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Purpose of the Test |
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The CJPT is designed to objectively measure and evaluate one's
proficiency in using the Japanese language for communication
in a diverse range of situations. It is targeted at non-native
speakers engaged primarily in business. |
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| 2. |
Features of the Test |
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The test gives priority to measuring and evaluating
one's ability to understand and communicate using the forms
of Japanese encountered in business situations, rather than
simply measuring one's knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. |
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The test consists of three
parts:
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Listening test to measure and evaluate
knowledge of Japanese grammar |
| 2) |
Reading test to measure and evaluate
comprehension of written Japanese including kana
and kanji |
| 3) |
Oral communication test to measure
and evaluate communication skills |
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| 3. |
Structure of the Test |
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The Listening Comprehension
Test involves answering questions based on listening. This
is
a "multiple choice" test with the questions and
possible answers illustrated using pictures. Accordingly,
no knowledge of kana or kanji is necessary.
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| (1) |
The Listening Comprehension
Test involves answering questions based on listening. This
is a "multiple
choice" test with the questions and possible answers
illustrated using pictures. Accordingly, no knowledge of
kana or kanji is necessary. |
| (2) |
The Reading Comprehension Test
involves answering questions based on reading sentences.
This is also a "multiple
choice" test. |
| (3) |
The Communication Test measures and evaluates
one's command of oral Japanese communication skills from
a comprehensive range of perspectives. It does not involve
a written examination. Instructors trained in interviewing
skills conduct conversation and role-playing tests, which
are recorded. The recorded tests are then assessed by at
least two other instructors. |
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| 4. |
Evaluation Criteria |
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You will receive an assessment based on your
score for each part of the test, so regular examinations will
enable you to measure your progress. The Communication Test
evaluates 32 items related to communication ability, and you
can find out your score for each item. |
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| 5. |
Duration |
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The test lasts
about 90 minutes, including the time required for explanation
of the procedure.
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| (1) |
Listening Comprehension Test:
30 minutes |
| (2) |
Reading Comprehension Test:
20 minutes |
| (3) |
Communication Test (General
Conversation and Role Playing): 30 minutes |
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| 6. |
Fee |
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8500 yen for one person
Fee includes: test, evaluation, interview tape |
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| 7. |
Applications and inquiries |
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Please contact your usual instructor or our
office
(call:03-5771-7071 or e-mail:nihongo@peoplefocus.co.jp). |
