What did the university students studying Japanese language education learn through their participation in the activity where learners share their awareness and findings of Japanese language learning and Japanese socio-cultural aspects?

Abstract

University students studying Japanese language education participated in the activity where learners share their awareness and findings of Japanese language learning and Japanese socio-cultural aspects. The reflection sheets written by the students show that they (1)had an opportunity of cross-cultural understanding (2)noticed learners' motivations and difficulties in studying Japanese, (3)had the clearer image of teaching Japanese, and (4) noticed difficulties in talking with and supporting learners.