Chinese I

Instructors

• Hong Jiang - 8474674419 - 4-402 Kresge Centennial Hall

Meeting Info

• Kresge Centennial Hall 4-420 - MoTuWeThFr 10:00AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

• The course focuses on language function and structure, and stresses the fundamental rules of learning the Chinese script. It also introduces cultural norms and customs closely associated with the Chinese language. Students will also learn to use a Chinese dictionary.

Teaching Method

• Five regular class hours are for pronunciation practice, analysis of sentence structure, sentence building, etymology of Chinese words and conversation. In class, after the introduction to grammar and characters in English, the instruction will focus on sentence building and conversation.

Evaluation Method

• Class attendance, classroom performance, daily written assignments, three oral and written quizzes, and a final exam.

Class Materials (Required)

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  • The textbook is New Practical Chinese Reader I (7-5619-1040-1).
  
  
  • The workbook is New Practical Chinese Reader Workbook I (7-5619-1042-8).
  
  

Class Attributes

• Specific requirements in the language
  
  

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