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Free Japanese Language Courses
Individuals interested in learning how to speak, write and read Japanese as well as those who are already familiar or fluent in the language can find free courses online through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Classes also touch on Kanji characters and modern standard Japanese.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
There are three levels of Japanese language courses available at MIT: introductory, intermediate and advanced. Individuals taking introductory classes learn basic reading, writing and speaking skills. Those at the intermediate level build oral proficiency, learn approximately 80 characters and focus on gaining an active command of the language. An advanced course is available for fluent speakers who wish to continue with independent study.
Free Online Japanese Language Courses at a Glance
| Course & School | Program Level | Format | Assignments | Quizzes & Exams | Downloadable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese I course from Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Undergraduate/Graduate | Text, Video | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Japanese II course from Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Undergraduate/Graduate | Text | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Intermediate Japanese I course from Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Undergraduate | Text | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Japanese I course from Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Undergraduate | Text | Yes | No | Yes |
| Advanced Japanese II course from Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Undergraduate | Text | Yes | No | Yes |
