Chinese II: 2008-2009
Course Syllabus
Tabb High School   
					          
Teacher’s Name:  Hongwei Qian		E-Mail Address: hqian@ycsd.york.va.us			
Course: Chinese II	

Course Description:  This year in Chinese II, you will continue to develop proficiency in all four language skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing – with emphasis on the ability to communicate orally and in writing at a higher level with minimal use of English in the classroom. You will be able to understand and master basic language materials related to common daily settings. You can produce simple sentence structures, provide simple descriptions, and exchange some basic information. You will begin to develop confidence and interest in learning the Chinese language. You will have some preliminary knowledge of learning strategies, communicative strategies, resource strategies and interdisciplinary strategies. You will gain introductory Chinese culture knowledge, and acquire preliminary cross-cultural awareness.

Instructional Materials
Title of Textbook:  Learn Chinese With Me( Book I, II) 
Textbook Replacement Cost:  $ 
	Workbook Replacement Cost:  $
	Any other course specific needs:  [See “Expectations,” Item #4.]

Course Outline  

First Quarter: Lessons 31-36 (Book I), Lessons 1-5 (Book II)
Vocabulary: talking about health, directions, school life 
Grammar: verb patterns： S+v+O+v, 　想/能+v，是

Second Quarter:	Lessons 6- 15
Vocabulary: talking about hobbies feelings, home life, occupation 
Grammar:　Past tense:……了，and other use of 了；在/要/应该＋v  	 
      		
Semester Project: Holding a Chinese Food Day

Third Quarter:	Lessons 16- 25
Vocabulary:  talking about diet and health, clothing
Grammar: Present perfect tense: 已经……了；最好＋v; degree of adjective 　

Fourth Quarter:	Lessons 26-30
Vocabulary: talking about environment, vacation 
Grammar: 把…+ v; order: 先……, 然后……

Semester Project:	Planning a trip abroad; purchasing clothing overseas

Description of Standards
For a detailed listing of the Standards of Learning, please refer to the Department of Education website @ www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE

Grading Guidelines
Grades will be determined using a point system and the following YCSD grading scale:
A:  92-100	B:  84-91	C:  75-83	D:  67-74	F:  0-66.  
 
Expectations
Students must adhere to the YCSD Student Code of Conduct. 
Class rules:  
1. Attendance: We will follow the Tabb High attendance policy. Please arrive to class on time. Be seated before the tardy bell rings. Have materials ready with text covered. Remain at desk and wait for the teacher to dismiss class after the bell ring.

2. Preparation: In addition to the time spent in the classroom, you are expected to study and work outside of Chinese class. Routine preparation for class includes listening to the audio files, writing characters, studying the vocabulary, patterns and texts, reading the textbooks and notes. 

    3. Assignments: 
•	Written: Character and vocabulary exercises along with integrated skill exercises. 
•	Oral:   1) Reading aloud. 
           2) Conversation practices.

4.	Bring all materials to the class every day.  These are: your textbook, workbook, a notebook, a binder/folder for all handouts and assignments, pen and pencil, red pen or pencil, eraser, index cards, loose-leaf paper and any homework due on that day. No late assignments will be accepted in this class due to an unexcused absence or tardy.

5. Participation in class is required and strongly emphasized for success. 

6. No make-up quizzes, tests, exams or late work will be allowed in this class without   proper permission. You are responsible for the classes missed and are expected to catch up with the regular class when returning after an absence. If extra help from the teacher is needed, please make an appointment with the teacher in advance. Missing assignments will affect your grade.

7. Always be respectful to everyone and everything. You are responsible for your    behavior in class.

   Helpful Websites and Other Resources
 www.yuwenbao.us/samples.php  
 http://english.hanban.edu.cn 

Other Important Information :  
Emphasis on communicative functions include: 
•	Listening
You can understand basic materials closely related to personal and daily activities and seek relevant information. 
You can understand classroom instructions and respond accordingly.

•	Speaking
You will learn to reproduce sentences in appropriate ton and give simple answers to questions. 
You can communicate with others on topics closely related to personal and daily activities. 
You can express personal need and wants.

•	Reading
You can recognize basic characters, words, sentences and short textual materials, understand program requirements and relevant information from short textual materials.

•	Writing
You can write from memory basic characters, with correct strokes and stroke order. 
You can form new sentences, including write down basic information closely related to family and  personal life, express thanks, apologies, and congratulations.

                                                                              谢谢（Xièxie） !