Year 9 Chinese
9CHI Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss D. Huang.
Entry CriteriaAll students in Year 9 take a language. 9CHI is designed for non-native speakers of Chinese only.
Students are able to study more than one language. Native and background speakers of Chinese are not permitted to select this course.
Year 9 Chinese
Learning a new language provides a means of communicating with people from another culture and exploring one’s own personal world. Year 9 Chinese aims to develop students’ understanding and ability to use familiar expressions and everyday vocabulary in order to interact in a simple way in supported situations.
| Language: | Culture: |
| Greetings | Food & drink |
| Numbers & counting | Calligraphy |
| Time & date | Chinese sports |
| Family & pets | School life |
| Describing people | Facts about China |
| Classroom language | |
| Sports and hobbies | |
| Food |
Assessment
Chinese is assessed through a range of project based assessments as well as formal assessments throughout the year. These marks contribute to the Mid-Year Examinations and End of Year Examinations.
Mid-year and End of Year exams include:
- Speaking
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Cultural knowledge & participation
Learning Areas:
Pathway Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
As this course makes extensive use of digital learning material. It is expected that you will have a laptop or other suitable learning device available for each class when required. $22 course fee for cultural activities and Education Perfect.