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SUMMARY:*SOLD OUT* Children's Beginning Japanese Language Class (registration required)
DESCRIPTION:*This class is currently full but we encourage you to reach out to Junko Arnold to get on the wait list or to be informed of future offerings.* \nJoin Junko Arnold for a wonderful 6-week series designed to introduce young people to the Japanese Language. Learning another language helps children make new neural connections\, increases empathy\,  and enhances cultural understanding. This low cost series is designed to reduce barriers to learning Japanese and also supports the teahouse nonprofit. \nFor young people age 6-10 years of age (parent welcome to attend with child). If you are unsure about whether your child might be able to attend outside of that age range\, please email instructor. \nPlease contact Junko if you have any questions about this class. Reserve your space soon as there is limited seating. \nCost: 40.00 for entire 6 week series starting March 3rd. \nHow to register: Sold out \nMaterials needed: Please bring a blank notebook and pencils or a pen to write. \nInstructor:  Junko Arnold TEZUKA@mail.etsu.edu \nJunko was born and raised in Japan and is the Master Lecturer of Japanese/ Program Leader of Japanese Major & Minor and Adviser of Japanese Cultural Society at ETSU. She is a PhD candidate at ETSU\, currently researching the cognitive benefits of second language education. Junko also leads the ETSU Japanese Language Table here at The Philosopher’s House monthly.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/childrens-beginning-japanese-language-class-registration-required/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Multicultural
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SUMMARY:Mandarin Language Class
DESCRIPTION:Description: Mandarin Chinese is the single largest first language in the world\, with over 941 million native speakers\, and has become an invaluable language for anyone to learn\, whether they’re interested in engaging with Chinese business\, learning more about Chinese politics\, wanting to study deeper into Chinese culture\, or just fascinated by language! This course will function as an absolute beginner course in Mandarin Chinese. Learning objectives will be to be able to read and pronounce pinyin\, to learn very basic grammatical structures\, very basic day-to-day vocabulary\, begin to recognize and reproduce some characters\, and be able to hold simple\, introductory conversations. No prior Mandarin knowledge is necessary. If there are more advanced learners who would be interested in more advanced material\, please contact the instructor. \nInstructor Steven Jenkins: I have studied Mandarin Chinese at several universities in China and lived and worked in China for a number of years. I’m very excited to have the opportunity to help people start their journey in learning Mandarin Chinese! \nHow to register: Advanced registration is greatly preferred as class does have limited seating. See instructor contact for registration. \nCost:  Food and drink purchases encouraged OR 5.00 donation at tea counter to support our nonprofit. \nLocation: Parlor\, 2nd floor \nMaterials needed: A notetaking device (laptop\, tablet\, notebook\, etc.) . We will be using Integrated Chinese Level 1; Part 1\, 4th edition\, which is available in print and eBook formats from several sources.  You can also use a previous edition\, as those are readily available and less expensive. We will use Simplified characters in the class\, as that is used in Mainland China and elsewhere.  As that series has both textbooks and workbooks\, be sure to select the textbook.  If you have questions about the suitability of a version\, feel free to contact the instructor. \nInstructor Contact Information: Heather at (208)215-6738 or Steven Jenkins (steven.jenkins@gmail.com)
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/mandarin-language-class-3-2/2026-03-24/
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