Japanese Language Through Popular Culture

Japanese pop culture has been disseminated worldwide and it is one of the top reasons why people start studying Japanese today. This content-based language course examines various aspects of Japanese pop culture including but not limited to manga, anime, and video games. While students discuss topics related to Japanese pop culture, they will also learn grammar structures that enable them to write formal essays in Japanese. Through the materials of Japanese pop culture, students will also develop the skills needed to succeed in today’s world, such as critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, digital literacy, and communication. Above all, this course will emphasize creativity and help students learn how to attract people.