Elementary Chinese 101 [for details of more advanced courses, please check website]

課程內容和目標Course Description and Objectives Chinese 101 is the first half of a yearlong beginning level course in Modern Standard Chinese (Mandarin). This course is designed for students who have none or little prior experience in the language. In some cases, students who have had some courses, study abroad experience, or heritage background may enter the class with the teacher’s permission. We will introduce reading and writing, and practice the traditional characters from the very beginning of the course; however, more emphasis will be given to the training of standard pronunciation, listening and reading comprehension as well as grammar and vocabulary usage. Computer-assisted technology and online course materials are an integral part of the instruction in this class. Students will acquire basic Chinese computing skills and be proficient with the use of Microsoft Chinese IME or other equivalent programs in order to produce typed characters in both traditional and simplified forms. For a detailed description of the four skills to be attained, please refer to the ACTFL Novice High Level Page. 課程要求Course Requirement Regular and punctual attendances as well as active participation in all classes are expected of all students. Chinese is especially challenging for beginners whose native language is English and other European languages. Students in the class need to be ready to make a commitment of spending at least 8 hours per week studying outside of class, including previewing, preparing, and reviewing assignments, and in appointments with the tutor, if needed. Group projects and other assigned teamwork will require additional time for collaboration. You will be eased into the course as the fall semester proceeds and will experience a heightened pace in Chinese 102 in the spring. Strong motivation and daily preparation will ensure a successful learning experience in this class. 上課方式和學生參與Class Format and Student Participation The instructor will conduct most tasks in English, however, Chinese will be used increasingly and whenever possible. Students' efforts in expressing themselves in Chinese will be evaluated as part their class performance grade. Students should be ready to actively participate in oral drills, partner dialogues and other activates in every class and lab session. Eight hours will be allocated for each lesson. See Class Format  for topics and activities covered in each class. Please do not eat or chew gums during class as it will be difficult for you to speak up with clarity and promptness. Your participation is graded daily. We will utilize the electronic turn-around classroom for computer-based individual and group work during class regularly. You may bring your own laptop to class; however, you should only use the computer for class-related work. Do not use the computer to check email, type other papers or to browse unrelated web sites. 電腦教室Computer Labs and Related Needs The majority of the assignment from this course will involve the use of a computer that has an Internet connection. Some of you may need to go to the computer labs on campus to complete your work. The Wyatt electronic classrooms (Wy 209, Wy 203, and Wy 201) are not intended for after class lab use. All PCs on campus are set up to do your work in Chinese; however, PCs in the Media Center (Library basement) and McIntyre 324 (open 24 hours) work best for listening and typing. You may need to bring your own headphones and microphones (available at the University Bookstore). Please keep one pair of each handy in your backpack. For those who prefer to use your own computers, please visit the Computer Info Page to set up the Chinese IME and download Pinyin and character fonts. 中國文化Cultural Notes A broad spectrum of life in modern Chinese societies will be introduced as we proceed with each lesson in the book. Cultural notes and multimedia materials regarding Chinese traditions and customs will also be incorporated. Check out Chinese Cultural Notes for links to various web resources. Chinese feature films in Mandarin with English subtitles will be shown throughout the semester as part of the weekly Chinese Language House Conversation Hour Program! 老師辦公室時間Office Hours These hours are posted on the course website and on the office (Wyatt 246) bulletin board.  The Asian Languages and Cultures Program, starting in 2008-09, is housed in the Asian Studies Program. The main office for both Chinese and Japanese is located in Wyatt 137 (shared with the Religion Department). You can reach the mailboxes of Prof. Perry and Prof. Chen in Wyatt 137, or via campus mail CMB 1028. 上課出席缺席規定Attendance Policies (MTW F 4 days of class per week) For language learning, every class is important. The pace of the class is fast and steady. You should not miss any class. Ø You are expected to be in class on time everyday. Being more than ten minutes late (without a valid excuse) counts as half an absence; 20 minutes an absence. Ø You are allowed two unexcused absences per semester. Each unexcused absence beyond this (three or more) will adversely affect your final grade. Always ask for permission in advance for classes you will have to miss and make appropriate arrangements for missed work. In case of illness, only those who provide documentation will be excused. Ø Three unexcused absences will prevent you from receiving an A, six will prevent you from receiving a B, and ten will prevent you from receiving a passing grade C- for this class. Ø If you know that you will miss a class, email or voice mail your instructor of the day as soon as possible, preferably before class to facilitate any make-up arrangement. You or a friend can stop by the office to pick up handouts that you missed. Ø It is your responsibility to obtain class notes and prepare any work assigned or due during the period of your absence. In the event that you are not able to reach the instructor to check for missed work, you should know how to contact a classmate to obtain the information you need. 功課Homework Policy Complete the assignments according to the designated schedules and turn in for grading if asked. If you have to miss a class when an assignment is due, ask someone to bring it in to the class. You can also drop it by the instructor’s office (Wyatt 246) or place it in the mailbox in Wyatt 137. Please note that offices are open between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. You should always hand in homework on time. The instructor will accept late homework assignments but can only assign late grades as penalties. 小老師輔導時間Tutoring Chinese tutor(s) are available at the Center for Writing and Learning (Howarth 105).  Tutoring is free of charge for all enrolled students. You can make an individual appointment, or just come by during the drop-in hours. To make an individual appointment, call x2960, send an e-mail, or go into Howarth 109. The tutor will be able to assist you with homework assignments, to prepare you for tests, and to practice pronunciation and speaking. Group appointments may be scheduled for students enrolled in the same course. The tutors work closely with your class instructors. Your progress and effort working with the tutors will be monitored. 補考Make-up Policy Make-up tests must be arranged with the instructor in advance of the scheduled test time. All make-ups must be taken before graded tests are returned to the class except in the case of officially documented medical emergencies or University business. In case of illness or unplanned incidences, please contact your instructor for make-up work as soon as possible. Make-up tests are granted only at the discretion of the instructor. There will be no make-up or rescheduling given on final examination. 學生成績 Evaluation and GradingGrade points are roughly based on the following:Participation and Preparation 10% Homework Assignments      20% Oral & Writing Quizzes 25% Lesson Tests 25% Final Project/Skits 20% Grading scale is as followed: 94-100% = A 87-89% = B+ 77-79% =C+ 67-69% = D+ 90-93% = A- 83-86% = B 73-76% = C 63-66% = D 80-82% = B- 70-72% = C- 60-62% = D- Below 60%= F