Grammar:

• the grammar patterns with the Te-form いますfor:

  • Present progressive

  • Habitual actions

  • Current states

• Particle も to describe duplication.

• Particleは for contrasting

• Negative Te-form　…ないで

• Gerund     Dictionary form + こと

Goals:

• Can inquire and describe someone’s current activities.

• Can discuss routine activities.

• Can contrast two things using the particleは

• Can inquire and describer someone’s current state using expressions like

  つとめています, ついています　and　すんでいます

• Can effectively communicate health issues to a medical doctor.

• Can ask and answer about the rules in the public space using

  …ないでください and …てもいいですか

This class meets from 6:30 - 8:30 PM on Wednesdays from 3/25 to 5/13. Please see the class schedule here for details.

10% late registration fees will be in effect from 12 PM (CT) March 20, 2026 for Session 2 classes.