How to create a modern K-12 Mandarin Chinese Language Program /Curriculum?
The Portland Public Schools K-12 Mandarin Chinese Language Developing successful programs and curriculums for children learning Chinese is a challenge. Here is how Oregon do it. For more see their website http://casls.uoregon.edu/ppsflagship/en/index.php Program strives to create a sustainable and replicable model in Mandarin Chinese language instruction in the United States. Our goal is for all students to become bilingual and bi-literate while aspiring to achieve high-level academic performance and deeper cultural awareness. The PPS K-12 Chinese program is structured on the total language learning approach incorporating three key elements: Content-Based Instruction: Regular academic subjects such as math, science, social studies, are taught in Mandarin Chinese. Explicit Language Instruction: Teaching language and literacy for communicative purposes. Experiential Learning Practices: Students engage in real and meaningful life experiences requiring them to use their language and cultur
