Chinese (Mandarin)/Planning/Standard Lesson Format

Standard Lesson Outline/Format
I think this was provided by Everlong.


 * Dialogue in Chinese characters - *both* traditional and simplified
 * New vocabulary, with contextual examples
 * Supplementary vocabulary. Several words relevant to the lesson’s text, not necessary at that point, but made available for further exploration.
 * Grammar notes provide complete explanations of new grammar patterns and points of syntax. Sentences follow showing contextual use of the patterns.
 * Phrases and Sentences. Additional examples provide even more practice and reference for study.
 * Dialogue in pinyin Romanization.
 * English translation of Dialogue.
 * Reading comprehension. Like the Phrases and Sentences sections, these readings provide a further review and use of past grammar and vocabulary.


 * Individual Exercises, meant to test and reinforce understanding of the lesson material. Should be done in a combination of pinyin and characters to stress proper tones as well as character learning.
 * Stroke order and character practice sheets. (Outside links to Flash-based stroke order pages provided.)
 * Partner/Group Exercises, activities and prompts for small groups to dynamically participate in conversations, improving speaking and listening comprehension skills.


 * Lesson Test, sample tests covering listening comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and stroke order.
 * Vocabulary Quiz, sample quizzes testing new vocabulary.