Chinese

Chinese I

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLC1A

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: None

Chinese I is a high school level course. It is an introductory course intended for students with little or no knowledge of the language. Its aim is to present essential vocabulary and grammar, and to develop the pronunciation, listening, reading and writing skills necessary for basic communication and comprehension. An emphasis will be on producing the sounds, stress patterns, and intonation of the language. Basic Chinese radicals (components of the characters) and structure of the characters will be stressed for future character building. Customs and cultural insights are also presented.

Chinese II Advanced (formerly known as Pre-AP Chinese II)

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLC2QA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: Chinese I

Chinese II Advanced is a more rigorous reinforcement and expansion of the four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Greater emphasis is placed on oral and written communication skills at this level. Vocabulary is expanded through reading and writing exercises, and conversational practice. Advanced Chinese radicals (components of the characters) and structure of the characters will be stressed for future character building. Students continue to acquire cultural insights and appreciation of the culture of Chinese speaking countries. This course will prepare students for the rigor and successful completion of Chinese III Advanced.

Chinese III Advanced (formerly known as Pre-AP Chinese III)

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLC3QA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: Advanced Chinese II

Students will further develop the depth of their language proficiency in Mandarin and their understanding of Chinese culture. Students will engage in reading, writing (including typing Chinese), listening to and speaking Mandarin, but at a higher level than before and with an emphasis on refinement of (spoken) tone. Students will continue to learn new characters and will learn more advanced grammatical concepts in the context of “Real Life” scenarios. Advanced Chinese radicals (components of the characters) and structure of the characters will be stressed for future character building.

This course is designed for those students planning to continue their language study (specifically AP Chinese IV).

AP Chinese IV

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLC4PA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: Advanced Chinese III or a CBE score of 90 or higher at Level III

AP Chinese IV is designed to further develop knowledge of and proficiency in Chinese language and culture - reading, writing (including typing Chinese), listening to and speaking Mandarin. The learning activities continuously reinforce student-centered learning and cooperative learning, the use of information technology, and encourage creative learning and thinking.

More advanced and authentic writing material as well as more “real life” scenarios will be used in AP Chinese IV. This course is designed for those students planning to continue their language study and for those students planning to take the Chinese AP Exam.

College Board Course Description

Chinese Cultural and Linguistic Topics (INDEPENDENT STUDY)

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLC5PA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: AP Chinese IV

(AP Weighted Credit) This is an independent study course. Students will explore Chinese Literature, the arts, culinary study, among other instructor-approved topics.