E E Smith High – AP Chinese Language and Culture

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

This intensive course is designed for highly motivated students to improve competency and gain proficiency in Chinese. The course provides extensive preparation for the AP Chinese Language and Culture exam in May. Students write biweekly compositions in Chinese and develop their speaking, listening, and writing skills at an advanced level by making recordings. Students are expected to become competent in reading and understanding spoken Chinese using authentic sources. A concise review of grammar and extensive vocabulary are addressed throughout the year. World Language studies at the Diploma Level require students to read, write, and speak in the target language while exploring cultures related to the language. Students engage in discussion with classmates and their teacher, read and respond to texts, and describe and analyze photographs representing cultural images. A proficiency exam will be given at the end of the course.