Havergal's Uncalendar, 2016-2017 Academic Year

LKMDU – International Languages, Level 3 Mandarin, University Preparation

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“If you want to see 1,000 miles wider, you need to climb one storey higher.” This is from one of the most famous Chinese poems and it appropriately describes the third year of Chinese study: aiming higher achieves more. In the third year of Chinese study, you will explore more traditional Chinese idioms to enhance your language ability and thinking skills throughout the year. You will learn to describe appearance and health, food and nutrition, shopping and decision-making, community and living environment, life and home. You will continue to explore Chinese culture by participating in cultural events and activities involving both in and out of school studies and excursions. LKMCU is required. Prerequisite: LKMCU – International Languages, Level 2 Mandarin, Academic LKEDUe – International Languages, Level 4 Chinese (Native Speakers), University Preparation / AP Mandarin Language & Culture Exam Preparation, eLearning 1 CREDIT This course prepares students for university study in Mandarin. Students will enhance their ability to use the language with clarity and precision, and will develop the language skills needed to engage in sustained conversations and discussions, understand and evaluate information, read materials for both study and pleasure and write clearly and effectively. Students will also have opportunities to add to their knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken through the use of community resources and computer technology. Prerequisite or co-requisite: LKMDU – International Languages, Level 3 Mandarin, University Preparation *A language placement test is required for admission. The optional AP segments will prepare highly motivated students to write the AP Chinese (Mandarin) Language and Culture exam in May.

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