The morning sessions of the Inter-University Center's summer program are focused on advanced spoken Japanese. The objective is to acquire the ability to naturally, correctly, and appropriately express thoughts and opinions. Written and computer-based text materials are used, as well as video documentaries, commentaries and movies.
The afternoon session is devoted to conversation, field trip classes, and kanji. Twice weekly, students engage in discussion focused on a variety of topics during a one-hour conversation class. The objective of the class is to improve fluency through free discussion on various topics. Teachers moderate and encourage participation, and introduce the use of appropriate expressions.
Once a week, students are led on field trips. These trips provide the opportunity to acquire greater understanding of Japanese culture and society, as well as the opportunity to use Japanese outside the classroom.
Twice weekly, a one-hour kanji class is held. Students use the Center's computer-based instructional materials based upon its 3-volume Kanji in Context, (published by the Japan Times).
Additional work includes use of the Center's Advanced Spoken Japanese, Formal Expressions in Japanese, and Speak Japanese Particles, which are computer-based study programs that complement and expand on the classroom sessions.