Mandarin Chinese --- Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing

Course Description:

This course is designed for students who do not have any or very little previous Mandarin Chinese background. It is conducted in a conversation-oriented setting. We will practice, discuss, and exchange information together in a simulated and interactive Chinese speaking environment. Students will acquire the basic communicative skills which are essential in contemporary Chinese speaking communities.

Objectives:

After the completion of this course, the student will:

1. master basic Chinese phonetic symbols and intonations.

2. learn nearly 300 basic characters and their relevant usages.

3. understand and respond to topics about basic survival needs, minimum courtesy and travel 
    requirements in Mandarin Chinese.

4. read simple connected materials for basic survival and social needs.

5. be able to write simple fixed expressions and memorized materials.

6. demonstrate knowledge on Chinese customs and culture.

Class Schedule | Download (PDF)

        ·  Chinese Beginner (Listening /Speaking ): 
             Fri 7:00 – 9:00 pm;  Sat 8:30 – 10:00 am

        ·  Chinese  Intermediate (Reading): 
             Mon & Wed       2:00 – 4:00 pm

        ·   Chinese Advanced (Reading and Writing):  to be determined  


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Native Chinese Instructors: Dr. Sherry Wu; Professor Xichuan Zhang; Mr. Xinhong Jia, etc.

Prerequisite: No prior knowledge or experience needed.

1)      Chinese Beginner  --- Listening and speaking

2)      Chinese Beginner  --- Intermediate

3)      Chinese Beginner  --- Advanced

4)      Chinese Intermediate  --- Reading

5)      Chinese Advanced level – Writing