Chinese Elementary – Level 3A (In-person)
This course is a designed for learners who have completed the foundational level and aims to further enhance their Chinese proficiency.
This course focuses on expanding vocabulary, refining grammar, and improving practical communication skills. Cultural elements are also integrated into the course, offering insights into Chinese customs, social interactions, and traditions. By the end of this section, students will gain greater confidence and fluency in everyday communication while deepening their understanding of the Chinese language and culture.
Prerequisites or prior knowledge
- Elementary 2
Teaching & Learning Activities
The course incorporates various teaching and learning activities to help learners build a solid understanding of basic vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure.
Specifically, they are:
1. Vocabulary practice
- Flashcards
- Matching activities: Match characters with their meaning or Pinyin to reinforce recognition.
- Contextual practice: Use vocabulary in sentences or dialogues from the book.
2. Speaking activities
- Listening and imitation
- Dialogues: Practice dialogues provided in the books and focus on fluency and pronunciation.
- Pair work: Ask and answer questions in pairs.
- Role play: Simulate real-life scenarios using the vocabulary and grammar learned.
- Group discussion
3. Writing practice
- Character writing: Practice stroke order and structure of new characters
- Sentence and short paragraph construction: Create sentences and write short paragraphs using new vocabulary and grammar points.
- Brainstorming
- Peer review and feedback.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Develop practical communication activities for everyday scenarios and improve listening comprehension through dialogues and audio exercises.
- Enhance reading proficiency as well as recognizing about 300 characters to comprehend short paragraphs, dialogues, and stories related to different topics.
- Gain insights into Chinese customs, social norms and traditions through context-based learning.
Course Materials
Book
Title: Boya Chinese Elementary II: (Lesson 1 to Lesson 12)
ISBN: 978-7-301-21539-5
Author: Xiaoqi, Li
Price: Approximately $40.00
To purchase your books, please click on the following link:
/bookstore/
*** Should the required books not be available through the Dawson Bookstore, we recommend using
*** Purchase should only be made AFTER the first class.
For administrative questions and questions about the content of the Chinese course, please contact us at the following address: ctd@dawsoncollege.qc.ca.
Spring 2025
Evening Sessions
Apr 08 - Jun 10Tue
Tuesday, Apr 08 - Tuesday, Jun 10
Day | Time | Room Number |
---|---|---|
Tuesday | 18:30 - 21:30 | TBA |
Additional Information
Delivery Method: | On Campus |
Price: | $245.00 plus tax |
Total Hours: | 30 |
Course Number: | 5810E3AP |
Registration Start Date: | Monday, Dec 16, 2024 |
Registration End Date: | Thursday, Apr 03, 2025 |
Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
Teacher: | TBA |
Status: | Cancelled |
Summer 2025
Evening Sessions
Jul 08 - Sep 09Tue
Tuesday, Jul 08 - Tuesday, Sep 09
Day | Time | Room Number |
---|---|---|
Tuesday | 18:30 - 21:30 | TBA |
Additional Information
Delivery Method: | On Campus |
Price: | $245.00 plus tax |
Total Hours: | 30 |
Course Number: | 5810E3AP |
Registration Start Date: | Wednesday, Feb 26, 2025 |
Registration End Date: | Thursday, Jul 03, 2025 |
Maximum Class Size: | 20 |
Teacher: | TBA |
Status: | Registration in progress and will end on Thursday, Jul 03, 2025 |