CGC
Coaching & Guidance Center
Learn Chinese in 3 months
32/120 Hours
Course objectives
This 12 weeks Chinese language course is aimed at students who would like to learn conversational Chinese starting with Chinese basics. The course introduces everyday language and includes activities to practice all four language skills: reading comprehension, writing, listening comprehension and speaking. This course uses reference materials, cultural notes, grammar explanations, functions of language, etc. Students will be able to monitor their progress by taking a number of performance tests and a final achievement test.
After completing this course, you will be prepared to introduce yourself, ask basic questions, and conduct a brief conversation in Chinese.
Course Content
C&G’s Chinese Language Training & Certificationwill essentially begin with foundational topics that help learners build a strong base. Here are some key areas to include:
1. Introduction to Mandarin Phonetics:
Teach the Chinese phonetic system (pinyin) to help learners correctly pronounce Chinese words.
Cover tones and simple finals to ensure accurate pronunciation.
2. Basic Vocabulary and Phrases:
Start with common greetings, introductions, and polite expressions.
Introduce essential vocabulary related to numbers, colors, family members, and everyday objects.
3. Grammar Basics:
Nouns, pronouns, and basic verb conjugations (present tense).
Simple sentence structures (subject-verb-object).
4. Useful Expressions and Survival Phrases:
Teach learners how to ask for directions, order food, or make simple requests.
Provide basic conversational phrases for everyday situations.
5. Cultural Insights:
Briefly introduce Chinese culture, customs, and traditions.
Discuss cultural norms related to greetings, personal space, and social interactions.
6. Listening and Speaking Practice:
Provide audio resources for listening comprehension.
Encourage speaking practice through dialogues, roleplaying, and interactive exercises.
7. Reading and Writing Skills:
Start with simple texts (short sentences, signs) to improve reading skills.
Focus on speaking skills rather than learning Chinese characters (making it accessible and enjoyable).
8. Interactive Activities:
Use vocabulary games, quizzes, and flashcards to reinforce learning.
Create pair/group activities to practice speaking and listening.
9. C&G Blackboard Resources:
Covers Mandarin phonetics, essential expressions, and practical topics.
Provides detailed explanations on pronunciation, conversation, vocabulary, and grammar.
Empowers learners with structured video tutorials and downloadable resources.
We create an engaging and supportive learning environment to motivate beginners as they embark on their Chinese language journey!
Mr. Zhang, C