HS Japanese

UNIT 1 Introduction to Kanji, Physical Attributes, Specialized verbs

Japanese LEVEL 2

PACING

WL STANDARDS

RESOURCES

KEY LANGUAGE USE(S)

5-8 Weeks

Novice Mid

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Instructional Guides

INFORM

USBE Standards ACTFL website

ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines

World Readiness Standards for Languages

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ENDEARING UNDERSTANDING

CULTURAL CONNECTIONS

Change/Continuity ●

● I can demonstrate culturally appropriate language for extending invitations ● I can demonstrate proficiency with speaking formally and informally. ● I can use culturally appropriate questions when talking to peers.

What patterns from the past endure and continue to shape the present and future with relation to invitations to friends and loved ones.

END OF UNIT COMPETENCY WITH LANGUAGE EXPECTATIONS

● I can recognize/read basic level Kanji characters in various word combinations while also understanding their meaning. ● I can properly conjugate Japanese verbs (past, present, future). ● I can utilize the appropriate verb for Japanese clothing or accessories.

https://wida.wisc.edu/sites/default/files/resource/WIDA-ELD-Standards-Framework-2020.pdf

LEARNING PROGRESSIONS FOR PROFICIENCY READING When students exhibit Novice Mid reading ability in partner language, here are some examples of the kinds of things they can read: 1. words on a list from very familiar topics 2. very simple information on familiar topics 3. short, simple descriptions, especially if there are pictures or other supportive visuals

LISTENING

When students exhibit Novice Mid listening proficiency in partner language, here are some examples of the kinds of things they are able to understand: 1. simple words and phrases about daily activities 2. simple questions on familiar topics 3. some multi-step directions or instructions, especially when accompanied by gestures and repetition 4. some of what people say in a short conversation on familiar topics .

SPEAKING

WRITING