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Mandarin Chinese 3: Chinese for Beginners

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Mandarin Chinese 3: Chinese for Beginners is an engaging and immersive course designed to build fundamental oral proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. Through a combination of lectures, short plays, interactive exercises, and cultural insights, students will develop the skills necessary to communicate effectively in real-life scenarios.

By the end of the 5-lesson course, learners will acquire a vocabulary of 500 words, grasp 60 language points, and gain the ability to handle 15 real-life situations. The course is tailored for individuals who have completed "Mandarin Chinese 2: Chinese for Beginners" or have attended Chinese courses for at least 30 hours.

  • Engaging lectures, short plays, and interactive exercises
  • Emphasis on real-life communication
  • 500-word vocabulary and 60 language points
  • Prerequisite: completion of "Mandarin Chinese 2" or 30 hours of Chinese courses

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Course Modules

Mandarin Chinese 3: Chinese for Beginners offers 5 modules focusing on practical language skills and cultural insights to enhance real-life communication in Mandarin Chinese.

Lesson 11 Wǒ xiǎnɡ jiè jǐ běn Hànyǔ shū 我想借几本汉语书 I want to borrow some Chinese books Part 1

This module introduces the topic of borrowing Chinese books and focuses on language learning, including new words and Chinese character writing. It also provides practice and quizzes to reinforce learning.

Lesson 11 Wǒ xiǎnɡ jiè jǐ běn Hànyǔ shū 我想借几本汉语书 I want to borrow some Chinese books Part 2

Continuing the theme of borrowing Chinese books, this module delves deeper into the topic, incorporating cultural tips and high-target language goals. It offers practice and quizzes to consolidate learning.

Lesson 12 Wǒ xiǎnɡ huàn Rénmínbì 我想换人民币 I would like to exchange for RMB Part 1

Centered on exchanging currency, this module covers new vocabulary, Chinese character writing, and practice activities. Learners will master expressing large numbers and written character recognition.

Lesson 12 Wǒ xiǎnɡ huàn Rénmínbì 我想换人民币 I would like to exchange for RMB Part 2

Expanding on currency exchange, this module also addresses getting a new card, providing cultural insights and high-target language goals. It includes practice and quizzes to reinforce understanding.

Lesson 13 Qǐnɡ bǎ zhuōzi shōushi yíxiàr 请把桌子收拾一下儿 Please clear the table Part 1

Focused on clearing the table, this module emphasizes new vocabulary, Chinese character writing, and practice exercises. It also guides learners in using specific sentence structures and written character recognition.

Lesson 13 Qǐnɡ bǎ zhuōzi shōushi yíxiàr 请把桌子收拾一下儿 Please clear the table Part 2

Continuing from the previous module, this module centers on preparing for a friend's birthday party and integrates cultural insights. It offers practice and quizzes to reinforce language skills and understanding.

Lesson 14 Wǒ xiǎnɡ qù lǚyóu 我想去旅游 I want to take a trip Part 1

Exploring the desire to travel, this module introduces new words, Chinese character writing, and practice activities. Learners will express their desired travel destinations and engage in written character recognition.

Lesson 14 Wǒ xiǎnɡ qù lǚyóu 我想去旅游 I want to take a trip Part 2

Continuing the travel theme, this module features cultural insights and high-target language goals, encouraging learners to discuss their travel plans. Practice and quizzes are included to consolidate learning.

Lesson 15 Wǒ xiǎnɡ dìnɡ yì zhānɡ jīpiào 我想订一张机票 I want to book a flight ticket Part 1

This module focuses on booking a flight ticket, covering new vocabulary, Chinese character writing, and practice exercises. Learners will be able to book a flight ticket and engage in written character recognition.

Lesson 15 Wǒ xiǎnɡ dìnɡ yì zhānɡ jīpiào 我想订一张机票 I want to book a flight ticket Part 2

Concluding the flight booking topic, this module addresses getting a boarding pass, offering cultural insights and practice activities. It also guides learners in sharing their travel experiences and booking a hotel room.

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