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Written examination

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LO3. MAINTAIN PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Training and career opportunities relevant to the job requirements are

identified and availed.
2. Fundamental rights at work including gender sensitivity are
manifested/observed
3. Training and career opportunities based on the requirements of industry
are completed and updated.

CONTENTS:

1. Qualification standards
2. Professionalism in the workplace

CONDITIONS:

The candidate/trainees must be provided with the following:

1. Quality standards
2. Professional licenses samples

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group discussion/ interaction

2. Film viewing
3. Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Demonstration
2. Interview
3. Portfolio assessment

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MODULES OF INSTRUCTION

COMMON COMPETENCIES

JAPANESE LANGUAGE

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY: MAINTAIN AN EEFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH
CLIENTS/CUSTOMERS

MODULE TITLE: MAINTAINING AN EEFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIP

WITH CLIENTS/CUSTOMERS

MODULE DESCRIPTION: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
in providing effective relationship with
clients/customers. It includes maintaining a
professional image and meeting customer/clients
requirements

SUGGESTED DURATION: 20 HRS

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the candidates/trainees will be able to:

LO1. Maintain a professional image

LO2. Build credibility to meet customers/clients requirements

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LO1. MAINTAIN A PROFESSIONAL IMAGE

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Verbal and non verbal communications are used appropriately to the

given situation
2. Sensitivity to cultural and social differences is demonstrated.

CONTENTS:

1. Welcoming the guest protocol

2. Reservation Process

CONDITIONS:

The candidate/trainees must be provided with the following:

1. Checklist
2. Blank Order Slip
3. Touchscreen POS System

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Return Demonstration
2. Observation

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Written and oral examination

2. Practical Demonstration
3. Observation

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LO2. BUILD CREDIBILITY TO MEET CUSTOMERS/CLIENTS REQUIREMENTS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Appropriate interpersonal skills are used to ensure that customer

needs are accurately identified.
2. Customer needs are promptly attended to in line with enterprise
procedure.
3. Appropriate rapport is maintained with customer to enable high quality
service delivery.
4. Opportunity to enhance the quality of service and products are taken
wherever possible.

CONTENTS:

1. Communication Skills
2. Enterprise protocol
3. Appropriate Attitude

CONDITIONS:

The candidate/trainees must be provided with the following:

1. Manual
2. Reference books

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Return Demonstration
2. Observation

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Written and oral examination

2. Practical Demonstration
3. Observation

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY: MANAGE OWN PERFORMANCE

MODULE TITLE: MANAGING OWN PERFORMANCE

MODULE DESCRIPTION: This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes
required to relate in a work based environment

SUGGESTED DURATION: 20 HRS

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the candidates/trainees will be able to:

LO1. Plan for completion of own workload

LO2. Maintain quality of own performance

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LO1. PLAN FOR COMPLETION OF OWN WORKLOAD

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Requirements of own workload is determined.

2. Workload is planned to ensure guidelines and procedures are followed.

CONTENTS:

1. Communication Process
2. Decision Making
3. Planning Procedure

CONDITIONS:

The candidate/trainees must be provided with the following:

1. Personal Computer
2. Communication equipment
3. Organization or External Personnel

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Case Study

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Case Studies and Scenarios

2. Interview

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LO2. MAINTAIN QUALITY OF OWN PERFORMANCE

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Relationships are established and maintained.

2. Information is communicated clearly and concisely

CONTENTS:

1. Communication Process
2. Decision Making

CONDITIONS:

The candidate/trainees must be provided with the following::

1. Job Procedure
2. Organization or external personnel

METHODOLOGIES:

1. Group Discussion
2. Simulation

ASSESSMENT METHOD:

1. Demonstration
2. Observation
3. Questioning

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MODULES OF INSTRUCTION

CORE COMPETENCIES

JAPANESE LANGUAGE

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Write, Read, Listen and Speak Japanese
Language to a level sufficient for
workplace and everyday life

MODULE TITLE : Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking

Japanese characters and words.

MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers the reading, writing,

listening and speaking including recognizing
and interpreting written forms of Japanese
characters and words.

NOMINAL DURATION : 30 HOURS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/students should be able to:

1. Write and read Japanese characters.

2. Write and read Kana with dakuten and handakuten.
3. Read, listen and speak Youon, Chouon, and Sokuon.

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LO1: WRITE AND READ JAPANESE CHARACTERS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Write Japanese characters based on standard Japanese language form.

2. Read Japanese characters based on standard Japanese language form.

CONTENTS:

1. Hiragana
2. Katakana
3. Kanji

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV monitor
LCD-projector or overhead projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair/Table per student
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing cabinets
2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/International Signages
Brochures
Menus

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 Phrase books
Dictionary
Maps/Guidelines
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Role playing and pair work

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO2: WRITE AND READ KANA WITH DAKUTEN AND HANDAKUTEN

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Read and write Kana with Dakuten based on standard Japanese language
form
2. Read and write Kana with Hanadakuten based on standard Japanese
language form.

CONTENTS:

1. Kana with dakuten

2. Kana with handakuten

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages

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 Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO3: READ, LISTEN AND SPEAK CHOUON, SOKUON AND YOUON

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Read, listen and speak Chouon based on standard Japanese language

2. Read, listen and speak Sokuon based on standard Japanese language
3. Read, listen, and speak Youon based on standard Japanese language

CONTENTS:

1. Reading, listening and speaking Chouon

2. Reading, listening and speaking Sokuon
3. Reading, listening and speaking Youon

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or overhead projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals

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 Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Write, Read, Listen and Speak Japanese
Language to a level sufficient for
workplace and everyday life

MODULE TITLE : Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking

Japanese numbers

MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers the writing, reading

listening and speaking including recognizing
and interpreting written forms of Japanese
numbers.

NOMINAL DURATION : 10 HOURS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/students should be able to:

1. Write and read Japanese numbers

2. Listen and speak Japanese numbers

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LO1: WRITE AND READ JAPANESE NUMBERS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Read with Japanese numbers based on standard Japanese language

2. Write with Japanese numbers based on standard Japanese language

CONTENTS:

1. 1-100,000,000
2. Juu, hyaku, sen, man

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures

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 Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO2: LISTEN AND SPEAK JAPANESE NUMBERS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Listen Japanese numbers based on standard Japanese language

2. Speak Japanese numbers based on standard Japanese language

CONTENTS:
1. 1-100,000,000
2. Juu, hyaku, sen, man

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus

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 Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Write, Read, Listen and Speak Japanese
Language to a level sufficient for
workplace and everyday life

MODULE TITLE : Constructing Japanese Words, Phrases and

Sentences

MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers constructing Japanese

words, phrases and sentences. It deals also
with Japanese characters with suffixes and
prefixes and Chinese characters.

NOMINAL DURATION : 50 HOURS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/students should be able to:

1. Write and read Japanese characters with suffixes and prefixes for word
constructions
2. Write and read Japanese characters
3. Construct Japanese words, phrases and sentences.
4. Write and read basic sentences.

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LO1: WRITE AND READ JAPANESE CHARACTERS WITH SUFFIXES AND
PREFIXES FOR WORD CONSTRUCTIONS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Write and read Japanese characters with suffixes based on standard

Japanese language.
2. Write and read Japanese characters with prefixes based on standard
Japanese language.

CONTENTS:

1. Japanese characters with suffixes

2. Japanese characters with prefixes

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or overhead projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals

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 Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO2: WRITE AND READ JAPANESE CHARACTERS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Write and Read Japanese letters/characters correctly, clearly and

concisely based on standard Japanese language
2. Pronounce Japanese letters/characters correctly, clearly and concisely
based on standard Japanese language

CONTENTS:

1. Japanese letters/characters writing and reading correctly

2. Japanese letters/characters pronunciation

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines

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 Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO3: CONSTRUCT JAPANESE WORDS, PHRASES AND SENTENCES

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Construct Japanese words based on standard Japanese language
2. Construct Japanese phrases based on standard Japanese language
3. Construct Japanese sentences based on standard Japanese language.

CONTENTS:
1. Construction of Japanese words
2. Construction of Japanese phrases
3. Construction of Japanese sentences

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials

Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures

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 Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO4: WRITE AND READ BASIC SENTENCES

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Write and Read Japanese basic words correctly, clearly and concisely
based on standard Japanese language
2. Write and Read Japanese basic sentences correctly, clearly and concisely
based on standard Japanese language

CONTENTS:
1. Japanese basic words
2. Japanese basic sentence

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials

Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures

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 Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Write, Read, Listen and Speak Japanese
Language to a level sufficient for
workplace and everyday life

MODULE TITLE : Conducting simple transaction (listening

and speaking)

MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers the application of

listening and speaking during the conduct of
simple transactions in Japan.

SUGGESTED DURATION : 50 HOURS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/students should be able to:

1. Reply or act upon on the information given.

2. Converse using common expressions.
3. Describe personal details and other relevant information for simple
transactions.
4. Speak daily greetings and expressions

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LO1: REPLY AND/OR ACT UPON ON THE INFORMATION GIVEN

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Reply on information given according to standard Japanese language and

culture
2. Act on information given according to standard Japanese language and
culture.
3. Responses and act upon according to standard Japanese language and
culture.

CONTENTS:

1. Self-introduction
2. Greetings
3. Asking name, age, country and professions
4. Asking for directions
5. Reply and/or act upon during various transactions (hospital, post office,
department stores, etc.)

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books

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 Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO2: CONVERSE USING COMMON EXPRESSIONS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Listen to common expressions according to Standard Japanese Language and

culture
2. Speak/Pronounce common expression according to Standard Japanese
Language and Culture

CONTENTS:

1. Daily greetings and expressions

2. Common expressions before and after eating
3. Common expressions upon arrival and leaving home
4. Expression of apology
5. Expression of views and opinions
6. Asking permissions

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards

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 Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO3: DESCRIBE PERSONAL DETAILS AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
FOR SIMPLE TRANSACTIONS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Describe personal details accurately and according to standard Japanese

language
2. Describe other relevant information for simple transactions according to
standard Japanese language.
3. Ask questions and make inquiries based on standard Japanese language.

CONTENTS:

1. Post office and financial transactions

2. Telephone conversation
3. Hospitals and clinic transactions (medical insurances, etc.)
4. Department store and supermarket transactions
5. Restaurant transactions
6. Transportation transactions
7. Police and security transactions
8. Emergency (fire, accident, etc.) transactions
9. Personal information
Family information
Education
Civil status
Previous profession
10. Climate and season ( Wearing of appropriate clothes)
11. Days and months
12. Traffic rules and signs

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

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 2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Write, Read, Listen and Speak Japanese
Language to a level sufficient for
workplace and everyday life

MODULE TITLE : Express oneself in Japanese both oral and

written contexts with Kanji characters

MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers constructing Japanese

Kanji words, phrases and sentences. It deals
with Japanese Kanji characters

NOMINAL DURATION : 70 HOURS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/students should be able to:

1. Write and read 1000 Kanji Characters

2. Read and comprehend Japanese signboards and simple stories

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LO1: WRITE AND READ 1000 KANJI CHARACTERS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Write the proper strokes of Japanese kanji letters/characters correctly,

clearly and concisely based on standard Japanese language
2. Read Japanese kanji letters/characters correctly, clearly and concisely
based on standard Japanese language

CONTENTS:

1. Write and read Japanese Kanji letters/characters according to its strokes

Japanese letters/characters pronunciation

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment

P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages

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 Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO2: READ AND UNDERSTAND JAPANESE SIGNBOARDS AND SIMPLE
STORIES

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Read and Understand Japanese kanji words based on standard

Japanese language
2. Read and Understand Japanese kanji phrases based on standard
Japanese language
3. Read and Understand Japanese kanji sentences based on standard
Japanese language.

CONTENTS:

1. Japanese kanji words and signboards

2. Japanese kanji phrases and signboards
3. Japanese kanji sentences and stories

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or overhead projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials

Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards

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 Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Signages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Write, Read, Listen and Speak Japanese
Language to a level sufficient for
workplace and everyday life

MODULE TITLE : Communicating in Workplace

MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers the application of basic

communication skills while in a workplace
situation. It includes responding and acting
on instructions, describing job progress and
reporting job related problems and incidents.

NOMINAL DURATION : 30 HOURS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/students should be able to:

1. Respond to and act upon briefings and oral instructions and warnings.
2. Describe job related conditions and work progress
3. Describe job related problem, incidents and accidents.

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LO1: RESPOND TO AND ACT UPON BRIEFINGS AND ORAL INTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Respond to briefings and oral instructions and warnings in Japanese

language and per situation requirements.
2. Act upon briefings and oral instructions and warnings in Japanese
language and per situation requirements.

CONTENTS:

1. Work instructions, briefings and oral warnings

2. Workplace/venue of works
3. Ask questions or make inquiries
4. Usage of signs and warnings
5. Cautions and safety in workplace
6. Common instructions in workplace
7. Cleanliness

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books

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 Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO2: DESCRIBE JOB RELATED CONDITIONS AND WORK PROGRESS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Describe job related conditions according to standard Japanese language

2. Describe work progress according to Japanese language

CONTENTS:

1. Working environment and conditions-dangerous, hazardous, restricted, etc.

2. Working steps and procedures including job sheet, time sheet, cleaning
procedures, etc.
3. Make a report work progress.
4. Make a report on job related conditions
Irregularities
Malfunctions
Other job related problems
5. Schedule of work (time in 30 minutes before time and out)

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books

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 Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO3: DESCRIBE JOB RELATED PROBLEM, INCIDENTS AND ACCIDENTS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Describe job related problems according to standard Japanese language.

2. Describe incidents and accidents according to standard Japanese
language.

CONTENTS:

1. Personal problems
2. Working problems and issues
3. Workplace accidents
4. Precautions and Safety
5. Wearing of proper PPE or safety uniform

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines

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 Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Question and answer

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : Observe and Practice Japanese Culture

MODULE TITLE : Observing and Practicing Japanese Culture

MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers educating the trainees on

Japanese culture, including its appreciation,
observation and practice as required by the
condition/situation.

NOMINAL DURATION : 60 HOURS

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/students should be able to:

1. Educate and appreciate Japanese culture.

2. Observe and practice Japanese culture.

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LO1: EDUCATE AND APPRECIATE JAPANESE CULTURE

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Educate on Japanese way of life with reference to Japanese culture

2. Appreciate Japanese way of life with reference to Japanese culture

CONTENTS:

1. Japan history
2. Japanese background
Arts
Culture
Traditions
Festivals, celebrations and holidays
Beliefs and religion
Food
Clothing
Climate and season
Education, etc.
Marriage

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or over head projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs
Transparencies

3. Manpower Resources

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 4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Role playing and pair work

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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LO1: OBSERVE AND PRACTICE JAPANESE CULTURE

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

1. Observe Japanese way of life with reference to Japanese culture

2. Practice Japanese way of life with reference to Japanese culture

CONTENTS:

1. Japan history
2. Japanese background
Arts
Culture
Traditions
Festivals, celebrations and holidays
Beliefs and religion
Food
Clothing
Climate and season
Education, etc.
Marriage
3. Proper bowing
4. Greetings
5. Cleanliness (waste disposal)
6. Among others

CONDITIONS:

1. Equipment
P. computer peripherals
VCD/DVD Player
TV Monitor
LCD-projector or Overhead projector
Sound system
White board 4x8
Recorder
Projector screen
Student chair
Teachers table/chair
Books/magazines rack and filing of cabinets

2. Materials
White board marker
Diskettes/CDs

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 Transparencies/acetate

3. Manpower Resources

4. Learning Materials
Reference Materials
Books
Flash Cards
Images/Illustrations
Magazines
Manuals
Posters/ International Sinages
Brochures
Menus
Phrasebooks
Dictionary
Maps/Guidebooks
Video Materials

METHODOLOGY:

1. Lecture
2. Audio/video presentation
3. Practical exercises
4. Group discussion
5. Role playing and pair work

ASSESSMENT:

1. Actual demonstration
2. Oral interview
3. Direct observation
4. Written test

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