Chinese 2 upper: module 1

Suitable if you have a fairly good command of Chinese and a knowledge of about 400 characters. The course uses authentic reading and listening materials. You should have studied Chinese for about two years recently. Based on tutor's own materials.

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Key course information

Dates
21/09/11 - 07/12/11

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
12 weeks

Time
18:00 - 19:45

Fees
Full fee: £131
Senior fee: £131
Concession: £43

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LQC21

Availability
This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course aims to:
- build on the skills/languages acquired in levels 1 and 2
- extend your range of spoken vocabulary and written characters
- increase your communicative competence and familiarise you with variations of voice/accent (male and female).

What topics will we cover?

Elementary Chinese Readers 2 (Revised Edition) by Sinolingue, Beijing, chapters 28 – 29.
Pronunciation practice, more Chinese grammar and character writing, plus daily conversational topics.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Talk about the weather
- Talk about Chinese Festivals
- Ask for and give directions
- Identify places of interest in China
- Talk about the Great Wall
- Learn about 60 – 80 characters.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Students will need to have attended Stages 1 and 2: lower or have an equivalent intermediate level of Chinese. A working knowledge of 250 characters would be an advantage. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Elementary Chinese Readers 2 (Revised Edition) by Sinolingua, Beijing, (ISBN 0835125017)
Please try: Grant and Cutler - www.grantandcutler.com (020 7734 2012).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Chinese 2:upper Module 2.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
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