Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners
Learn speaking in daily Mandarin language with the Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners online course.
Beginner
Online
2 Weeks
1,699 INR Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners certification course is a 2 weeks approximate course that is a beginner level course offered by the intuition Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and Coursera. The course is delivered in an 100% online mode to all the participants. This course is a 2 weeks-long programme focused on making the students learn Mandarin.
The Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners training course used short plays, lectures, and interactive exercises along with cultural tips for helping the learners to orally speak Chinese whenever required in real-life scenarios. The end of the 2 weeks marks the learning of the fundamental capacity of the oral Mandarin language. Also, the candidates will be getting an end certificate to justify their learnings.
The Highlights
- 2 weeks of course duration
- 100% online programme
- A small programme
- Specialization course
Programme Offerings
- Shareable Certificate
- Flexible Deadlines
- Beginner level.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Coursera |
Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners Fee Structure
| Description | Amount in INR |
| Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners - Audit course | Free |
| Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners - 1 month | Rs. 1,699 |
| Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners - 3 months | Rs. 3,499 |
| Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners - 6 months | Rs. 5,199 |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details
Upon completion of the course, the candidates shall be offered a Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners certification by Coursera.
What you will learn
Here is what the Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners certification syllabus will teach the candidates:
- 150 words
- Learning to handle real-life situations
- 20 language points
Who it is for
If the students want to learn Mandarin and start their base on becoming a linguist or a foreign language interpreter then this course is an ideal option.
Admission Details
To get admission to the Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners classes, the students can follow these steps:
Step 1: Follow the official URL: https://www.coursera.org/learn/mandarin-chinese-1
Step 2: Then further the next step is to get enrolled by clicking on the ‘Enrol Now’ button.
Step 3: As soon as the enrolment process is successfully established, the candidates are admitted to the course directly.
The Syllabus
Videos
- Welcome Video
- Hello!
- Introduction to phonetics 1
Readings
- Notice: Upgrading on Chinese Character learning
- New words
- Written text of conversation (Optional, Don't read it before watching the video)
- Complete introduction to Phonetics (optional, read only when you are anxious to know everything about pinyin)
Assignments
- Practice
- quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Introduce yourself
Videos
- Where are you from?
- Cultural tips
Readings
- New words
- Written text of conversation (optional)
- Chinese Characters (high target/optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Tell us more about yourself
Videos
- What's the time?
- Introduction to phonetics 2
Readings
- New words
- Numbers
- Written text of conversation (optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Talk about the time when you have your classes
Videos
- What is the date today?
- Cultural tips
Readings
- New words
- Written text of conversation (optional)
- Chinese Characters (high target/optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Talk about your travel schedule
Videos
- What do you want to buy?
- Introduction to phonetics 3
Readings
- New words
- Written text of conversation (optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- What should you ask when trying to buy bread (or anything else)?
Videos
- It's a little expensive.
- Cultural tips
Readings
- New words
- Colors
- Written text of conversation (optional)
- Chinese Characters (high target/optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Make requests when doing shopping
Videos
- How many people are there in your family?
- Introduction to phonetics 4
Readings
- New words
- Written text of conversation (optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Talk about your family
Videos
- Where does your father work?
- Cultural tips
Readings
- New words
- Written text of conversation (optional)
- Chinese Characters (high target/optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Talk about your job and working place
Videos
- This is the menu, please take your order.
- Introduction to phonetics 5
Readings
- New words
- Written text of conversation (optional)
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- List the expressions that you may use in a restaurant
Videos
- What would you like to eat?
- Cultural tips
- Learn Chinese at SJTU
Readings
- New words
- Written text of conversation (optional)
- Chinese Characters (high target/optional)
- Visit the website of SJTU Chinese program
Assignments
- Practice
- Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Comment on food (or anything) then ask other's opinion
Peer Review
- Talk about yourself and your family.
Instructors
SJTU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The enrolment process is simple as only registration is necessary.
Yes, the quizzes and assignments are included in the premium version.
Yes, the students in the audit mode are not eligible for a shareable certificate.
Definitely, a community gets built over time with the students in this course.
This certification course is accessible on all devices.