{"id":254,"date":"2017-10-01T19:13:24","date_gmt":"2017-10-01T10:13:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www2.arc.ac.jp\/Tokyo\/?page_id=254"},"modified":"2024-07-03T14:36:22","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T05:36:22","slug":"optional","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/arc.ac.jp\/Tokyo\/en\/class\/optional\/","title":{"rendered":"Optional class"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The program for students from the intermediate level upwards enrolled in the Standard Study Abroad Course or the Intensive Japanese Course includes three optional classes a week, of 90 minutes each. Students can choose which classes to attend based on their needs or interests, like integrating the regular courses with exam preparation classes or tips on job hunting.<\/p>\r\n

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Characteristics<\/h2>\r\n
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  1. \u201cJapanese affairs\u201d, \u201cReading comprehension\u201d, \u201cListening comprehension\u201d: students can choose one optional class per type.<\/li>\r\n
  2. The offer also includes classes to enhance reading and listening skills for EJU and JLPT.<\/li>\r\n
  3. The range also covers preparation for admission into higher education and employment.<\/li>\r\n
  4. Students deepen their understanding of Japanese culture though active learning.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

    *There are NO optional classes for Afternoon classes (beginners and elementary levels), Graduate school preparation class and University Preparation Course.<\/p>\r\n

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    Program<\/h2>\r\n

    During April term – October term, it is the time of the year characterized by the succession of admission exams and EJU and JLPT 2nd session.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

    In the January term, there are optional classes with enjoyable content.<\/p>\r\n

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    April term sample<\/h3>\r\n

    \u25a0Tuesday (Listening comprehension)<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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    • EJU Listening comprehension<\/li>\r\n
    • N1 level Listening comprehension<\/li>\r\n
    • N2 level Listening comprehension<\/li>\r\n
    • N3 level Listening comprehension<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

      \u25a0Wednesday (Japanese Affairs)<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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      • Vocational schools admission exam preparation(interview)<\/li>\r\n
      • University admission preparation (EJU written test)<\/li>\r\n
      • Graduate School admission preparation (How to find reseachers and essays)<\/li>\r\n
      • Job hunting (How to write an effective Resume)<\/li>\r\n
      • Understanding Japanese society for living in Japan (Local characteristics and culture)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

        \u25a0Thursday (Reading comprehension)<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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        • EJU Reading comprehension<\/li>\r\n
        • N1 level reading comprehension<\/li>\r\n
        • N2 level reading comprehension<\/li>\r\n
        • N3 level reading comprehension<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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          *It is not possible to attend optional classes only.
          Only students enrolled at ARC Tokyo Japanese Language School have access to optional classes.<\/p>\r\n

          *Class offer changes every school term. More details are provided upon entrance in school.<\/p>\r\n

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          Students\u2019 voice<\/h2>\r\n

          Every school term, to measure students\u2019 satisfaction towards optional classes and plan future programs, we conduct a dedicated survey. Students\u2019 satisfaction levels score, each term, above 95%, with students, on the whole, happy with the class offer.<\/p>\r\n

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          Students’ comments<\/h3>\r\n

          -\u201cListening to the news gave me the curiosity to learn more about Japan. The questions in the tests were very interesting as well!\u201d<\/p>\r\n

          -\u201cI can read academic texts much faster now!\u201d<\/p>\r\n

          -\u201cI learned many useful expressions watching TV dramas. I am really happy I took the class.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

          -\u201cIt was a very intense class and I learned a lot.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

          -\u201cThe improvisation class is very useful for actual conversation too.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

          -\u201cI will never forget the visit to the primary school! It was a wonderful experience!\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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          \"\"PHOTO (Visiting a primary school. Cultural exchange with pupils)<\/p>\r\n

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          \"\"PHOTO (Learning Japanese with acting. Short plays)<\/p>\r\n

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          \"\"PHOTO (Reading picture books)<\/p>\r\n

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