Students continue to develop the ability to communicate about themselves and their immediate environment using simple sentences containing basic language structures. This communication is evidenced in all four language skills-listening, speaking, reading and writing-with emphasis on the ability to communicate orally. Students continue to expand their study on the themes of personal and family life, school life, social life, and community life, which were introduced in level I. Students continue to refine their writing skills in simplified Chinese. Students learn to recognize characters correctly, not only for reading, but also with the goal of developing their writing and ability to communicate in text on computers and on other electronic devices. In addition to the characters learned in level I, students are introduced to new simplified Chinese characters that relate to the themes and grammatical elements targeted at this level.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of Chinese I with a grade of C or better, or equivalent proficiency as determined by the teacher
Based on student enrollment, this course may only be offered at the Arlington Career Center. Should the course only be offered at the Arlington Career Center, transportation will be provided.