This is a revised edition of the essay-style test preparation book, adapted to the revisions to the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. The "Lecture" section provides detailed explanations of tips for answering essay questions, while the "Practice" section provides 40 practice questions.
The entire book will help you develop the ability to write logically.
The definitive essay-style test prep guide.
The Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test was revised in 2011, and essay questions were changed to a format requiring students to "logically state their thoughts on the question in approximately 400 words." This book is a revised version created to reflect this change.
Many people express uncertainty about how to prepare for essay-style questions, and even after starting to prepare, they often find themselves stuck writing because they don't know what to write and how to write it correctly.
This book is designed to address these questions and anxieties, provide practical practice, and help you develop the ability to answer essay questions comfortably in the actual test.
●Comprised of two parts: "Lecture" and "Practice"
The "Lecture" section provides easy-to-understand explanations of the steps and tips for writing answers to essay-style questions. After acquiring the knowledge necessary to answer essay questions in the "Lecture" section, you'll put that knowledge to practice in the "Practical" section.
● Acquire "knowledge and tips for writing logically" in the "Lecture" section.
In the lecture section, "bad answer examples" are shown at the beginning of each lesson. The lecture section then explains why each answer is bad. As you read, you can think to yourself, "Why is this answer bad?"
The lectures consist of 22 lectures, covering the steps to answering the question, such as what to do first after reading the question and how to structure it, as well as things to avoid, things to be careful of, and how to use manuscript paper.
This book will eliminate any worries or questions you may have about "what to write and how," and equip you with the knowledge and tips for writing logically, preparing you to tackle practical questions.
Its gentle, lecture-like style makes it easy to read.
●The practical section is divided into three steps.
There are 40 questions in total, divided into three areas: "Current Japanese Language Education," "Language Phenomena," and "In the Classroom." Each question is accompanied by an explanation and sample answer.
In addition, three steps are provided to help you develop the ability to answer questions comfortably. In the first step, we provide step-by-step instructions on how to write your answer, based on the thought process leading up to the answer explained in the lecture section.
As you read, you will clearly understand the specific steps. In the second step, after the question, there are hints for writing the answer, and on the next page there is an outline and sample answer. Using these as a guide, you can write your own answer.
In the third step, you will practice writing answers without the hints.
[Table of Contents]
Lecture Section
Before Starting the Lecture
1. Why Are Essay-Style Questions Asked?
2. Read the Question Carefully
3. After Reading the Question, Think Specifically
4. After Thinking Specifically, Decide on Your Position
5. Once You Decide on Your Position, Create an Outline
6. Start with Your Argument
7. In the Main Section, Include the Evidence to Support Your Argument
8. Use "For Example" When Developing Evidence
9. Use Contrastive Perspectives When Creating "For Example"
10. Finalize Your Argument
11. When There Are Two Questions, Consider the Balance of Your Answers
12. Imagine a Real-Life Situation
13. Question Common Sense
14. Avoid Self-Description
15. Avoid Abstract Theory
16. Eliminate Unnecessary Expressions
17. Write Predictable Sentences
18. Avoid Colloquial Language
19. Define Keywords in Mind
20. Be Careful with Technical Language
21. Be Careful of Typos
21. Make Full Use of Manuscript Paper
Practical Section
Section 1: Current State of Japanese Language Education, Questions 1-7
Section 2: Language Phenomena Questions 8-21
Field 3 Classroom Practice Questions 22-40
Sample Answers
References
Separate Answer Sheet
●Separate Answer Sheet Included
A separate answer sheet is included. It's extremely important to practice writing your own answers, so please make use of it.
Practice with this book and you won't be intimidated by the challenging essay questions on the certification exam. Secure points on the essay questions and get closer to passing!
