Chinese 5: module 1
For advanced learners ( Citylit advanced level) of Mandarin Chinese to improve their speaking, listening and command of the Chinese language at a higher level (equivalent to HSK-4). Suitable if you have studied Chinese part-time for at least 5-6 years/ full-time for more than two years and have been self-learning and using Chinese occasionally in life/work or if you have passed HSK level-3 or equivalent (1500 vocabulary items or more).Students should be able to read Chinese characters.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
- Course Code: LC510
- Dates: 02/10/24 - 04/12/24
- Time: 18:00 - 19:30
- Taught: Wed, Evening
- Duration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)
- Location: Online
- Tutor: Fei Wang
Course Code: LC510
Duration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)
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What is the course about?
This course is designed to improve students' command of speaking and listening, so half of the teaching time will be based on speaking, listening and prepared presentations.
The teaching materials will be adjusted by the teacher to cater for students’ abilities and needs.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
Topics: You will cover a variety of topics which reflect the interests of the group (this will be discussed and negotiated in the first session).
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Develop your vocabulary
- Enhance your fluency and accuracy in speaking
- Improve your listening and reading Chinese characters
- Consolidate advanced grammatical structures.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Students should have completed Chinese 4 or 5, or studied Chinese for approximately 6-7 years recently or have developed an equivalent competence in the language.
You will also need to be able to respond to simple instructions and read course documents in English and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities. It is also essential that you have knowledge of more complex grammar terminology.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work,
group work, role plays, student presentations and listening activities. All the activities will be guided by the teacher and students will be corrected by the teacher during these activities.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
This course is based on the tutor’s own material. Your tutor might recommend a reference book for your own self-study.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Chinese 5: module 2.
I have been teaching Mandarin Chinese as a foreign language in the UK for over a decade. I found myself being attracted to languages and cultures while working as a journalist for the national broadcaster in Beijing China and later for the BBC in the UK. My teaching methodology is significantly influenced by Princeton University Mandarin Teaching Methods which makes classroom teaching a lot of fun whilst applying repetitive exercises. I take advantage of my journalistic background and produce a lot of audio-visual materials to assist my teaching and this has been widely welcomed by my students. As a consequence, my students’ pronunciation and intonation is always exceptionally good. My deep understanding between the languages also drives me to explore not only the subtleties between English and Chinese but also the cultural differences between the East and the West. I naturally impart a lot of Chinese culture into my language teaching and make the language learning process more interesting. Teaching language and culture is my passion and I would love to embark upon this interesting, exciting, and also challenging journey with you, and assist you with my expertise.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
