Nakama 1 Enhanced, Student Text Av Seiichi (Princeton University) Makino, Yukiko Abe (Hiroshima University) Hatasa, Kazumi (Purdue University Hatasa,

NAKAMA 1 ENHANCED is a complete, flexible introductory program designed to present the fundamentals of the Japanese language to college students. Presented in two parts, NAKAMA 1A and NAKAMA 1B, the program focuses on proficiency-based language learning, emphasizes practical communication and student interaction, and fosters the development of all four language skills and cultural awareness. Thematically organized chapters focus on high-frequency communicative situations and introduce users to the Japanese language and its three writing systems: hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Maintaining the program''s balanced approach, the new edition features updated technology resources, new authentic art, and practical, contemporary vocabulary to enhance learning.