Q&A
Question
Answer
0.1
What are Virtual Classrooms?
Virtual Classrooms are the school's remote learning program developed to cope with the risks of covid19 pandemic.
Students will receive instruction and interact with teachers remotely via internet connected sessions (virtual classrooms).
1
What level of JLPT is Tobira?
Tobira intermediate level is a Japanese textbook designed to bridge the gap between beginner and advanced Japanese. Learners will be at approximately JLPT N3 level by the end of Tobira. Especially if using supplementary JLPT study material, learners should be able to pass the JLPT N3 exam.
2
When should I pay for tuition?
All students must pay tuition at the time of registration, during Open Enrollment. You must pay before the registration deadline to avoid a late fee. See important dates on the Academic Calendar web page.
(Registration = select course, pay tuition)
2.1
Where can I find the registration form?
As a security measure, we provide access to the registration form only by email request. note: if link fails to open your email client then send email to: admin@dfwnihongo.com with subject=Request-Registration-Form in the body, please-describe-your-interest-include-skill-level-phone-number
New students should receive links to the registration form and the online payment system with our reply to their initial interest email.
Returning students do not have to resubmit a form unless changes to profile information are necessary. (address, email, phone, etc.)
3
How can I pay for tuition?
Follow the instructions: How to Pay Tuition on the Registration & Tuition web page.
4
I have studied some Japanese before but I'm not sure about my level. Which course should I take?
Consultation - Seek placement advice / choose a course. New students need to attend a short orientation session either in-person or online via Zoom.
5
I have enrolled in BP series classes before. Will you continue to offer BP series classes?
We will continue to offer a limited number of BP series classes, but we plan to gradually update our curriculum to lean more heavily on the new Tobira series of texts.
5.1
Are the BP series classes and TB classes with the same course number equivalent (ex. BP-102 & TB-102)?
There is some overlap in content between the BP and TB series courses, However there is not a direct one-to-one correspondence. While the TB textbook and course curriculum have a denser concentration of content, we feel that its updated approach offers more realistic life scenarios and dialog.
6
I'm eager to start learning Japanese as soon as possible. Do I have to wait until next term to enroll?
If you are absolutely a beginner, we recommend you wait and enroll in TB-100 next term. In the mean time we could help you find a tutor as an interim solution.
If you have studied Japanese before, enrolling after the term starts will be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on teacher's evaluation and seat availability.
7
I'm a high school freshman. Can I enroll in the adult program?
High school students may enroll in the adult program with parents written consent.
8
Are classes available once a week?
Classes for all courses meet once per week on the days listed in the course offering table.
9
What is the school's policy for cancelling classes due to storms, inclement weather and/or electricity brown-out/black-out?
In-person classes will be canceled if the temperature is 32 degrees or less and precipitation is forecast. ( see current weather FW)
Students and parents should use their own judgment and discretion.
Always check the DFW-Nihongo website News and Announcement page
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Why does nothing happen when I click a link to send an email?
note: when clicking some links for email, your browser will try to open your default email client.