Whangaparaoa College Whangaparaoa College

Year 9 Chinese

9CHIN
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning

None


**This is a new course that is subject to numbers and confirmation. 


In Year 9 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.

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:

Languages


Pathway

Year 10 Chinese

Teaching, translation, working for international companies.

Career Pathways

Acupuncturist, Naturopath



			
					
					Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)
										

$30 Course Fee for Chinese workbook, exercises book and Chinese cultural activities (Chinese painting, food-making, etc.)
Device to use for Google Classroom


Disclaimer

Although we aim to enable every learner to have the course that they prefer,  limited places or learning requirements may restrict learners' choices.