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Chinese Courses
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Chinese Courses
Course: 501601 YR
Chinese I
Credit: 1
Grade: 9, 10
Course ID: 501601
YR
Course Name: Chinese I
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 9, 10
Required Prerequisite(s): NONE
What's Next: Chinese I
Chinese I is an introduction to the Chinese world, its language and its people. The main emphasis is on oral skills while developing reading and writing skills. The student will be guided in recognizing the interrelationships of language and will develop a cultural appreciation of the Chinese world. The expected outcome of this course is developing novice mid –novice high proficiency. This course is conducted in Chinese a significant amount of time.
Course: 502601 YR
Chinese II
Credit: 1
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course ID: 502601
YR
Course Name: Chinese II
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12
Required Prerequisite(s): Chinese I
What's Next: Chinese III Honors
Chinese II continues to develop the oral skills with added emphasis on reading and writing skills. Expansion of vocabulary and grammatical structures continues. Culturally related practices of selected Chinese speaking countries or regions will be explored. The expected outcome of this course is developing novice high –intermediate low proficiency. This course is conducted in Chinese a significant amount of time.
Course: 503631 YR
Chinese III Honors
Credit: 1
Grade: 11, 12
Course ID: 503631
YR
Course Name: Chinese III Honors
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Required Prerequisite(s): Chinese II
What's Next: AP Chinese IV
Chinese III Honors continues to develop the oral and writing skills with added emphasis on reading and increased emphasis on Advanced Placement exam preparation. Expansion of vocabulary and grammatical structures continues. Culturally–related practices of selected Chinese regions will be explored.The expected outcome of the course is developing intermediate low –intermediate mid proficiency. This course is conducted predominately in Chinese. NOTE: Chinese III H is NOT offered on High School (9th and 10th grade) campuses.
Course: 504651 YR
AP Chinese IV
Credit: 1
Grade: 11, 12
Course ID: 504651
YR
Course Name: AP Chinese IV
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Required Prerequisite(s): Chinese III or Chinese III Honors
What's Next: NONE
AP Chinese IV prepares students to demonstrate intermediate mid–high proficiency across the full range of language skills within a cultural frame of reference. The course will develop reading proficiency of authentic texts, fiction and non–fiction, listening proficiency of formal and colloquial authentic language, and writing proficiency in descriptive, expository, and persuasive styles.This course utilizes critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. The expected outcome of this course is developing intermediate mid –intermediate high proficiency and to prepare students for success on the AP Chinese Language and Culture exam. This course is conducted predominately in Chinese.
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