![]() Medicine Hat College - Conversational Mandarin ChineseLA 0005 Conversational Mandarin According to a study by Indiana University, Mandarin Chinese is one of the fastest growing languages for students in secondary schools and universities nationwide. Ideal for students and travelers with little or no previous knowledge of Mandarin Chinese, this course introduces the language as used in everyday life in mainland China and Taiwan. Emphasis will be placed on having students speaking the language from day one through pronunciation drills, grammar exercises and conversational activities. A fun and supportive environment will be maintained. Some reading and writing will be introduced as a practical supplement and take home assignments will be provided. Enrollment is limited to 20 students. Instructor Ethan Hong has a BA in International Relations from UCLA and has lived in Taiwan for three years. During that time, he studied Chinese poetry on a Republic of China scholarship and worked as a translator for the Four Seasons Hotel in Taipei. Session Location: S106 7:00 - 9:00 pm - 8 weeks Cost: $119.00 + gst (403) 529-3811 299 College Drive SE Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A-3Y6 Canada Fax Fax: (403) 504-3517 Phone Phone: (403) 529-3811 Tuition charges Tuition fees: Please check website for details, and see above. Other Categories: MANDARIN universities/ colleges |