–$840

-24 hours

-2 hrs per day (12 weeks)

-Wed

-3 to 5pm

The Chinese for Secondary School Students course is designed to help students develop essential language skills in Mandarin Chinese, focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It offers a balanced approach to learning, introducing students to practical vocabulary, grammar structures, and key cultural aspects of the Chinese-speaking world. Through engaging activities, such as dialogues, written exercises, and cultural exploration, students will enhance their ability to communicate in various everyday contexts, as well as deepen their appreciation for Chinese culture.

Key Course Objectives:

1. Language Proficiency: Build strong foundational skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Chinese.
2. Grammar and Vocabulary: Master essential grammar rules and expand vocabulary relevant to secondary school students.
3. Communication Skills: Develop the ability to engage in basic conversations, express opinions, and comprehend spoken and written Chinese in real-world scenarios.
4. Cultural Understanding: Gain insights into Chinese customs, traditions, and modern-day practices to foster intercultural competence.
5. Critical Thinking: Cultivate critical thinking through reading comprehension, interpretation of texts, and structured writing tasks.

Teaching Methods:

• Interactive Lessons: Classroom discussions, pair work, and group activities that encourage student participation.
• Multimedia Resources: Audio-visual aids to improve pronunciation, listening skills, and cultural knowledge.
• Written Practice: Writing exercises that help students master Chinese characters, sentence construction, and composition.
• Cultural Projects: Exploration of Chinese festivals, art, and history to contextualize the language in a meaningful way.

Target Audience:

This course is suitable for secondary school students who are either beginners or have a basic understanding of Chinese. It is structured to support students’ growth from foundational to intermediate proficiency, aligning with the needs of secondary school education.