"Language is the road map of culture. 

It tells you where its people come from and where they are going."

 "If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head.  

If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart." 

2025 – 26 Chinese Program Learning and Expectation Agenda

“ For effective language learning and higher language proficiency, 

motivation has long been as one of the most important factors. 

your interest, 

the perception of its usefulness, 

the desire to achieve, 

self-confidence, self-esteem, 

patience, persistence, or the approval of parents or others 

will greatly impact your success of Chinese language learning. ”

 Take care and work to your best 😊

Resources 

Please refer to our Google Classroom - Chinese Classes
for 2025-26 Curriculum Outlines and the Class Scope & Sequence Schedule.

Language Study

Engaging in more Listening can significantly enhance your Speaking ability;

Engaging in more Reading can significantly enhance your Writing ability.

ACTFL Can-Do Statement Check-List

·   Learners would set learning goals and regularly chart their own progress toward the goals 

·   Through reflection they would identify what it takes to advance their language and intercultural proficiency 

in order to function at a higher level through the progress of the learning

·   How to use vs. How NOT to use the Can-Do Statement 

 *Click the links below for the Can-Do check-list

Interpersonal Communication 

Interpretive Communication

Presentational Communication

If you have any question or feedback, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Please feel free to email me if you would like to schedule an appointment for extra help.  

"Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration."

 jiā yóu !

     加油 ！ 

Teacher: Lisa H.C. Chang
zhāng lǎo shī 

张老师 / 張老師 

Email: hcchang@chclc.org