Course Objectives
(1) The goal is to master the pronunciation of Chinese language, to learn to apply basic vocabulary and grammar rules, and to develop conversational skills and reading comprehension.
(2) The goal is to be able to express things around them, such as greetings and daily conversations, in practical Chinese, and to communicate in simple Chinese.
(3) The goals is to gain a deeper understanding of the Chinese way of thinking, lifestyle, and culture.
Rubric
| Ideal Level | Standard Level | Unacceptable Level |
| Achievement 1 | Mastered the pronunciation of Chinese, learned to use basic vocabulary and grammar rules, and fully developed conversational skills and reading comprehension. | Mastered the pronunciation of Chinese, learned to use basic vocabulary and grammar rules, and developed conversational skills and reading comprehension. | Have not mastered the pronunciation of Chinese, learned to use basic vocabulary and grammar rules, and developed conversational skills and reading comprehension. |
| Achievement 2 | Can express things around them, such as greetings and daily conversations, in practical Chinese, and communicate well in simple Chinese. | Can express things around them, such as greetings and daily conversations, in practical Chinese, and communicate in simple Chinese. | Cannot express things around them, such as greetings and daily conversations, in practical Chinese, and communicate well in simple Chinese. |
| Achievement 3 | Fully gained a deeper understanding of the Chinese way of thinking, lifestyle, and culture. | Gained a deeper understanding of the Chinese way of thinking, lifestyle, and culture. | Have not gained a deeper understanding of the Chinese way of thinking, lifestyle, and culture. |
Assigned Department Objectives
Teaching Method
Outline:
It's said that pronunciation is the key to studying foreign languages. Chinese is no exception. In this class, we aim to achieve a balanced level of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while learning pronunciation carefully and taking time improving it. We will also deepen our understanding of the different cultures so that we can communicate more smoothly, while touching on the Chinese society and culture.
Style:
"(1) Pre-study and learn the learning points before attending classes.
(2) Actively participate in class.
(3) Work hard on vocal and conversational practice.
(4) Ask questions that arise during the pre-study or that you do not understand during classes.
Liaison: Hidetoshi Inoue"
Notice:
"To achieve these goals, students are required to do the following self-study:
(1) Pre-study to know the learning points and improve understanding of classes.
(2) Be sure to review after learning in class.
(3) Self-practice Chinese pronunciation using the CDs that come with the textbook and audio streaming URLs.
Students who miss 1/4 or more of classes will not be eligible for a passing grade."
Characteristics of Class / Division in Learning
Course Plan
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Theme |
Goals |
| 1st Semester |
| 1st Quarter |
| 1st |
Pronunciation 1, 2, 3 |
Learn tone, simple vowels, and consonants.
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| 2nd |
Pronunciation 4, 5 |
Learn about the compound vowels and nasal vowels.
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| 3rd |
Lesson 1: 你是日本人吗？ |
Learn personal pronouns, how to ask names, and verb-predicate sentences.
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| 4th |
Lesson 1: Grammar summary |
Learn Practice I and II.
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| 5th |
Lesson 2: 你学什么？ |
Learn how to use 的, the adverb 也, and the interrogative 什么.
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| 6th |
Lesson 2: Grammar summary |
Learn Practice I and II.
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| 7th |
Lesson 3: 你 你最近怎么样？ |
Learn adjective-predicate sentences, 刚 + verb, and the adverb 都.
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| 8th |
Review and midterm test
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Review the content learned.
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| 2nd Quarter |
| 9th |
Lesson 3: Grammar summary |
Learn Practice I and II.
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| 10th |
Lesson 4: 这是谁的词典？ |
Learn demonstrative pronouns, classifiers, and tag questions.
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| 11th |
Lesson 4: Grammar summary |
Learn Practice I and II.
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| 12th |
Lesson 5: 他什么时候来北京？ |
Learn how to say time, how to use 吧, 去/来/回/到 + place + verb.
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| 13th |
Lesson 5: Grammar summary |
Learn Practice I and II.
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| 14th |
Lesson 6: 图书馆在哪里？ |
Learn 有 and 在, subject-predicate sentences, and 几 and 多少.
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| 15th |
Summary of the first semester
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Review and answer to questions.
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| 16th |
Final exam
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Evaluation Method and Weight (%)
| Examination | Tasks | Small tests | Others | Total |
| Subtotal | 60 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 100 |
| Basic Proficiency | 60 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 100 |
| Specialized Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cross Area Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |