Learning Outcomes

Expressing Opinions and Comparisons

Comparisons and Construction of Rhetorical Questions

Descriptions, Emphasis and Affirmations

Talking About Changes and Summarising

Lesson Summary

Fluent conversations in Chinese will require accurate knowledge of verb phrase structures, sentence constructions and the use of specific characters. In this module, you will learn how to compare things and situations. As you watch the lesson videos, you can practice forming sentences where you have to either emphasise or talk about changes.

Approximation and Use of Conjunctions(只要…就…)

Revision: Conversational Chinese HSK Level 3

Conjunctions, Classifiers and Directional Complement

Interrogative Pronouns, Subjectless Sentences

This module conversational Chinese will help you to use conjunctions, classifiers, complements and pronouns to add more meaning to your understanding of the language. You will learn new words, grammar and sentence structures as you progress through the next four topics with engaging practice exercises.

Asking About Things

Possibility Complement and Conjunctions

Directional Complement

Everyday conversations in Mandarin or Chinese will involve the use of mathematical expressions. In this module, you will begin with understanding how to talk about fractions, percentages and multiples. Subsequent topics will guide you through fresh grammar and sentence structures as you learn about and practise complements and conjunctions.

Course assessment

This free online course helps you master HSK Level 3 grammar and conduct basic daily conversations in Mandarin Chinese.

Diploma in HSK Level 3 Conversational Chinese

If you have completed the ‘HSK Level 1 and Level 2 Conversational Chinese’ courses, this course will help you progress further in mastering Mandarin. The short video lessons will teach you new vocabulary and grammar to have more extended conversations in Mandarin. Completing this course will add yet another milestone to your foreign language proficiency, which will help you tap into new opportunities, whether at your studies or work.

After completing the ‘HSK Level 1 and level 2’ study for the HSK exam (or ‘Chinese Proficiency Test’), this course is your next step and will prepare you for the level 3 exam. The HSK level 3 assesses how well you can apply everyday Chinese. It covers many relevant topics like discussing personal plans, comparing and describing people or things, Chinese culture and general etiquette. Each lesson has practice questions to help you grasp the essentials of grammar and vocabulary as you progress. Learning any new language entails dedicated effort and determination. As you listen and practise with each video lesson, your confidence in your abilities will increase. We will also test your knowledge of the Chinese characters on their own, without the use of pinyin. The exercise may sound challenging but we will guide you through each section.
The first module focuses on how to compare, emphasise and talk about changes. The Chinese language uses idioms expressed in four characters. How can these idioms enrich your vocabulary? We will explore common idioms and their usage along with new sentence structures. In addition, you will learn to express large and approximate numbers. The second module explains the correct use of conjunctions, classifiers and pronouns. You will become more comfortable using interrogative pronouns, complex complements and telling a story. Can you use more than one verb in a sentence? You can in Mandarin and this course level will teach many more grammar structures. A revision section in the second module of the course will give you some assistance in assimilating what you have learned so far.
The course's final module deals with complements in detail and you will also learn to express fractions, percentages and multiples. This course covers around 150 sentence patterns, more than 800 new words and grammar related to comparisons between adjectives and the use of adverbs. The ten different topics present a broad vocabulary spectrum from getting to know someone or talking about the environment. The advantages of learning Chinese are many. Knowledge of Mandarin will help you communicate with the locals in China, Taiwan and Singapore. The added proficiency in Mandarin can be of immense help if you are a student in any of these countries. Your business opportunities will grow as you can tap newer markets. It will be easier for you to connect with Chinese colleagues abroad. So take advantage of this course, which is available to you in an easy-to-follow format. Enrol now.

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Understanding Apraxia

Principles and Treatment

Handling Apraxia and Dysarthria

In this module, you will learn about childhood apraxia of speech, its characteristics, and the principles of motor learning. We discuss the treatment, including the planning and organising the education of a child with CAS and associated language disorders. We identify the symptoms, causes and ways of treating dysarthria.

Dysarthria and Apraxia: Overview, Assessment, and Treatment - Course Assessment

This free online psychology course explains how to diagnose and treat the speech disorders dysarthria and apraxia.

Dysarthria and Apraxia: Overview, Assessment and Treatment

The motor speech disorder known as ‘childhood apraxia of speech’ (CAS) can afflict children as they learn to speak. This psychology course takes you through the causes, characteristics and symptoms of apraxia to show you how to assess and diagnose the disorder. We compare CAS to speech delay and discuss the role of speech therapy. We then move on to dysarthria, a slurring of speech caused by brain or nerve damage that affects the vocal muscles.

Signs for Numbers 0 - 10 and Words with A

Signs for Words Starting With B and C

Words Beginning with Letters C, D, and E

Group 1 - 3 Review

In this module, we will introduce the different types of signs and numbers that form a part of the American sign language. Signs for the counting series' first ten numbers will be examined. We will also look at different words starting from the letter A to the letter E, along with a set of practice tests for the learner to check their progress.

Words Beginning with Letters F and G

Signs for Words Starting With H

Signs for Words Starting With H, I, and L

Group 4 - 6 Review

In this module, we will explore the signs for words beginning with the letters F to L. These signs include common words that can improve everyday communication and help the learner convey their message more clearly. The module also includes a practice test and a review of all the signs covered.

Signs for Words Starting With M and N

Signs for Words Starting With N and O

Signs for Words Starting With P. R, and S

Group 7 - 9 Review

In this module, we will take the learner's knowledge further by exploring the signs for words that start from the letter M up until the letter Y. The words that will be taught are part of the everyday vocabulary. A series of final tests will also be provided for learners to test their progress.

Signs for Words Starting With S and T

Signs for Words Starting With T, U, and W

Signs for Words Starting With W and Y

Group 10 - 12 Review

Test Format and Practice Questions

Test Format and Understanding

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Diploma in Basics of American Sign Language - Course assessment

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Diploma in Basics of American Sign Language

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Overview of Freelance Translation

Finding Clients and Managing Work

Ethics of Freelance Translators

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Working as a Freelance Translator - Course Assessment

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Working as a Freelance Translator

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Vocabulary: Prefixes and Suffixes

Grammar 1: Indirect Speech

Grammar 2: Reporting Verbs

Prefixes and Suffixes with Reporting Verbs - Student Practice

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Learn English: Prefixes and Suffixes with Reporting Verbs - Course Assessment

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Learn English: Prefixes and Suffixes with Reporting Verbs

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Countable and Uncountable Nouns

Quantifiers

Modal Verbs: Asking for things

Language: cooking a recipe

Elementary Level English - Talk about Food and Drink: Course Summary

Four lesson topics using audio by native speakers to help improve your listening and speaking skills, interactive slides with images, practical tasks to help consolidate your knowledge and test questions to reinforce what you learn. Complete the end of course assessment so you can prove to teachers and potential employers that you are competent at this level of English. For full details on what's covered in each topic, see the individual topic descriptions.

Course Assessment - Elementary Level English: Talk about Food & Drink

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English Language - Talk about Food and Drink (Elementary level)

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Introduction

Pronunciation and Teaching Methodologies

Receptive and Productive Skills

In this module, you will be introduced to the basics of TEFL, you will learn the language teaching methodologies, how to teach receptive reading skills, and also how to teach receptive skill writing skills and receptive listening skills.

Teaching Methods and Planning

Distance Teaching and Classroom Management

Teaching Strategies and Employment Opportunities

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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) - Course Assessment

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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

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Introduction to TEFL

Understanding Learners

Comprehensive Teaching Methodologies

This module discusses various instructional methods and approaches to teaching English to individuals whose first language is not English. You'll learn about the crucial qualifications English language educators must have to enhance their employability, meet international standards and effectively teach the language to different learners worldwide.

Core Language Skills Development

Special Needs Education in TEFL

Effective Lesson Planning

This module teaches to structure lesson plans following the TEFL methodologies that help non-native speakers build their vocabulary, reading-writing skills, and accurate pronunciation of the English language. You'll explore study adaptations for special needs and cross-cultural communication in TEFL, enhancing learners' engagement and retention.

Classroom Management Strategies

Professional Development and Career Opportunities

Future Trends in TEFL

This module introduces you to classroom management strategies for fostering a conducive learning environment and maximising student success. You'll explore various sustainable educational tools used in TEFL to meet diverse educational objectives and accommodate various learner styles. Additionally, you'll discover the benefits of teaching aboard.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Essentials - Assessment

Familiarise yourself with the fundamentals of TEFL and boost your English teaching skills with this free online course.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Essentials

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