| Title of the Book | NAKAMA |
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| Author(s) | Seiichi Makino, Yukiko Abe Hatasa, Kazumi Hatasa |
| Target level | University/College |
| Publisher | Houghton Mifflin |
| Year of publication | 1998, 2000 |
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This proficiency-oriented introductory Japanese program emphasizes practical communication, the development of all four language skills, student interaction, and cultural awareness. Nakama 1 consists of 12 chapters, and Nakama 2 consists of a review chapter, plus 10 additional chapters. Both volumes feature thematically organized chapters that focus on high-frequency communicative situations and introduce students to the Japanese language and its three writing systems. Hiragana and katakana are introduced through unique mnemonic devices. A series of specially created manga precede each chapter dialogue and serve as visual advance organizers. Chapter dialogues present a lively, continuous story line that illustrates typical daily events in Japanese life. Exercises progress from directed practice to a wide range of open-ended communicative activities that emphasize pair and group work. Reading, writing, and speaking strategies are presented and practiced throughout the program. The Houghton Mifflin Japanese Web Site provides additional materials for students and instructors, including links to relevant Internet sites and to the author-created and maintained Friends of Nakama web site.
Text 1 with Student Cassette
ISBN: (0-669-46134-2) 544 Pages Hardcover 1998
List Price: 60.36 |
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