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 Wellesley College - East Asian Languages and Literatures Courses: Chinese Track Basic language course information CHIN 101-102 Beginning Chinese An introductory course that teaches the skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin Chinese. Emphasis is on both linguistic aspects (pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar) and sociocultural strategies in communication. Computer programs for pronunciation, listening comprehension, grammar, and writing Chinese characters will be used extensively. Four 70-minute classes plus one 30-minute small group session. Each semester earns 1.25 units of credit; however, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course. Course Website | More Information CHIN 103-104 Advanced Beginning Chinese An introductory course that teaches the skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin Chinese. Emphasis is on both linguistic aspects (pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar) and sociocultural strategies in communication. Computer programs for pronunciation, listening comprehension, grammar, and writing Chinese characters will be used extensively. Three 70-minute classes. Each semester earns 1.0 unit of credit; however, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course. Course Website | More Information CHIN 201-202 Intermediate Chinese Further training in listening comprehension and oral expression. Continued work on the Chinese writing system, emphasizing the acquisition of an acceptable expository style. Four 70-minute classes plus one 30-minute small group session. Each semester earns 1.25 unit of credit; however, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course. Course Website | More Information CHIN 203-204 Advanced Intermediate Chinese Further training in listening comprehension and oral expression. Continued work on the Chinese writing system, emphasizing the acquisition of an acceptable expository writing skill. Three 70-minute classes. Each semester earns 1.0 unit of credit; however, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course. Course Website | More Information CHIN 301 Advanced Chinese I This course is designed to further expand students' comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Reading materials will be selected from newspapers, short stories, essays, and films. Three 70-minute classes conducted in Chinese. Course Website | More Information CHIN 302 Advanced Chinese II Advanced language skills are further developed through reading and writing. Reading materials will be selected from a variety of authentic Chinese texts. Audio and video tapes will be used as study aids. Three 70-minute classes conducted in Chinese. Course Website | More Information CHIN 303 Advanced Chinese Conversation This course is designed for students who wish to refine their proficiency in Chinese, enhancing it with specialized functional terminology and modes of expression for specific contexts and situations. The emphasis is placed on listening comprehension, speaking skills, and cultural understanding. Not offered every year. Subject to Dean's Office approval. Course Website | More Information CHIN 308 Advanced Chinese Language and Cultural Studies in Beijing This course enrolls students who want to go abroad in January to have a total immersion learning experience on the campus of Tsinghua University in Beijing. Written material, documentary films and site-visits chosen for study in this three-week program will all be centered on the history and cultue unique to the city of Beijing. Students are required to attend and prepare for daily classes and quizzes, and to join the study tour scheduled on the weekends. In addition, participation in extracurricular events organized by students from the host institutes is requested to fulfill part of the course work. Porgam activities will be conducted exclusively in Chinese. Course Website | More Information CHIN 310 Introduction to Classical Chinese Basic grammar and vocabulary of Classical Chinese, explored through readings selected from canonical sources in literature, philosophy, history and law. Special attention will be paid to grammatical differences between classical and modern Chinese. Students with an interest in Art History, History and/or Literature are highly encouraged to take this course to improve their reading skills. Three 70-minute classes. Course Website | More Information 781-283-1000 106 Central Street Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481 United States Fax Phone Phone: 781-283-1000 Tuition charges Tuition fees: Please check website for details. Other Categories:  MANDARIN universities/ colleges |
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