Description:

This course is a continuation of study of the Chinese language and culture, emphasizing the sounds, vocabulary, grammar, usage and readings of the Chinese language. Focus will be on developing more advanced conversational skills by increasing vocabulary and variety of sentence patterns. Cultural understanding will also be stressed. 3 hrs./wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Accurately use advanced aspects of Chinese grammar in speaking and writing.
2. Incorporate the Chinese vocabulary presented in speaking and writing.
3. Give accurate English or Chinese translations of the readings.
4. Analyze the sentence patterns presented.
5. Carry on dialogues in Chinese.
6. Demonstrate understanding of Chinese culture.

Content Outline & Competencies:

At the end of Intermediate Chinese I, students will have met the
course objectives and should have mastered the following skills:

I. Reading complex Chinese text with an intermediate level of
comprehension, including:
   A. Texts with more difficult sentences.
   B. Texts written in both narrative and conversational style.
   C. Complex sentences of quotation, proverb and sayings.

II. Utilizing increasingly complex spoken Chinese, by:
   A. Translating simple sentences of covered material but not yet
comprehending the sentences spoken at normal speed.
   B. Presenting two short prepared speeches based on daily life.
   C. Producing mostly short sentences of learned material.
   D. Describing a story according to the picture given.
   E. Quoting, reporting and stating one’s judgement; making explanatory
statements.

III. Writing increasingly complex Chinese composition, including: 
   A. Short (about 10-15 sentences) paragraphs using very familiar topics
such as daily routine, family and personal experience.
   B. Statements of opinions and judgements.
 
IV. Demonstrating mastery of Chinese grammar at the low/mid-Intermediate
level by identifying and using the following constructs accurately in
speaking and writing:
   A. The time-measure complement.
   B. The aspect particle “Guo,” indicating experience as well as the
action-measure complement.
   C. Subjectless sentences.      
   D. Sentences which imply the continuous aspect of an action.
   E. “Bi” and “gen...yi yang” to express comparison.
   F. “Dao,”  “zai” and “zhu” used as the resultative complement.
   G. Proper Predicate form in complex and compound sentences.
   H. Compound verbs and compound adjectives.
   I. Intransitive verbs.

V. Demonstrating increased understanding and appreciation of Chinese
culture, including:
   A. Human relationships in Chinese society through more variety of
speech levels introduced in the text.
   B. Basic historical information about Chinese character and customs.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Tests (major exams, daily quizzes and the final exam) 50% of grade
Class Participation and Oral Reports                  20% of grade
Written Assignments                                   30% of grade
                                                     100%
Grade Criteria:
90 - 100% = A
80 - 89%  = B
70 - 79%  = C
60 - 69%  = D
 0 - 59%  = F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.