Interview with ECC Japanese language students
ECC Nihongo aims to develop employees’ communication skills
We train students to be able to communicate smoothly not only at work, but also in their day-to-day lives after arriving in Japan.
Our lessons focus not just on simply speaking Japanese, but rather on truly mastering it.
The 3 benefits only ECC can provide
Key points are clearly explained using simple English.
Japanese instructors explain important points using English, so even first-time learners can easily understand Japanese concepts.
Lessons focus on using Japanese.
Students study the target language prior to class, allowing lessons to focus on using Japanese.
Shortened learning time using original teaching materials.
ECC’s original teaching materials, which aim to strengthen the four main language skills, allow students to improve in less time than general teaching materials.
Key points are clearly explained in English
Using English to explain Japanese concepts that beginners find difficult makes the ideas easier to understand, and allows learners to comprehend the information more quickly and more correctly than if the explanations were made in Japanese.
Being able to use Japanese and English as necessary depending on the situation allows us to provide the best possible education for our students.
Lessons focus on actually using Japanese
ECC Nihongo lessons are designed to maximize student participation, and it is expected that students will be speaking 90% of the time with teachers only speaking 10% of the time.
In addition, the lessons are designed to be interactive and fast-paced, allowing learners to enjoy practicing their Japanese and preventing them from getting bored.
By the end of the lesson, learners will be able to use what they have learned during the lesson to express their own opinions.
Shorten your learning time with original teaching materials
ECC’s original teaching materials were developed with the aim of strengthening the four main language skills. Lessons focus mainly on “listening” and “speaking” skills, while “reading” and “writing” skills are improved through preparation and review.
Using standard Japanese learning materials, it takes approximately 528 hours* of lessons for a person with no experience in learning Japanese to become able to acquire the JLPT N3. However, with ECC’s original materials, only 400 hours of lessons are necessary.
※According to a study done by ECC
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e-Learning exam preparation
We also offer an e-Learning system that can be used with smartphones and tablets.
Students can prepare for exams by answering practice questions that been produced through careful analysis of prior exam questions and exam trends.
The order of questions changes each time, allowing for repeated practice.
Why choose ECC Nihongo ?
ECC Nihongo is a one-stop service for Japanese language education starting from before students come to Japan and continuing afterwards.
We can tailor our lessons to help address any educational needs or concerns your company may have, such as employees having only a limited time to study before coming to Japan or needing to improve employees’ Japanese after their arrival in Japan.
Rather than simply improving a student’s general knowledge of Japanese or producing students who can only parrot the conversations they practiced in class, we work on cultivating Japanese language skills that enable students to have smooth, meaningful communication with Japanese people.
ECC has developed ECC Nihongo to provide solutions for companies that are facing difficulties relating to their foreign employees’ Japanese language skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to provide Japanese language education for foreign employees who are not living in Japan?
In that case, would their teacher be someone from their country?
In general, students who are studying with us from outside of Japan take lessons online. The teacher in charge of their classes will be Japanese.
Are both face-to-face and online lessons available?
Yes, both face-to-face lessons and online lessons are available.
Do you provide lessons for individuals?
Our product is designed for use by businesses and our lesson plans can be tailored to meet your business needs. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
What levels of Japanese ability do you provide classes for?
We can provide lessons for students ranging from beginner to advanced levels.
How much do lessons cost?
Lesson fees depend on a range of factors such as the length of the course, the number of lesson hours desired, the number of students, their Japanese ability, their nationality, and the overall aim of the course.
Feel free to contact us to obtain an estimate for a course tailored to your needs.
Student’s Voices
※Excerpts from a survey conducted three months after course commencement
Student A（Indonesian）
Ｑ：It’s been three months since you started studying Japanese. How are you finding it so far?
Ａ：I think my Japanese has improved a lot. The lessons are getting more and more difficult, but I’m doing my best.
Q：Are there any areas where you feel you have improved? What do you feel you are able to do now that you couldn’t before?
Ａ：I feel like I’ve learnt a lot of Japanese. For example, I’m now able to talk about Japanese customs and make suggestions.
Student G（Indonesian）
Ｑ：It’s been three months since you started studying Japanese. How are you finding it so far?
Ａ：After three months of studying Japanese, I’ve gotten a better understanding of grammar. I can also read more and more kanji. And I think I’m able to speak a little more fluently.
Q：Are there any areas where you feel you have improved? What do you feel you are able to do now that you couldn’t before?
Ａ：Yes, I really feel like my Japanese ability has improved. Now, I’m not just able to have everyday conversations, I’m sometimes able to talk about more complex things. For example, job hunting and news from around the world.
