Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners
Master essential Mandarin Chinese basics including greetings, numbers, time, shopping, and family conversations for daily use.
Master essential Mandarin Chinese basics including greetings, numbers, time, shopping, and family conversations for daily use.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Learn Mandarin Chinese Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Master greetings and self-introduction in Chinese
Learn numbers and time expressions
Develop basic shopping conversation skills
Discuss family members and occupations
Order food and express preferences
Acquire 150 essential Chinese words
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1.17 Hours PreRecorded video
20 quizzes
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There are 10 modules in this course
This foundational Mandarin Chinese course teaches beginners essential communication skills for real-life situations. The curriculum covers basic vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural aspects through interactive lectures and exercises. Students will learn 150 words and 20 language points, enabling them to handle 5 common scenarios including greetings, time expressions, shopping, family discussions, and ordering food. The course emphasizes practical conversation skills while offering optional Chinese character study.
Lesson 1 Nǐ hǎo 你好 Hello! Part 1
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Lesson 1 Nǐ hǎo 你好 Hello! Part 2
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Lesson 2 Xiànzài jǐ diǎn ？ 现在几点？ What's the time? Part 1
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Lesson 2 Xiànzài jǐ diǎn ？ 现在几点？ What's the time? Part 2
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Lesson 3：Nǐ mǎi shénme? 你买什么？ What do you want to buy? Part 1
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Lesson 3：Nǐ mǎi shénme? 你买什么？ What do you want to buy? Part 2
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
Lesson 4 Nǐ jiā yǒu jǐ kǒu rén ？ 你家有几口人? Part 1
Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete
Lesson 4 Nǐ jiā yǒu jǐ kǒu rén ？ 你家有几口人? Part 2
Module 8 · 1 Hours to complete
Lesson 5 Nǐ xiǎnɡ chī shénme? 你想吃什么? Part 1
Module 9 · 1 Hours to complete
Lesson 5 Nǐ xiǎnɡ chī shénme? 你想吃什么? Part 2
Module 10 · 3 Hours to complete
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Doctoral Studies in Applied Linguistics and Language Education
The doctoral program in Literature with a focus on Applied Linguistics at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2005-2008) offers comprehensive training in language education and research. The program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications in language teaching, particularly emphasizing Chinese language instruction and business communication. Core responsibilities include teaching Chinese to foreign language students, covering intensive reading, speaking, and listening skills, along with undergraduate courses in Contemporary Chinese and Chinese Literature and Culture. Research activities focus on comparative analysis of Chinese and US business teaching materials, specifically examining word list differences and developing specialized corpus for Chinese Business textbooks. The program is housed within the university's School of Humanities, which boasts a strong faculty including 3 professors, 16 associate professors, and multiple research fellows. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical linguistics and practical teaching methodologies, with particular attention to second language acquisition theory and corpus linguistics applications in business language education. Students must complete comprehensive coursework, pass a mid-term evaluation in the third semester, and submit a dissertation proposal demonstrating original research contribution to the field.
Leading Scholar in Chinese Language Education and Second Language Acquisition
Wang Jun has established himself as a prominent figure in Chinese linguistics and language education through his role as Vice Director of the Institute of Chinese Language and Associate Professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University's School of Humanities. His academic journey includes both a Bachelor of Arts and doctorate from East China Normal University, providing him with a strong foundation in linguistics and language education. His expertise extends beyond China through his teaching experience at the Confucius Academy in Kuala Lumpur, a collaborative initiative between Global Education Group (Malaysia) and SJTU. As an active member of the China Association for Comparative Studies of English and Chinese (CACSEC), he has contributed significantly to the field of comparative linguistics and second language acquisition. His research portfolio includes more than 10 academic papers published in China's leading journals, and he has successfully directed a National Social Sciences Fund Project. His work primarily focuses on second language acquisition and teaching Chinese as a second language, making him a key figure in advancing Chinese language education methodology and research. His contributions to the field have helped shape modern approaches to Chinese language teaching and learning, particularly for international students.
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