Westlake Boys High School Westlake Boys High School

Level 3 Chinese for Native Speakers

13NCH
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Miss D. Huang.

Entry Criteria

This course is open entry for native speakers of Chinese. Knowledge of Chinese culture and the Chinese language is a requirement for entry into this course.



Level 3 Chinese for Native Speakers


Year 13 Chinese for Native Speakers is intended to assist Chinese native speaking students who can benefit from extended learning of Chinese language and culture. Also included is a study skills component aimed at high achievement in NCEA. Students will be given subject support and independent study time. The course covers the following topics: 

  • Welcome to Westlake & New Zealand 
  • NCEA & University entrance
  • Living in New Zealand
  • Health, well-being & food choices
  • Current events
  • Culture Week & Languages Week projects 
  • Travel & tourism 
  • Film and book review
  • Study skills
  • Career planning & pathways



Course Overview

Term 1
3.5 Writing portfolio internal #1
3.3 Interaction portfolio internal #1

Term 2
3.5 Writing portfolio internal #2
3.3 Interaction portfolio internal #2
3.2 Speech internal

Term 3
3.5 Writing portfolio internal #3
3.3 Interaction portfolio internal #3

Term 4
Preparation for 3.1 Listening and 3.4 Reading external exams

Learning Areas:

Languages



Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs

This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop. $22 for course fee which includes cultural activities.


Disclaimer

Course selection does not guarantee a course will be available or that you have approval to take a course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results and in rare cases, staff availability.