"Interactive Communication Activities Using Japanese Language" through Collaboration, Dialogue and Legitimate Peripheral Participation

-A Report of the Community Learning Japanese Language Class "Toyonaka-Nihongo Moku-Hiru"-

Abstract

This study reports and examines the concepts and practices of the community learning Japanese language class "Toyonaka-Nihongo Moku-Hiru". The class programs are based on the understanding of human rights and diversity and aim at interactive learning between Japanese and foreigners. By analyzing the development and practice process of "Interactive Communication Activities Using Japanese Language (Nihon-go Koryu Katsudo)", the study examines how collaboration among the participants was made, how the Japanese volunteers and foreigners participated in the community of practice, and how dialogue and comprehension were constructed among the participants.