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= Sherwood middle school, 2009-2010 = =** COURSE OBJECTIVES ** = By the completion of this course, the successful student will be able to · Use the Chinese phonetic system (pinyin) to pronounce Chinese characters. · Engage in simple social interactions, such as making introductions and using simple courtesies. · Carry out simple conversations relating to their immediate experience, such as family, school life, friends and pets. · Write simplified Chinese Characters taught in class. · Write simple sentences, passage or one to two short paragraphs describing oneself, family, friend, school life, interests and pets in simplified Chinese Characters taught in class. · Read simple paragraphs containing the characters and phrases taught in class. · Acquire basic knowledge of Chinese culture such as family concepts and beliefs such as family concept and Chinese calligraphy as well as awareness and appreciation of surrounding cultural environment. · Use Chinese input on computer.

=** Expectation **= · Arrive to classroom on time with required materials unless you are otherwise directed. · Attend to personal needs before coming to class. · Do not eat candies or other food unless you have been given special permission. · Actively participate in all class activities. Talk only permitted. · Complete all assignments and turn them in on time. Students are responsible for recording assignments and due dates in their planners when the class meets. Late homework will not be accepted. Since homework is always announced and directions reviewed, the expectation is that every assignment be attempted. Ask for clarification of an assignment prior to leaving the classroom if you do not understand its direction. If a student doesn’t have his/ her homework, he/she will receive notice that needs to be signed. If a student is absent from school, he/she will be given the appropriate amount of time to make up the work in accordance with the student handbook. · Retrieve and handouts and assignments you missed while you were absent and turn them in for credit. · Use polite speech and body language. Respect your teacher and classmates and all others belongings. · Follow the teacher’s direction immediately. · // Demonstrates understanding of target language through listening. // Interprets meaning from spoken expression. · // Demonstrates effort via class participation and homework. // Completes homework in a timely manner. · // Demonstrates writing competency in target language. // Writes vocabulary/expressions/simple grammar structures with accuracy. · // Demonstrates verbal skills in the target language. // Chooses appropriate vocabulary and sentence structure to communicate.  ** Required Daily Supplies ** : · Your SMS planner to record assignments and due dates · A 3-ring binder with all class handouts, notes, assignments, tests, quizzes, etc. · Paper for class notes and in-class work · Sharpened pencils with erasers · Blue or black pens · A highlighter pen · A pen of another color (red, green, purple, etc.) for in-class corrections
 * Grading: ** Standards-based grading applies to foreign language classes. Student achievement of foreign language standards is measures through class participation, class work, homework, projects and assignment.

** STUDENT PLEDGE ** : Please acknowledge that you read, undersood and will abide by the expectations and fules set forth in this statement by signing this copy, having your parent/guardian sign, and returning it to Yeh Laoshi by Tuesday September 15 2009. Students Signature Parent/guardian Signature Date
 * · ** I will arrive on time for class. If I come to class late, I will have a signed pass in hand.
 * · ** I will come to class prepared with all required materials and any assignment that is due.
 * · ** I will take my seat upon entering the classroom.
 * · ** I will sharpen my pencil(s) before class begins.
 * · ** I will organize and track all class handouts I am given.
 * · ** I will record all assignments in my planner and turn them in when they are due.
 * · ** I will ask for clarification of an assignment before leaving the classroom if I do not understand the directions.
 * · ** I will ask my teacher for any assignments I may have missed due to an absence from school and will turn these assignments in for credit.
 * · ** I will respect my teacher, my classmates, the classroom, and everyone’s belongings.
 * · ** I will participate actively and positively in all class activities.
 * · ** I will raise my hand when I have a question or comment to share with the class.
 * · ** I will abide by the school’s policy regarding academic honesty.
 * · ** I will not bring drinks, candy or gum to Chinese class.
 * · ** I will speak in Chinese as much and as often as possible.