11 Chinese Second Language
11CHM Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms M. Lin.
Recommended Prior LearningYear 10 Chinese or equivalent (this is a course for second language learners ONLY). This course does not suit students whose home language is Chinese. These students are able to join the Chinese heritage language class when they reach Year 12 and 13. We understand that students may have learnt Chinese in a number of different ways, therefore if you have other experience please talk to Ms Lin ([email protected]).
Note: This is a course for second language learners ONLY.
Course Content:
The Year 11 Chinese course builds on your practical skills with content including: transport, sports, leisure activities, holiday, Chinese cuisine, celebrations, and future plans. This course provides you with realistic opportunities to use your Chinese language, such as by entering Chinese Writing competitions for secondary schools, watching some classic Chinese Films directed by some well-known directors, and/or by learning some beautiful Chinese songs and poems.
An example of our Year 11 students talking about their school, their studies and their Chinese learning
You will also have the opportunity to use your Chinese language while experiencing authentic Chinese cuisine where possible.
You will have access to Education Perfect or Quizlet and other online Chinese resources to support your learning both inside and outside of our Chinese classroom.
Course Overview
Term 1
1. Revision of year 10 content
2. My academic studies
3. My school life
Term 2
1. My leisure life and after school activities
2. Transport
3. Chinese comparatives
Term 3
1. Holidays and travelling
2. I'm sick
Term 4
End of year revision and assessments
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
Level 2 Chinese Second Language
Continued study in Year 12, 13 and university. Mandarin Chinese is university entrance accredited subject, and is also offered by all major New Zealand universities. HSK Chinese Proficiency Exam; exchange and scholarship opportunities. Here's just a few of many Chinese career opportunities that await you!!
Research analyst (someone can help companies to make better business decisions for their Asian/Chinese speaking markets), global marketing specialist, government agent (with more than 300,000 Chinese migrants in NZ, our government needs you), Chinese teacher, ESOL teacher (you can teach both in non-English speaking countries as well as in English speaking countries), translator, interpreter, cultural promoter. Mandarin Chinese is a great language to learn that will open the doors to a world of opportunities.
Highly recommended: NiHao 3 Student Workbook approx. $75 (Students purchase theirs at the EGGS stationery shop)
Highly recommended: $28 Education Perfect subscription (one payment for all languages)
Students must also purchase a 1B5 exercise book (approximately $3.00).
Throughout the year, students will have the opportunity to participate in cultural enrichment activities. These cost between $5 to $30 depending on the activities.
| Description | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Nihao 3 Student Workbook | Voluntary | $75.00 |
| Education Perfect | Voluntary | $28.00 |
| $103.00 | ||