Year 8 Chinese
8CHIN Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms S. Enright.
Recommended Prior LearningNone
In Year 8 Chinese, learners will learn both Chinese language skills and have exposure to cultural elements such as traditional Chinese painting and paper cutting etc.
• Topic 1 Introduction to China, Chinese language and culture.
• Topic 2 Introduction to Pinyin (Chinese spelling system)
• Topic 3 Introduction to the Chinese writing system (Chinese writing system)
• Topic 4 Basic greetings
• Topic 5 Name and nationalities
• Topic 6 Number, age and birthday
Topics Covered:
- Speaking - Making a video clip.
- Listening, reading & writing – Complete one assessment that tests listening, reading, and writing skills.
**This is a new course that is subject to numbers and confirmation.
Learning Areas:
Pathway
Teaching, translation, working for international companies.
Career Pathways Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)$20 Course Fee for Chinese workbook, exercises book and Chinese cultural activities (Chinese traditional painting, Chinese paper-cutting, etc.)
Device to use for Google Classroom
This is a new course that is subject to numbers and confirmation.