The general education code, if any, appears to the right of the course number, see Academic Policies section for code clarification. Emphasizes oral proficiency in pronunciation and basic conversation as well as traditional grammar concepts.
First priority is receptive language learning, then verbally-expressive language learning.
Reading and writing are studied in CHIN 1020. Continues the same mode of learning as CHIN 1010 with renewed emphasis on conversational skills. Introduces characters and elementary calligraphyreading and writing. Develops skills in sentence and paragraph writing according to Chinese language norms and format. Includes reading of basic 1000 characters and writing of basic 450-600 characters.