What are common challenges faced by learners in Japanese proficiency tests

Common challenges faced by learners in Japanese proficiency tests (such as the JLPT) include mastering vocabulary, kanji, and grammar, as well as overcoming language anxiety, particularly in speaking. Kanji is often cited as intimidating due to its complexity, while learners also struggle with sentence patterns and vocabulary knowledge. Transfer errors from learners’ native languages and interference from linguistic backgrounds also impact language acquisition. Additionally, difficulties arise from the cognitive processing of loanwords and organizing logical expression in Japanese, which may affect test performance. Anxiety and differentiated learning needs also influence learner outcomes in proficiency test preparation. ^{1, 2, 3, 4, 5}

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[6]: http://www.leia.org/LEiA/LEiA VOLUMES/Download/LEiA_V4_I2_2013/LEiA_V4I2A02_Stroupe.pdf