Mandarin 1
AP Spanish Language and Culture
This course is the beginner level in Mandarin Chinese, an introductory course for students to learn the basic skills of Mandarin; listening, speaking, reading, and writing Chinese pronunciation (pinyin) and characters. The textbook Integrated Chinese Level 1, Part 1 covers topics like Greetings, Family, Dates and Time, Hobbies, Visiting Friends, Making Appointments, Studying Chinese traditions, School Life, Shopping, and Transportation. Students will learn how to handle everyday situations, and explain their life, family, interests, pastimes, and more in Mandarin Chinese. Through a structured and immersive approach, students will develop foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum emphasizes practical communication while fostering an appreciation for Chinese customs, traditions, and history.
This advanced course is equivalent to an intermediate level college course in Spanish. Students cultivate their understanding of Spanish language and culture by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes of communication in real-life situations as they explore concepts related to family and communities, personal and public identities, beauty and aesthetics, science and technology, contemporary life, and global challenges.
Mandarin 2
Prerequisite Mandarin I. After learning basic vocabulary and getting to know the Chinese culture and language, this course allows students to experience more advanced and rigorous learning of the Mandarin language.
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