2. identify and summarize the main points and significant details and make appropriate inferences and predictions from written text such as a newspaper or magazine articles or contemporary literary excerpt. 7.1.AL.A.1 7.1.AL.A.2 7.1.AL.A.4 7.1.AL.B.1 8.1.12.E.2 read authentic texts and answer comprehension questions using online resources. read authentic newspapers from Chinese-speaking countries and create comprehension questions for classmates. read written passages and correctly insert lines of text at the most logical and appropriate point. Teacher observation Questions and Answer Teacher observation Question and Answer Teacher observation Answer key Cable, internet, video streaming, CD/VCR Audio CD’s, supplemental text books
PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES NJSLS NJSLS for Tech. Literacy SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES EVALUATION/ ASSESSMENT TEACHER NOTES The student will be able to: Students will: 3. identify and summarize main points and important details and make appropriate inferences and predictions from a written text such as a newspaper or magazine article or contemporary literary excerpt. 7.1.IH.A.1-8 7.1.AL.A.1-4 7.1.IH.B.1, 4, 6 7.1.AL.B.1, 4, 5, 6 7.1.IH.C.1, 3, 5 8.1.12.D.2 8.1.12.F.1 read authentic texts and answer comprehension questions. read authentic newspapers from Chinese-speaking countries and create comprehension questions for classmates. read written passages and correctly insert lines of text at the most logical and appropriate point. Teacher observation Answer Key Teacher observation Teacher observation Supplemental textbooks Chinese language newspapers, online publications Chinese language newspapers, magazines, internet articles, supplemental text books
Essential Question(s): a) What are the benefits of communicating in the target language? Enduring Understanding(s): a) Communicating is more than using a new language. PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES NJSLS NJSLS for Tech. Literacy SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES EVALUATION/ ASSESSMENT TEACHER NOTES The student will be able to: Students will: 6. communicate via interpersonal and presentational written correspondence.. 77.1.IH.A.1, 2,4,5 7.1.IH.B.4, 5 7.1.IH.C.1-6 8.1.12.D.2 8.1.12.F.1 write a personal letter communicating a specific message using online resources. write an transmit an e-mail message addressing given needs. write a thank you note of actions taken by a friend, classmate or family member maintain pen pal correspondence with students in a Chinese- speaking country. Rubric Rubric Rubric Teacher observation Supplemental Text books, list of writing transitional phrases Language Structure: Punctuation, consistency of formal vs. informal address 7. describe, narrate, and present information or persuasive arguments on general topics with grammatical control and good pronunciation in and oral presentation of two or three minutes. 7.1.IH.A.1-8 7.1.IH.B.1-6 7.1.IH.C.1-6 8.1.12.A.4 8.1.12.D.2 8.1.12.F.1 respond to teacher prompts within a given time frame. present oral opinions/reactions to newspaper articles, television news or current events using PowerPoint, Podcast, or IMovie. present unrehearsed persuasive speeches, such as political campaign speeches, to a given audience. Teacher observation Teacher created rubric Teacher observation Rubric Printed or online newspapers and magazines, Chinese language television news
Essential Question(s): a) How can we use the target language to examine current issues? Enduring Understanding(s): a) The language we use changes with the situation. PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES NJSLS NJSLS for Tech. Literacy SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES EVALUATION/ ASSESSMENT TEACHER NOTES The student will be able to: Students will: 8. analyze sources provided to present a synthesis and express an opinion. 7.1.IH.A.2 7.1.IH.A.5 7.1.IH.A.6 7.1.AL.A.1 7.1.AL.A.5 7.1.AL.A.7 8.1.12.F.1 read two authentic printed sources on a given topic, listen to an authentic radio broadcast on the same topic and write a formal essay, integrating the sources to support content. read a newspaper or magazine article and create a supported response to a prompt. listen to a radio broadcast and create a supported response to a prompt. discuss points of view implicit in news coverage from various countries. Rubric Teacher observation Peer evaluation Teacher observation Peer evaluation Rubric Supplemental text books, list of writing transitional phrases Printed and online articles Audio disks, voice streaming Supplemental text books
PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES NJSLS NJSLS for Tech. Literacy SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES EVALUATION/ ASSESSMENT TEACHER NOTES The student will be able to: Students will: 9. recognize cultural elements implicit in oral and written text. 7.1.IH.A.1-8 7.1.AL.A.1,2,3,5,7,8 7.1.IH.B.1, 4, 6 7.1.AL.B.1, 4, 5, 6 7.1.IH.C.1, 3, 5 7.1.AL.C.3 8.1.12.F.1 8.1.12.D.2 discuss and debate historical and cultural causes of political issues in Chinese-speaking countries and the United States, using Internet research. research on line the history of cockfighting and the growing controversy from an animal rights point of view. compare from a cultural point of view news watched on CNN and news programs broadcast from Chinese-speaking countries, using on line resources. Teacher observation Rubric Teacher observation Supplemental textbooks online publications Chinese language newspapers, magazines, internet articles, supplemental text books 10. hypothesize about a variety of abstract topics in both written and oral discourse. 7.1.IH.A.1-8 7.1.AL.A.1-4 7.1.IH.B.1, 4, 6 7.1.AL.B.1, 4, 5, 6 7.1.IH.C.1, 3, 5 8.1.12.F.1 8.1.12.D.2 write an essay about the advantages and disadvantages of a given proposition, taking a stand on one side of the issue. debate extemporaneously the pros and cons, as well as the possible consequences, of a hypothetical situation past, present or future. Teacher observation Rubric Teacher observation
Essential Question(s): a) How did Chinese culture contribute to Western Society? Enduring Understanding(s): a) Some words are more important than others. PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES NJSLS NJSLS for Tech. Literacy SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES EVALUATION/ ASSESSMENT TEACHER NOTES The student will be able to: Students will: 11. read and analyze a classic Chinese language play discuss its significance in historical and cultural context. 7.1.IH.A.1 7.1.IH.A.5 7.1.IH.C.3 7.1.IH.C.4 7.1.IH.C.5 8.1.12.F.1 8.1.12.D.2 compare the role of women in early 20th century China to that of contemporary China and various countries in the world, using on line resources. read and act out the original script and comment on characters, plot development and social commentary. write an essay comparing the stage production to the original manuscript. Rubric Rubric Teacher observation Supplemental textbooks 12. demonstrate control of verb tenses and moods in subordinate clauses to reflect time sequence. 7.1.IH.C.3 7.1.IH.C.4 7.1.IH.C.5 7.1.AL.B.1 7.1.AL.B.3 7.1.AL.B.6 8.1.12.F.1 8.1.12.D.2 8.1.8.A.5 write a formal letter describing the history of a problem and seeking its resolution. write an informal letter asking a friend or family member to do a favor, giving detailed instructions. give detailed written direction referring to landmarks, and using adverbial conjunctions. Rubric Rubric Teacher observation
PROFICIENCIES/OBJECTIVES NJSLS NJSLS for Tech. Literacy SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES EVALUATION/ ASSESSMENT TEACHER NOTES The student will be able to: Students will: 13. discuss and analyze samples of Chinese cinema from a literary point of view in relation to cultural and historical context. 7.1.IH.A.1, 5, 7 7.1.IH.B.6 7.1.IH.C.2, 3 8.1.12.D2 view video clips and discuss character and plot development. discuss how films viewed in class reflect contemporary Chinese society. write an essay comparing two films by the same Chinese director. Teacher observation Teacher observation Rubric Cable, internet, video streaming, CD/VCR 14. read and analyze a classic Chinese language literary work and discuss its significance in historical and cultural context. 7.1.IH.A.1, 5, 7 7.1.IH.B.6 7.1.IH.C.2, 3 8.1.12.D2 read and discuss content in terms of Sixteenth Century historical and social context. research literacy criticism using online resources and write a reaction paper or deliver an oral discourse on the work. Teacher observation Observe students’ effort Rubric for oral and written work Supplemental textbooks and resources