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Games were enjoyable and helped solidify certain aspects of the language.

PATRICK from Winter 2023

Which events or activities did you find the most satisfying and why?

I enjoyed the outdoor excursions. I enjoy learning about Japanese culture and seeing different parts of the country.

What activities or materials did you find most helpful (e.g., pair work, drill practice, tests, small group sessions, textbooks, games)?

Games were enjoyable and helped solidify certain aspects of the language.

Any suggestions for improving class activities or materials?

I would be up for more extra classes if they were available. I find it hard to study on my own and being in a learning environment helps a lot.

What did you find most valuable in the Culture Course?

I found it all to be very valuable. Learning the language is only a part of understanding it. Being able to learn about the world the language came from really helps you understand it.

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I’d say that the two weeks we got as Summer Short Term students before starting the actual Summer Term with the international students helped a lot. It prepared me for the intensity and structure of the program. I’d say the structure of the program and every day classes were very helpful in advancing my Japanese skills. Switching from some review and practice with my peers, to dictation, to kanji, etc, was engaging. I just think the intensity and structure of the program was ideal, at least for me.

—Haylee