CHNS 112 - Elementary Conversational Mandarin II KCC AA/HSL

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): CHNS 111 or equivalent. CHNS 112 is a continuation of CHNS 111 and further develops two skills of listening and speaking in Standard Mandarin Chinese. Students will attain approximately the Intermediate-Low level on the ACTFL-ETS (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) proficiency scale. Upon successful completion of CHNS 112, the student should be able to: Listen to and understand sentence-length utterances which consist of recombination of learned elements in a limited number of content areas, particularly if strongly supported by the situational context. Comprehension areas cover such basic needs as eating, lodging, transportation, and responding to simple instructions and routine commands. Speak and handle successfully a limited number of uncomplicated task-oriented and social functions pertaining to such topic areas as those mentioned above. Ask and answer questions, initiate and respond to simple statements and maintain face-to-face conversation. Perform such tasks as introducing oneself, ordering a meal, asking directions, and making purchases. Demonstrate through the study of language a better understanding of various Chinese cultural aspects and perspectives. Use modern technology, such as World Wide Web and email, to research topicsabout China and interact with Chinese learners or native Chinese speakers.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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