Scientific Questions That Make You Want To Think In Japanese (Part 1) [Culture and Society]: An Inquiry-Based, Activity-Based Japanese Textbook [Inclu

Based on the diverse themes and fascinating discoveries presented in global academic research, this new inquiry-based, activity-based Japanese textbook focuses on "researching, thinking, and communicating."

Modern global society faces numerous critical issues, including environmental problems, inequality and poverty, as well as disasters, conflicts, and infectious diseases. In this era of globalization and borderlessness, it is essential for people around the world to cooperate across national and disciplinary boundaries to address these challenges. A broad foundation in natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities is necessary for academic studies, research, and work in the corporate world, and this is also true for learners who wish to study or work in Japanese. What is crucial is not mere knowledge, but the ability to research, engage in dialogue, and collaborate with a scientific sensibility.

Based on these ideas, this book uses academic research texts as material to provide 104 activities for "researching, thinking, and communicating," along with a total of 333 vocabulary and grammar points based on a corpus. Through abundant explanations and practice exercises, it cultivates comprehensive Japanese communication skills.

[Qualities and Abilities Developed]

1. The Ability to Communicate, Collaborate, and Express Oneself in Japanese Navigators Dr., Ai, and Riku will guide readers through lectures themed on intriguing "scientific questions." Through in-depth discussions on human-created "culture and society," meticulous research, and various activities involving research, thinking, and dialogue, readers will cultivate the ability to communicate, collaborate, and express themselves in Japanese.

2. Academic Japanese Essential for Academic Activities The vocabulary and expressions used in the reading comprehension and activities in this book are scientifically derived based on corpora and databases such as the "Japanese Academic Common Vocabulary List," "Japanese Language Proficiency Test Question Standards," and "Production Team Original Vocabulary List." By learning a total of 333 vocabulary words, sentence patterns, and grammar points, readers can acquire the academic Japanese skills essential for academic activities.

3. Comprehensive Japanese Communication Ability Based on Theoretical and Practical Knowledge Through detailed explanations of word meanings and usages, and grammar columns focusing on the structure and application of the Japanese language, you can develop the ability to more appropriately understand Japanese vocabulary, expressions, and grammar, and to use them effectively in real-life communication situations.