Language Learning Support

Hiroshima University Library carries out various initiatives to support language learning.

Extensive Reading Materials

Extensive reading is a reading method for learning a foreign language by reading a large amount of Graded Readers, whose text levels are divided, from easy books such as picture books. Please enjoy reading according to the following three principles: 

  1. Don’t use a dictionary.
  2. Skip over difficult words, phrases and passages.
  3. When the going gets tough, quit the book and pick up another. 

Available Online Materials

Language Exchange Events

The library hosts “Language Exchange Events” where international students and Japanese students can casually learn each other's languages and interact.

  • English at the Library
    This event is for those who wish to try English conversation or interact with international students using English.
    Participants can enjoy themed conversations with English-speaking staff and international students, and acquire practical English skills.
  • Japanese at the Library
    This event brings together international students who want to practice Japanese and Japanese students interested in international exchange.
    Through conversations in Japanese, participants can deepen their understanding not only of the language but also of the culture.
     


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