Level 2 Chinese
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Fang.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES: This course covers the national curriculum at Level 7. Students are able to express and justify their ideas and opinions in genuine contexts, and demonstrate understanding of a variety of written and spoken Chinese in the areas of school life in both New Zealand and China, hobbies and leisure time, travel and transport, festivals and customs. Basic Chinese-English translation skills is one of the key components of this course.
With the strong ties being developed between New Zealand and Chinese-speaking countries, career opportunities are increasing in trade, tourism, education (teaching), diplomacy, and technology amongst many others.
There are various fun activities. Learning traditional Chinese painting, participating in Cultural Day, learning more of Chinese eating etiquettes and customs. We also have lunch party held by International Languages Department for the Gold winners of Education Perfect World Championships.
Upcoming China trip is in 2025. We look forward to seeing you in year 12 Chinese class!
Who would be interested in this course?
Students who have earned success in NCEA Level 1 Chinese. Otherwise permission required from the TiC.
Pathway
13CHI
With the strong ties being developed between New Zealand and Chinese-speaking countries, career opportunities are increasing in trade, tourism, education (teaching), diplomacy, and technology amongst many others.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
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NZQA Info
Chinese 2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Chinese texts on familiar matters
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Chinese 2.2 - Give a spoken presentation in Chinese that communicates information, ideas and opinions
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Chinese 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of written and/or visual Chinese text(s) on familiar matters
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Chinese 2.5 - Write a variety of text types in Chinese to convey information, ideas, and opinions in genuine contexts