Online Class: Japanese Cultural Studies 101
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with CEU Certificate*
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12Lessons
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24Exams &
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1,295Students
have taken this course -
10Hours
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1.0CEUs
Course Description
Japan is a strand of islands, or archipelago, that lies to the east of the coast of China. 120 miles of water separate Japan from the Asian mainland. Archeologists think people have inhabited the islands for about 30,000 years. During that extensive period of time, this country has alternated between sharing trade and ideas with the outside world and withdrawing into itself. As a result, Japanese culture is a fusion of trends from around the globe, each marked with a uniquely Japanese stamp.
This course will explore this history as well as discuss Japanese traditions, language, religions, food, etiquette and manners, careers and education, arts, holidays and leisure, architecture, government and the legal system.
Throughout this course you will see how Japanese people value consideration, thoughtfulness, politeness and order. It is one of the safest places on the earth to visit, and although it may be difficult to blend in, it is easy to appreciate well-mannered Japanese culture.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction
- Lesson 1 Video
- Lesson discussions: Japan; Reasons for Taking this Course
- Complete Assignment: An Introduction
- Complete Assignment: Thoughts on Japan
- Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam
Lesson 2: Traditions
- Lesson 2 Video
- Complete Assignment: Geisha
- Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam
Lesson 3: Language
- Lesson 3 Video
- Lesson discussions: Japanese Language
- Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam
Lesson 4: Religion
- Lesson 4 Video
- Complete Assignment: Religion
- Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam
Lesson 5: Food
- Lesson 5 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam
Lesson 6: Etiquette and Manners Part I
- Lesson 6 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam
Lesson 7: Etiquette and Manners Part II: Behavior Inside a Japanese House
- Lesson 7 Video
- Complete Assignment: House Etiquette
- Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam
Lesson 8: Career and Education
- Lesson 8 Video
- Complete Assignment: Educational Thoughts
- Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam
Lesson 9: The Arts
- Lesson 9 Video
- Lesson discussions: Popular Art Forms
- Complete Assignment: Japanese Artist
- Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam
Lesson 10: Special Events, Holidays, and Leisure
- Lesson 10 Video
- Complete Assignment: Special Event
- Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
Lesson 11: Architecture
- Lesson 11 Video
- Complete Assignment: New Things
- Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam
Lesson 12: Society
- Lesson 12 Video
- Lesson discussions: Let us know what you think of this course; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
- Complete: The Final Assignment
- Complete Assignment: Final Thoughts
- Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam
- Assessment: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Summarize and identify Japanese traditions, language, religion, and food.
- Summarize etiquette and manners in Japan.
- Describe career and education in Japan.
- Recognize the arts in Japan.
- Identify special events, holidays, and leisure in Japan.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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Student Testimonials
- "I liked it and this is an initial way to learn about Japanese culture. Every lesson could be a course itself." -- Sharon S.
- "The course offers great insight into Japanese culture, traditions, religion, food, art, history, and is great for travelers, educators and people seeking introductory cultural enlightenment." -- Andrew E.
- "Learning about the Japanese culture has truly opened up my eyes about Japan." -- Taylor C.
- "The written information was very helpful to me it was very interesting and enjoyable, and easy to get the right information without having to read a whole book to get the right answers." -- Eileen E.
- "All the written material was relevant to my interest, and much of it - not all - was new to me." -- Peter H.
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