Learning Japanese As Foreign Language: Basis For An Enhanced Learning Plan
Keywords:
Learning Plan, Macro-skills, Foreign LanguageAbstract
The researcher has been teaching the Japanese Language and observed that students are having difficulty coping with the writing system. The complex system of Japanese writing makes learners of the language have difficulties to pass the Japanese Language Professional Test or JLPT. In this study, the researcher used True Experimental Research Design. The students-subject were exposed to the former learning plan and the enhanced learning plan. The researcher aims to test their listening, speaking, reading, writing, and visualizing skills. The participants were students from the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
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