Chinese IV

CHINESE IV:   This course is based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. The skill sets that apply to the exchange of written and oral information are expanded through emphasis on practicing speaking and listening strategies that facilitate communication, such as the use of circumlocution, guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of Chinese-speaking culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas through the design of activities and materials that integrate the target language and culture with concepts and skills from other content areas. The use and influence of the Chinese language and culture in the community beyond the classroom is explored through the identification and evaluation of resources intended for native Chinese speakers.

Length: Year

Offered: Fall/Spring

Number of Periods per Semester: One

Grade Level: 10-11-12

Course Prerequisites: Chinese III

Application: None

Tryout : None

Counselor Approval Required: None

Dual Credit: No

Weighted: Yes, Half Point

Diploma Path: Fulfills a World Language Requirement for all Diplomas

Quantitative Reasoning: No

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