Mandarin 1
Mandarin I Grades 9-12 1 Credit
This course meets the guidelines for Pathway CD.
This course is designed for students with no or minimal previous background in spoken or written Mandarin, and it will focus on the basics of the language – including sound systems, vocabulary, and foundational grammar skills. Students in this course will practice listening and speaking in real-life situations, learn to read and write Chinese characters, and examine how culture and language interact in China. This knowledge will prepare students to effectively communicate in Mandarin on a limited range of topics related to everyday situations.