Stevenson School Offers Chinese Course Level 2 in 2007-2008 Stevenson High School will offer Mandarin Chinese 2 (Accelerated) in 2007-2008. Stevenson High School started the Mandarin Chinese 1 class (College Prep) in August 2006. About 90 students registered in 5 classes in 2006-2007 school year. The students will complete their study in June 2007. During the Fall semester, Stevenson High School evaluated student/parent/community needs and Chinese classes, and has decided to offer Mandarin Chinese 2 in 2007-2008. This new class will further develop students' skills at listening, speaking, reading, and writing. If you live in District 125 (Stevenson High School), please encourage your children to register this high level class. More detail can be found below or at link: http://www6.district125.k12.il.us/coursebook/2007-2008/WorldLang.pdf Mandarin Chinese Course Description from Course Book 2007-2008: Mandarin Chinese 1 (College Prep) CHI101-Semester 1, CHI102-Semester 2 Open to: 9-10-11-12 Full Year Prerequisite: None Mandarin Chinese 1 is an introduction to the Mandarin Chinese language and culture. The four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are developed. Students will participate actively and cooperatively in classroom activities, engage in guided conversations, and write utilizing familiar vocabulary and structures. Cultural information about daily life and social customs is integrated into the curriculum throughout the year, and students will also begin to learn about the geography of China. Students will be evaluated primarily on their knowledge of the Mandarin Chinese language and culture and on their ability to understand and communicate in Mandarin Chinese. Mandarin Chinese 2 (Accelerated) CHI211-Semester 1, CHI212-Semester 2 Open to: 9-10-11-12 Full Year Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese 1, or passing the placement test for Chinese 2 Accelerated and approval of director. Mandarin Chinese 2 Accelerated continues the development of the four major language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The students and the teacher continue to speak in the target language, developing conversational skills by participating in discussions and role-playing activities. Writing skills progress to level in which student writing will include descriptions, story telling, and the integration of extended vocabulary and sentence structure. Students will be evaluated on their knowledge of the Mandarin Chinese language and culture. Mandarin Chinese Accelerated students are expected to demonstrate; 1) expressive interaction in the language; 2) well organized, creative and accurate writing; 3) factual and interpretive reading comprehension; and 4) cultural knowledge of Chinese-speaking countries.