MNN Language & Culture 1: Department recommendation. (Oral proficiency is in the intermediate-mid range)
MNN Language & Culture 2: Completion of MNN Language & Culture 1
Entry Proficiency Level: Intermediate Mid
End of Course Targeting Proficiency level: Intermediate High
In MNN Chinese Language & Culture 1/2 course, students will explore how to make the most of their high school life experience through the following units of study: School Life, Beyond School Field, Getting to Know China, and Contemporary Issues. Students enrolling in this course usually have a Chinese background or a strong foundation in Chinese language and culture. Through carefully selected materials and well-developed learning activities, they will enhance their interest in Chinese, become more appreciative of their heritage, and gain further understanding of their own identities. The students have an opportunity to fully develop their communication skills to the targeted proficiency level in a period of two years if needed. 1 credit will be awarded for the successful completion of a one-year study.
At the conclusion of MNN Language and Culture 1, students should be able to:
- Attain and provide information on a variety of familiar and practical topics.
- Talk about personal life and express feelings including relationships and experiences.
- Write or type in Chinese characters in various discourse forms such as letters, journals, dialogue, stories, etc. showing mastery of a variety of vocabulary including some idioms and proper conjunctions.
- Discuss some global issues such as digital influence, environment, and education.
- Compare and contrast between Chinese culture and the other cultures.
- Apply modern communication tools to enhance Chinese learning.
- Use input of Chinese characters in common computer applications.
- Conduct home reading or extensive reading.