Introduction to Chinese: Pronunciation and Tone

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Introduction to Chinese: Pronunciation and Tone
  1. What is the course about?
  2. Prerequisites & Facts
  3. Cost, Certificate & Degree
  4. Reviews & Experiences

What is the course about?

Introduction to Chinese: Pronunciation and Tone
The course Introduction to Chinese: Pronunciation and Tone 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 master the correct pronunciation and tone of the Mandarin language and improve your Chinese speaking skills.

Course description
  • Become comfortable pronouncing the syllables in the Mandarin Chinese language
  • 3 weeks
  • Understanding the correct pronunciation and tone of Mandarin Chinese is essential for beginners learning the language. On this course, you will be introduced to the key elements of Chinese phonetics, including the four main tones.
  • You will learn the main rules of spelling and how to correct errors in Mandarin Chinese pronunciation. You will also cover everyday language like greetings, basic questions, and numbers. This course enhances your learning with video and audio content and methods like shadowing and comparison.
  • Explore the Chinese phonology and understand the components and structure of Chinese phonology
  • Demonstrate accurate and impressive pronunciation of all syllables in Mandarin Chinese
  • Apply some words and sentences in daily communication
  • Record the pronunciation of Mandarin Chinese with Pinyin and continue your further study with the help of Pinyin
  • This course is for anyone wanting to improve their Chinese speaking skills and learn the correct pronunciation of the language.
  • 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: Pronunciation and Tone

Course Topic

Goal Setting, Happiness, Personal Development

University, College, Institution

Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)

Course Skill Level

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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: Pronunciation and Tone

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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School: Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)
Topic: Language

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