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China
Resources for Teaching and Learning
Thematic Curricula
Thematic unit curriculum in World Language Education organizes learning around central themes, allowing students to explore language and culture in a meaningful and integrated way. By connecting vocabulary, grammar, and cultural content through engaging themes, students can develop language proficiency while making real-world connections. This approach encourages students to think critically, communicate effectively, and gain a deeper understanding of the target language and its cultural context, making language learning both relevant and immersive.
Level 1: Curriculum Map
- Unit 1: My Multilingual, Multicultural Self
- Unit 2: My Community Circle
- Unit 3: My School Community
- Unit 4: Technology in My Community
- Unit 5: Food for a Healthy Community
- Unit 6: Community Art
Level 2: Curriculum Map
- Unit 1: Personal & Public Identities
- Unit 2: Science & Technology
- Unit 3: Contemporary Life
- Unit 4: Families & Communities
- Unit 5: Global Challenges
- Unit 6: Beauty & Aesthetics
Connection
New England Chinese Language Teachers Association
Taipei Economic and Cultural OfficeAuthentic Resources
Authentic Resource Activities for World Language Teachers: A spreadsheet of Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and Chinese resource compiled by Julie Caldarone.
For websites offering authentic resources in a variety of languages, see the website: Resources for Teaching and Learning.Collection of Mandarin Plans (assembled by Julie Caldarone)
StarTalk Chinese Sample Curriculum
Stories for Teaching Chinese NYU Project DCLT & StarTalk Immersion Training Program