Mandarin Chinese Language Education (Grades 4-12) (IB/M)
Requirements
Mandarin Chinese Language Education students must complete a subject area major in Mandarin Chinese consisting of a minimum of 36 credits in courses at the 2000 level or above in the field of concentration. A minimum of 24 credits must be taken in one or two closely related departments. A minimum of 12 credits must be taken in related areas. Up to six credits in 1000-level courses may be included with prior consent of the faculty advisor.
Includes the following courses or equivalents:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Proficiency Development | ||
| CHIN 1111 & CHIN 1112 | Elementary Chinese I and Elementary Chinese II | 8 |
| CHIN 1113 & CHIN 1114 | Intermediate Chinese I and Intermediate Chinese II | 8 |
| CHIN 3210 & CHIN 3211 | Chinese Composition and Conversation and Chinese Composition and Conversation II | 6 |
| CHIN 3250W | Advanced Chinese Writing | 3 |
| CHIN 3275 | Introduction to Chinese Linguistics | 3 |
| Literature | ||
| Select at least 12 credits of the following courses or equivalents: | 12 | |
| Chinese Film | ||
| Topics in Chinese Literature | ||
| Women in Chinese Literature and Film | ||
| Culture and Civilization | ||
| Select at least nine credits of the following courses or equivalents: | 9 | |
| Language and Identity in Greater China | ||
| Contemporary Chinese Culture | ||
| Key Words in East Asian History and Culture | ||
| Modern China | ||
| China and the West | ||
| East Asia to the Mid-Nineteenth Century | ||
| History of Modern Chinese Political Thought | ||
| Chinese Politics and Economy | ||
| Total Credits | 49 | |
It is strongly recommended that students complete a maximum number of courses in their major language, proactively seek out multiple opportunities to develop control of the spoken language, and pursue meaningful study abroad at the earliest feasible time.
Professional Education Requirements
Mandarin Chinese Language Education majors must also complete the following Professional Education Requirements:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDCI 3100/3100W | Multicultural Education, Equity and Social Justice | 3 |
| EDCI 3215 | Teaching World Languages to the Elementary-Age Student: Seminar and Clinic | 3 |
| EDCI 4010 | Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Areas | 2 |
| EDCI 4205W | Teaching World Languages to the Secondary-Age Student (7-12) | 3 |
| EDCI 4250 | Directed Student Teaching | 9 |
| EGEN 3100 | Seminar/Clinic: Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| EGEN 4100 | Seminar/Clinic: Methods of Teaching | 3 |
| EGEN 4110 | Seminar/Clinic: Analysis of Teaching | 3 |
| EPSY 3010 | Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EPSY 3110 | Exceptionality | 2 |
| EPSY 3125 | Classroom and Behavior Management | 3 |
| EPSY 4010 | Assessment of Learning | 2 |
| HIST 1501 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| or HIST 1502 | U.S. History Since 1877 | |
| PSYC 1100 | General Psychology I | 3 |
| Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction program | ||
| Total Credits | 45 | |
University Common Curriculum Requirements
Every student must meet a set of core requirements to earn a baccalaureate degree, in addition to those required by the student's major course of study and other requirements set by the student's school or college. For more information about these requirements, please see Common Curriculum Requirements.
Neag School of Education Degree Requirements
Students must meet a set of requirements established by the school in addition to the University's Common Curriculum requirements. For more information, see the Neag School of Education section of this catalog.
Learning Objectives
- Apply critical concepts and principles of learner development and learning differences to work effectively with diverse students and their families.
- Apply critical concepts and principles of learner development and learning differences to create safe, supportive, and equitable learning environments for diverse students.
- Apply concepts of their content areas to develop equitable and inclusive learning experiences for diverse students.
- Demonstrate their ability to plan and utilize a variety of instructional and assessment strategies to support diverse students’ learning.
- Evaluate the impact of their choices and actions on others, including students, families, and other professionals, to develop positive professional dispositions and skills.
- Collaborate ethically and effectively with students, families, other professionals and community members to take responsibility for student learning.
Curriculum and Instruction (M.A.)
IBM Concentrations in Elementary Education or Secondary Education
Secondary Education includes:
- English Education
- World Languages Education (American Sign Language, French, German, Italian, Latin/Classics, Mandarin Chinese, or Spanish)
- History and Social Studies Education
- Mathematics Education
- Science Education (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, General Science, or Physics)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| EPSY 5195 | Workshop in Education | 2 |
| EDCI 5092 | Practicum | 3 |
| EDCI 5093 | Advanced Practicum | 4 |
| EDCI 5094 | Seminar | 3 |
| EDCI 5095 | Advanced Seminar | 3 |
| Select three credits from the following: | 3 | |
| Diversity, Culture, and Music Education | ||
| Bilingualism and Second Language Acquisition | ||
| Latinos and U.S. Education | ||
| Sheltered English Instruction for English Language Learners | ||
| Language Diversity and Literacy | ||
| Multicultural Education | ||
| Introduction to Critical Pedagogy | ||
| Educational Linguistics | ||
| Teaching for Intercultural Citizenship and Human Rights I | ||
| Teaching for Intercultural Citizenship and Human Rights II | ||
| EDLR 5015 | Teacher Leadership and Organizations | 3 |
| EPSY 5221 | Wise Integration of Technology into Teaching and Learning Environments | 1 |
| Total Credits | 22 | |
IBM Elective Required Courses
Nine credit hours aligned with content specialty selecting courses in EDCI, EDLR, and EPSY or Graduate Liberal Arts courses totaling nine credit hours.
Exam/Culminating Portfolio Requirement
Will be directed by the student’s advisor.