Chinese (CHNS)

Students are introduced to spoken and written modern Chinese (Mandarin). Conversational drill and comprehension exercises in the classroom and laboratory provide practice in pronunciation and in the use of the basic patterns of speech. Chinese ideographs are introduced and studied in combinations. Reading progresses from prepared materials to selections from contemporary writings.

In this continuation of CHNS 1101, students deepen their ability to use spoken and written modern Chinese (Mandarin).

A continuation of CHNS 1101 and 1102, this course is intended to develop proficiency in both oral and written Chinese with emphasis on comprehension. Textbooks, newspapers, magazines, and modern short stories will be used, especially in the second semester, to help students acquire the ability to read and write.

This course offers an opportunity to build and refine students’ ability to comprehend and to communicate effectively in Chinese.

This course is a continuation of CHNS 3300.