This course aims to help learners with no prior Mandarin background to acquire basic Mandarin language skills, for regular verbal communication and basic written communication. Learners should gain with regards to vocabulary, grammatical knowledge and speaking confidence. Learners will be exposed to a variety of instructional activities including listening exercises, dialogue practice, group discussion, role play and problem-solving.
The course aims to ensure that students maintain and further their Mandarin skills. Students should experience gains in vocabulary, grammatical knowledge, and oral skills and confidence. Conversational practice will help learners to communicate effectively and appropriately in varied and practical daily situations.
At the end of this course learners will be able to;
At the end of this course learners will be able to;
Learners will have the potential to study abroad in a Mandarin-speaking country.
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