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Ko tōu reo, ko tōku reo, te tuakiri tangata. Tīhei uriuri, tīhei nakonako.
Learning a new language provides a means of communicating with people from another culture and exploring one’s own personal world. Languages and cultures play a key role in developing our personal, group, national, and human identities. Every language has its own ways of expressing meanings; each has intrinsic value and special significance for its users. - New Zealand Curriculum
This course offers a combination of internal and external assessment.
This course is in a UE approved domain
Course endorsement available.
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WHY STUDY Chinese AT YEAR 13?
WHY STUDY Chinese AT YEAR 13?
Chinese is one of the most spoken languages in the world. China is New Zealand’s largest trade partner. Learning Chinese will not only open the door to a fascinating culture with a 3000 years’ history but also increase your employment prospects in the future.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
The course aims to develop your ability to communicate effectively in all four language skills to level 8 of the National Curriculum. You are expected to be able to:
take part in general conversation in Chinese, understanding most of what is said and contributing relevant comments
express and discuss their own ideas and opinions
explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives
interact comfortably with native speakers, especially those of their own age.
Modules will focus on Chinese culture, learning a foreign language, modern technology and future career.
What WILL I DO?
What WILL I DO?
You will be able to use language effectively to express and justify your own ideas and opinions and support or challenge those of others. You will also be able to respond critically to texts using your language and cultural knowledge. The following main topics will be covered this year:
Chinese culture
Comparison between China & New Zealand
Jobs and future career
Modern Technology
Learning a foreign language
wHAT will I NEED?
wHAT will I NEED?
The Year 13 programme is designed for students who have already completed at least three years study of Chinese or who have first language knowledge of Chinese. To gain entry to this course, you must gain at least 14 credits in NCEA Level 2 Chinese. Other students may gain entry at the discretion of the HOD – consultation is required.
How is this course assessed?
How is this course assessed?
NZQA Chinese Subject Resources
https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/subjects/select-subject/chinese/
School Policy for NCEA Assessment
You should be aware of the school procedures for NCEA assessment. They can be found on the school website at this link. There you will find answers to frequently asked questions about how NCEA works as well as guidance about how to apply for extensions, reconsiderations or the process for withdrawing from a standard.
We hope you have a rewarding and succesful year!
For more information please contact Feng Yu:
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