Introduction to Chinese: Conversation

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Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)

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Introduction to Chinese: Conversation

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What is the course about?

Introduction to Chinese: Conversation

The course Introduction to Chinese: Conversation is an online class provided by Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Learn how to hold a basic conversation in Chinese Mandarin and master around 150 Chinese words with this online language course.

Course description

Learn how to use Chinese words in the right context
6 weeks

Are you new to the Chinese language? Gain an introduction to Chinese conversation with this fun and interactive course. On this course, you will learn useful words and expressions that will help you navigate your way through China.
You will cover greetings and introductions as well as basic tasks like asking for directions and ordering meals. You will also build your knowledge of traditional and popular Chinese culture. By the end of this course, you will have learnt approximately 150 new words that will help you with more advanced Chinese language courses in the future.

Greetings and Self-introduction
Family Members and Different Jobs
Ordering Things and Making Payments
Dates and Time
Weather and Health
Directions and Plans

Explore approximately 150 vocabulary words
Demonstrate proper usage of vocabulary within context of use
Apply some sentences in daily communication and achieve language proficiency of New HSK 1
Understand some similarities and differences between Chinese culture and one’s own culture

This course is for beginners wanting to learn Chinese and become more familiar with Chinese culture.

Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)
Shanghai International Studies University (SISU), established in 1949, is one of the earliest institutions where China’s higher education in foreign languages took shape.

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Prerequisites & Facts

Introduction to Chinese: Conversation

Course Topic

Language

University, College, Institution

Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Degree & Cost

Introduction to Chinese: Conversation

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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