汉语四
Class 1: 5th Period
Class 2: 6th Period (+AT)
About this Course:
This course branches out into more complicated interactions between people. By the end of the year, students will be able to discuss their lives at school, food options and styles, and even give advice on healthy living. At this point in their Mandarin studies, conversations between students should be fluid and dynamic, with one topic seamlessly moving on to the next. In addition to this, students will begin their study of 成语 and other idioms, as well as conduct research on life in contemporary China.
Language Policy:
Students will sign a Language Pledge at the beginning of the year. Class will be conducted entirely in Chinese for the first 60 minutes, and students will be expected to speak the language through all of class. Consistent use of English in class will result the student being removed from the classroom. While this may seem harsh, students need to keep in mind that hearing English will disrupt the "language zone" that we are trying to create. Doing so is harmful to the learning of his or her classmates and will not be tolerated.
A copy of the Language Pledge students will sign is located here.
A copy of the Language Pledge students will sign is located here.
Retake Policy:
I provide chances for students to regain lost points on any quizzes we take in this class. I do this because I use quizzes to determine how and what students need to be working on during and outside of class. If a student can prove to me that he or she has studied adequately and feels comfortable with the material after the quiz has already been taken, I see no problem giving those points back. However, neither tests nor written journals may be retaken as those are meant to be proof that a student has successfully learned and applied the materials from class.
Note: I will not be providing class time for quiz retakes. Students must find time outside of class to retake a quiz.
Note: I will not be providing class time for quiz retakes. Students must find time outside of class to retake a quiz.
Class Materials:
- Chinese Made Easy Textbook 2 & 3
- Chinese Made Easy Workbook 2 & 3
- Binder or folder to hold worksheets & handouts
- Laptop to access online materials during class*
Grade Breakdown:
- Completion of Required Work: 10%
- Quizzes: 25%
- Chapter Journals: 20%
- Unit Tests: 30%
- Projects: 15%