Naganuma Method
The founder Naoe Naganuma, having been influenced by the Oral Method introduced by the British linguist Harold Palmer, developed the Mondou (question and answer) Method for Japanese language education. This is the so-called “Naganuma Method”. A language is intimately linked to the culture where it is born. For this reason, The Naganuma School has adopted and implemented teaching methods that reflect on the cultural background of the language.
(grammar books written in different languages are available for lesson preparations at home)
In order to address the diversifying needs of learners, and to keep up with the latest trends in language education, we have been conducting research into even more effective methods of teaching based on the Naganuma Method. We are presently focusing on how computers or audio-visual materials could be utilized in the school curriculum.
Team teaching
All the teachers at The Naganuma School have excellent skills and are well experienced in teaching Japanese. Each of the teachers continuously focuses on ways to effectively raise the student’s communication skills. With a consistent basis in the Naganuma Method, Comprehensive Courses and University Prep. Courses are taught through team teaching, where multiple teachers participate in a single class. This approach enables students to experience various teaching styles. In most cases a class consists of around 10 to 15 students.
Homework
An exercise book comes with each textbook. Students are required to prepare for the class, review their lessons, and do the homework associated with each class every day. These activities are indispensable to understanding and remembering what is being taught in class, and will help you to make most of your time in Japan.
Class-based assessment
Class-based assessment tests are done to allow teachers and students to accurately evaluate the student’s study environment and progress. Other than the weekly test that is to be conducted once a week, there will be a part or unit test conducted after completion of each section of the course.
Certificate of Completion
The Naganuma School issues a certificate of completion to students on the basis of attendance, test results and assessments by teachers. To receive a certificate of completion, students must take and pass all tests. If the class attendance of a student falls below 80%, he/she will not be permitted to take the tests. Exceptions to this rule being absences approved by submitting a written notice of absence, due to a valid reason.
