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Prerequisite: None
This is an introduction to Modern Standard Chinese (Mandarin) and to the cultures of China. All four skills areas-listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be taught with a major emphasis on speaking and listening. Students will learn the Pinyin spelling system as well as be introduced to Chinese characters. Students will learn to talk about themselves and their families. Students will learn about and celebrate the holidays, arts and crafts of China. Activities will include calligraphy, games and cooking.
W403121 Chinese 2 Grades 9 – 12 4 Quarters
Prerequisite: Chinese 1 (W403111) or Junior High 1 & 2
This is a continuation course for students who have completed Chinese I or two years of Junior High Chinese courses. The emphasis will continue to be on the spoken language. The study of Chinese characters will include both traditional and simplified forms. Topics include shopping, talking about past and future events, daily and leisure activities, home and school.
W473131 Chinese 3 IB Prep Grades 10 – 12 4 Quarters
Prerequisite: Chinese 2 (W403121)
Vocabulary and structures from Chinese I and II will be expanded on. Topics include home and school, going to the doctor, a restaurant and getting around town. Students will be reading short stories and advertisements. This course will offer more practice in extended writing.
W473141 Chinese 4 IB (College in the Schools Chinese 1011) Grades 10 – 12 4 Quarters
Prerequisite: Chinese 3 (W473131)
This class is primarily conducted in Chinese. Students will be working with textbook and authentic Chinese texts. Student’s practice narrating a sequence of events, and dealing with difficulties. Students will write longer essays. Students may begin to prepare for the IB Subsidiary Exams at this level. Students may also earn college credit at the U of M through the College in the Schools program.
W473151 Chinese 5 IB (College in the Schools Chinese 1012) Grades 10 – 12 4 Quarters
Prerequisite: Chinese 4 (W473141)
This class is primarily conducted in Chinese. Students will be given more experience with authentic written materials. Students will practice writing longer essays. Students will practice offering and defending their opinions. Students should test for the IB Subsidiary Exams at this level. Students may also earn college credit at the U of M through the College in the Schools program.
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