Our school's overseas Chinese language preparatory course is designed for Chinese language learners, starting from scratch and gradually developing the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary for accurate and fluent daily communication. For non-Chinese speakers in the Philippines, the program aims to spark interest in learning Chinese, cultivate a positive learning attitude, and start from the Chinese Language Proficiency Test (TOCFL) Prep Level 1 and 2 before entering the beginner and elementary levels. In addition to solidifying Chinese language proficiency, the curriculum also incorporates workplace communication in Chinese and Taiwanese culture, with the ultimate goal of obtaining TOCFL Band A2 certification for future studies in Taiwan. The planned course duration is from September 2024 to mid-May of the following year, divided into three stages: beginner, elementary, and intermediate, totaling 900 hours of instruction. While primarily conducted in physical classrooms, the program may include blended learning formats such as "SS Self-Study Throughout," "OAP Online Asynchronous Learning with Physical Teaching Assistant Instruction," and "OSP Online Synchronous Learning with Physical Teaching Assistant Instruction" to enhance the learning outcomes for non-Chinese-speaking students.
Specific Planning and Teaching Effectiveness Tracking for Chinese Language Courses
- Coordinate with the Philippine semester system to schedule weekly Chinese language learning hours. Adjustments to the course plan will be made based on actual teaching conditions.
- Students with prior knowledge of Chinese can take a Chinese language proficiency pre-test, and courses will be flexibly arranged based on their Chinese proficiency levels and the number of students.
- After implementing physical and online teaching, conduct periodic assessments to understand learning effectiveness and make rolling adjustments to teaching strategies and progress.
- Periodic learning assessments include midterm and final evaluations.
Course Content Planning and Teaching Hours
- Semester A
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Chinese Beginner Course (Chinese Mandarin Novice-Basic Level)
4 hrs/week, total 80 hrs (Duration: 20 weeks in total)
This course, based on the "Let’s Learning Chinese Book 1-2," consists of 20 lessons (4 hours per lesson), starting from scratch to the beginner level. Through this course, learners will develop an interest in Chinese, acquire basic Chinese language and cultural knowledge, and follow the approach of listening and speaking before reading and writing.
Course Progress: Warm-up review, vocabulary, grammar, dialogue from lesson texts (repetition, recitation), dialogue listening, integrated practice (dialogue). Class tests and homework discussions.
In-class Activities: Warm-up review, vocabulary, grammar, dialogue from lesson texts (repetition, recitation), dialogue listening, integrated practice (dialogue). Class tests and homework discussions.
Physical: Bingo, Number Slapjack, flip cards, card matching, word card elimination, dialogue substitution practice, Chinese character puzzle...
| Course Name | Teaching Hours/Duration This is a reference value and must be based on actual teaching conditions | Course Objectives and Description |
|---|---|---|
| Semester A | ||
| Chinese Beginner Course(Chinese Mandarin Novice-Basic Level) | 4hrs/week, total 80 hrs Duration: 20 weeks in total. |
This course, based on the "Let’s Learning Chinese Book 1-2," consists of 20 lessons (4 hours per lesson), starting from scratch to the beginner level. Through this course, learners will develop an interest in Chinese, acquire basic Chinese language and cultural knowledge, and follow the approach of listening and speaking before reading and writing. Course Progress:Warm-up review, vocabulary, grammar, dialogue from lesson texts (repetition, recitation), dialogue listening, integrated practice (dialogue). Class tests and homework discussions In-class activities: Online: Bingo, flip cards, card matching, word card elimination, rhythm chain, dialogue substitution practice... Physical: Bingo, Number Slapjack, flip cards, card matching, word card elimination, dialogue substitution practice, Chinese character puzzle... |
| Chinese Elementary Listening and Reading | 6hrs/week, total 90 hrs Duration: 15 weeks in total. |
This course spans 15 weeks, using the textbook "A Course in Contemporary Chinese 1" with 15 lessons (6 hours per lesson). It aims to cultivate learners' interest in Chinese and develop their listening and reading abilities, focusing on topics related to daily life, learning, and culture in Taiwan. Course Progress:Warm-up Review, Vocabulary, Grammar, Dialogue Recitation (Repetition, Reading Aloud), Text Comprehension, Dialogue Listening Practice, Rhythm Games, Spoken Dialogue Practice, Pronunciation Practice. Classroom Activities (Physical/Online): Pinyin Pronunciation Recognition, Listening Comprehension Listening questions and answers, true or false or multiple choice questions, Role-playing, etc. |
| Workplace Chinese -Basic | 4hrs/week, total 70 hrs Duration: 18 weeks in total. | Using the textbook " Workplace Chinese Essentials" supplemented by "600 Phrases for Workplace Chinese," this course aims to equip learners with practical vocabulary and sentence patterns for various workplace scenarios. By mastering essential workplace terminology and expressions, participants will establish a solid language foundation and enhance their communication effectiveness in professional settings. |
| Chinese Culture and Lifestyle I | 2hrs/week, total 35 hrs Duration: 18 weeks in total. | This course is designed for learners of Chinese as a foreign language, incorporating various cultural and lifestyle themes, festivals, etiquette, and cultural experiential activities to facilitate an understanding of Taiwanese culture. It aims to encourage Filipino students to integrate into Taiwanese society as soon as possible and develop an affection for the land. The content includes customs and traditions, festivals, etiquette norms, religious culture, culinary culture, lifestyle, and education system, among others. (Instructional language: English and Chinese) Textbook: "Chinese Festivals and Culture." |
| Semester B | ||
| Chinese Mandarin Basic-Intermediate Level | 4hrs/week, total 80 hrs Duration: 20 weeks in total. |
This course, based on the "Let’s Learning Chinese Book 3-4," consists of 20 lessons (4 hours per lesson), progressing from the elementary to intermediate level. It aims to sustain learners' interest in Chinese and continue building their foundation in Chinese language and culture. Course Progress: Warm-up review, vocabulary, grammar, dialogues from the lesson (spoken with the teacher, read aloud), conversational listening, reading comprehension, in-class quizzes, and assignment discussions. Classroom Activities: Online: Bingo, flipping picture cards, matching picture cards, word elimination game, rhythm solitaire, dialogue substitution exercises. Physical: Bingo, Number Slapjack, flipping picture cards, matching picture cards, word elimination game, rhythm solitaire, dialogue substitution exercises, Chinese character puzzles. Online courses can be recorded, allowing students who are absent or unable to participate in real-time to watch course videos for learning. |
| Chinese Intermediate Listening and Reading | 5hrs/week, total 90 hrs Duration: 15 weeks in total. |
Using "A course in Contemporary Chinese 2" with 15 lessons (5 hours per lesson), consolidates learners' Chinese listening and reading skills and knowledge acquired in the beginner courses, focusing on topics relevant to life, learning, and culture in Taiwan. Course progression: Warm-up review, vocabulary acquisition, grammar, dialogue recitation (repetition, reading aloud), comprehension of text, listening comprehension exercises, conversational speaking practice, pronunciation practice. Classroom activities (physical/online): Pinyin pronunciation recognition and reading, Listening questions and answers, true or false or multiple choice questions, Role-playing. *It is recommended that students complete the "Chinese Mandarin Novice-Basic Level" course beforehand. |
| Chinese Grammar-Basic | 4hrs/week, total 60 hrs Duration: 15 weeks in total. |
Using "The Ultimate Illustrated Chinese Grammar Guide: Basic Level" and TOCFL practice tests, trains learners in Chinese listening and reading skills while reinforcing Chinese grammar. The course aims to prepare students for the TOCFL A2 listening and reading tests. *It is recommended that students complete the "Chinese Mandarin Novice-Basic Level" course beforehand. |
| Chinese Culture and Lifestyle II | 2hrs/week, total 35 hrs Duration: 18 weeks in total. |
This course is designed for learners of Chinese as a foreign language, aiming to introduce them to Taiwanese culture through various cultural and lifestyle themes, festivals, etiquette, and cultural experiential activities. The goal is for Filipino students to quickly integrate into Taiwanese society and instill in students an affection for the land of Taiwan. The content includes primarily Chinese societal culture, customs, religion, history, and more. (Language of instruction: Chinese and English) Textbook used: "Chinese Society and Culture." |
| Full Academic Year | ||
| SS Self-Study Throughout | 10hrs/week, total 360 hrs | Utilizing the MyCT online self-learning system, students complete assignments (dialogue recordings, grammar exercises, writing practice, learning tasks, worksheets) independently. |
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