Chinese I
Please review the technical requirements and course outcomes below before purchasing.
$225.00
Chinese I provides basic communication skills in Modern Standard Chinese. This course is designed for students with little or no prior experience in the Chinese language but who are interested in learning the basics of Chinese language and culture. Throughout the course, students are expected to develop language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
However, the emphasis in this course will be on building students’ communicative competence. Students will be able to communicate verbally in Chinese within given situations. This is a three credit-hour course; satisfactory completion of the course requires passing a midterm and a final exam.
Due to low enrollment, we will be archiving Chinese I for this school year beginning Sept. 15. All students enrolled before Sept. 15 will have a full year to complete the course, but no new enrollments will be accepted after Sept. 15, 2021.
Additional information
| University Options | Hannibal-LaGrange University, Iowa Wesleyan University, Jacksonville University, Mid-America Christian University, Oklahoma Christian University |
|---|---|
| Credit Hours | 3 |
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What can you expect to do after successfully completing this course?
- Identify the English translations of Chinese characters for beginning level Chinese and understand the origin of Chinese characters.
- Identify how to correctly exchange basic greetings culturally and linguistically.
- Apply Chinese vocabulary related to asking and stating personal hobbies.
- Identify the appropriate characters for popular Chinese sports and instruments.
- Identify and apply the structure of numbers to family members, number, and profession.
- Identify the Chinese measure words 个，只，and 名.
- Describe the cultural norms in China regarding lucky and unlucky numbers.
- Identify how to compare using 比 and 一样 .
- Explain the meanings and cultural traditions of the traditional Chinese festivals, including Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival.
- Describe your food and drink preference and how to order in a restaurant in Chinese.
- Interpret basic Chinese characters, and respond with appropriate replies.
How much work will it be?
Each TEL course includes 135-160 contact hours. The bulk of that will be reading the material, watching the instructional videos, and taking the Check Your Knowledge Participation Quizzes. Expect to spend at least 20 hours on the larger mastery assignments and the remainder studying for and taking your midterm and final exams. You have a full calendar year from registration to complete the course.
What support will you receive?
Even though the course is asyncronous so you can work through the course on your schedule, TEL's experienced instructors are active participants in your learning. They will hold regular office hours and make themselves available for any questions on the material. TEL also has Student Coaches who will check in on your progress, organize study groups, and help you set goals so you can be successful in your course.
What support will you receive?
Even though the course is asyncronous so you can work through the course on your schedule, TEL's experienced instructors are active participants in your learning. They will hold regular office hours and make themselves available for any questions on the material. TEL also has Student Coaches who will check in on your progress, organize study groups, and help you set goals so you can be successful in your course.
Age and Identification Requirements
Students must be at least 13 years old to take a course through TEL. To be eligible for transferable college credit for this course, TEL must be able to verify your identity through a government-issued or school-issued photo ID. You will need an ID to complete the proctored mid-term and final examinations, as well as to apply for a transcript. You can begin your studies in this course while obtaining the appropriate identification but you must have the government-issued or school-issued photo ID prior to scheduling the mid-term exam.
Learn more about our exam proctoring in the FAQs.
Technological Requirements
PC
Hardware
- Intel Core 2 Duo (or AMD 64×2 Dual-Core) processor
- 1 GB RAM
- 80 GB hard drive
- 1024×768 resolution monitor
- Soundcard with microphone and speakers
- Built-in or external webcam
- Broadband internet connection with speeds of at least 2 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload. Hot spots are not recommended. Test internet speed at: http://www.speedtest.net
- Browser with pop-up blocker disabled
Software
- Windows 7 or above
Mac
Hardware
- Intel Core 2 Duo (or AMD 64×2 Dual-Core) processor
- 1 GB RAM
- 80 GB hard drive
- 1024×768 resolution monitor
- Soundcard with microphone and speakers
- Built-in or external webcam
- Broadband internet connection with speeds of at least 2 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload. Hot spots are not recommended. Test internet speed at: http://www.speedtest.net
- Browser with pop-up blocker disabled
Software
- Mac OS 10.6 “Snow Leopard” or above
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