Description:

This course is a continuation of study of the intermediate 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. lecture/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. Demonstrate mastery of 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 II, students will have met the
course objectives and should have mastered the following skills:

I. Reading complex Chinese text with an intermediate/advanced 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.  (Content still
revolves around self and daily life.  Listening primarily is limited to
face to face conversation.)
   B. Analyzing formal and informal speeches used on different occasions
and among different people. 
   C. Presenting two short prepared speeches.  (Able to speak slightly
longer sentences of learned material.  Topics are still based on daily
life.)
   D. Describing a story according to the picture given.
   E. Expressing wish, intention, giving and receiving favors.           


III. Writing increasingly complex Chinese composition, including: 
   A. Short (about 12-20 sentences) paragraphs using very familiar topics
such as daily routine, family and personal experience.
   B. Quotes, reports, opinions and judgements in written paragraphs.
 
IV. Demonstrating mastery of Chinese grammar at the mid/high-intermediate
level by identifying and using the following constructs accurately in
speaking and writing:
   A. The simple directional complement.
   B. Repetition of adjectives.  
   C. The construction “yao...shi...jiu...”
   D. The potential complement.                                  
   E. The complex directional complement.        
   F. The constructions “buhi...ma?” and “you...you.”
   G. “Ba” sentences. 
   H. The construction “chu le...yi wai.. .”
   I. Notional passive sentences.
   J. Interrogative pronouns of general denotation.

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 Presentations           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.