COURSE SYLLABUS -- CHINESE 112 ONLINE
ELEMENTARY CHINESE II (CRN 41224)
Instructor: Jing Wu
Office: Bldg 15-111 Office Hr: MTW 5:30-6:30 pm
E-mail: csmchineseonline@smccd.edu Phone: (650) 574-6341
Textbook: Integrated Chinese, Level 1 Part 1
Workbook: Workbook for Integrated Chinese, Level 1 Part 1
Character Workbook for Integrated Chinese, Level 1 Part 1
Audio CD: Audio CD Set for integrated Chinese, Level 1 Part 1
Course Description:
A continuation of Chinese 111, with further development of the skills of listening,
speaking, reading, writing and basic grammar. (UC / CSU)
Course Content and Student Learning Outcomes:
Instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the topics of making
appointment, studying Chinese, school life, shopping, transportation.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
Speaking: Conduct oral communications, produce accurate pronunciation and
intonation.
Listening: Understand short dialogues, narratives on daily life situations introduced in
the textbook and supplementary material.
Reading: Comprehend different format of simple reading texts on personal and social
matters. Use basic reading strategies to identify categories, main ideas,
organizations, and specific details.
Writing: Write traditional characters, comprehend co-relational simplified characters.
Employ basic sentence structures and vocabulary, produce coherent paragraphs,
dialogues, and letters.
Minimum requirements are:
A current browser such as Internet Explorer, FireFox
(Make sure you have a recent version:
http://www.smccd.net/accounts/webready/browser.html
Windows 2000 or above.
At least 512 MB RAM
Modem speed: 56K or high speed Internet is recommended
Microphone and speaker or headset
*Computers are available in the library, FL Center, or other campus resource centers.
Software Maybe Needed for This Course:
Chinese language package for Windows
Integrated Chinese Level I Part I Audio CD
NJStar communicator or Google Pinyin (PC and MAC)
*You could use the above software at Foreign Language Center at Bldg. 18-112.
Assignments Submission:
Assignments will be both online and hand written. Students are expected to submit
assignments on time to receive full credit. Late submission will receive partial credit.
Final Examination:
The final examination will be comprehensive oral and written exams covering the
lessons taught in the textbook. Students need to be on campus to take the final oral
and written exams.
Disability Policy:
If you have a documented disability and need accommodations for this class,
please see me as soon as possible or contact the Disability Resource Center
(DRC) for assistance. The DRC is located in Bldg. 16 Room 150. (650)
574-6438; TTY (650) 574-6230
Plagiarism/Cheating Policy:
Dishonesty such as cheating, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false
information to the College and its officials is prohibited and may lead to
appropriate disciplinary action.
Grading Policy:
The final grade will be based on the following:
a. Completion of homework and assignments on time 60%
b. Final exam 40%
Required On Campus Class Meetings:
The two required meetings on campus are
Orientation: Jan. 22, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Bldg.16-201
Final Exam: May 14, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Bldg.16-201
Contact Instructor:
Sending an email is the best way. Students could also contact the instructor by phone
or in person at the office hours.
* For more information about online courses at College of San Mateo, go to
http://www.kcsm.org/dl_tips.htm
Important Dates:
Orientation: Jan. 28, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Bldg.16-202
Last day to drop without appearing on record: February 16
Last day to declare Pass/No Pass grade option: February 23
Last day to withdraw with assurance of a “W” grade: April 29
Final Exam: May 27, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Bldg.16-202
*It is student’s responsibility to drop or withdraw from the class.