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Chinese is not only one of the oldest living languages, but it is also a major world language spoken across the globe by over one billion people. As the New Zealand population diversifies, Chinese is becoming a major language in this country while remaining highly important for trade and tourism. For some ākonga, the history and very look of its written characters are fascinating, while for others it is a chance to stay in touch with their own family background. This subject focuses on both spoken and written modern standard Chinese (Mandarin), which is used throughout China, Singapore and Taiwan. It also explores the culture of Chinese-speaking countries.
This course develops ākonga ability to communicate in Chinese in a variety of situations. Throughout the course, opportunities are provided to listen to and speak Chinese, as well as to read and write using simplified characters to an advanced level. Ākonga learn not only how to express a point of view, but also how to support an argument or provide suggestions. Chinese culture is also considered, in particular the matter of cultural differences, and the skills and advice required to plan a trip to China are covered.
New Zealand Scholarship exams are designed to extend very high-achieving Level 3 ākonga. Those who wish to enter the New Zealand Scholarship exam in this subject must discuss this option with their Te Kura subject kaiako.
NCEA Level 2 Chinese or equivalent.
| Standard | Description | Version | Credits | Assessment | L1 Lit/Num | UE Lit/Num | Vocational Pathways |
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| 91533 | Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended spoken Chinese texts | 2 | 5 | External | SeService Industries recommended standard |
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| 91534 | Give a clear spoken presentation in Chinese that communicates a critical response to stimulus material | 1 | 3 | Internal | |||
| 91535 | Interact clearly using spoken Chinese to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in different situations | 1 | 6 | Internal | SeService Industries recommended standard SoSocial and Community Services recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |
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| 91536 | Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended written and/or visual Chinese texts | 1 | 5 | External | |||
| 91537 | Write a variety of text types in clear Chinese to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives | 1 | 5 | Internal | SeService Industries recommended standard |