IB Mandarin Chinese Standard Level I & Level II

This two year course will enable students to expand their Mandarin Chinese language skills through the study of interdisciplinary themes prescribed by IB. Students will write texts and make oral presentations on topics of interest for a variety of purposes. Students will describe, narrate, make comparisons and explain their personal opinions about topics related to the course content both orally and in writing. Students will develop international-mindedness as they explore Chinese-speaking cultures. This course is designed to prepare students to successfully complete the IB Standard Level Exam.