Chinese for HSK 3 PART II from Coursera

大家好！Hi, everyone, welcome to join our Chinese for HSK Level 3 course. This is CHEN Li and LU Yun, and we are very happy to meet you here!

Chinese for HSK 3 is a 10-week course. It consists of two parts: Part I, which is a 6-week program, covers vocabulary and grammar delivered mainly through dialogues and passages; Part II takes 4 weeks to complete and the foci are exercises and testing strategies.

The HSK (Level 3) test is made up of listening comprehension, reading comprehension and writing sections and contains a total of 80 items.The test will last for 90 minutes in total (including 5 minutes in which the test takers fill in personal information). In this course, You will learn:

 Know about the HSK Level 3 Test

 Know about each type of questions and be familiar with test requirements.

 Review the words you have learnt in HSK 1 ,HSK 2 and HSK 3 Part I courses.

 A lot of Practices from Sample Test and Official Examination Paper of HSK Level 3.

 Help to improve your Chinese aural comprehension abilities and test skills.

 Quizzes for each lesson and HSK test papers.

It does not matter if you complete HSK Level 1-2 or not, as long as you have obtained basic Chinese language competency. Hope you enjoy our courses

CHEN Li, LU Yun and Chinese for HSK Level 3 team.

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Syllabus

Week 1 Introduction of HSK Level 3 and Test Strategies

HSK Level 3 is constituted of listening, reading and writing, and our goal is to learn each type of questions and be familiar with test requirements. Learning to “read pictures”, understanding the key information from pictures. We choose some items from Sample Test Paper of HSK Level 3 to practice together.

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Employs a structured approach to teach spoken and written Chinese for the HSK Level 3 test

Instructors CHEN LI and LU Yun have experience in teaching Chinese at various levels

Provides ample practice exercises and strategies for passing the HSK Level 3 test

Suitable for learners who have a basic understanding of Chinese and are preparing for the HSK Level 3 test

May require additional resources for learners with limited exposure to spoken and written Chinese

Reviews summary

Hsk 3 test strategies and practice

According to learners, this course primarily focuses on providing essential test strategies specifically for the HSK Level 3 exam. Students found the inclusion of official and sample HSK papers very helpful for practicing the different question types. While many appreciate the review of vocabulary and grammar from previous levels, some feel the course could offer more practice materials or that certain explanations could be clearer, suggesting that supplementing with other resources may be beneficial for some learners.

Includes review of HSK 1 and 2 material.

"The review of vocabulary and grammar from HSK 1 and 2 was a good refresher before diving into HSK 3 level content."

"It was helpful to reinforce foundational knowledge needed for HSK 3 through the review included."

"The course helps solidify concepts from earlier levels which is necessary for HSK 3."

"Good recap of previous HSK levels integrated into the HSK 3 context."

Utilizes official and sample HSK 3 papers.

"Practicing with items directly from official HSK papers (like H31001, H31003) was incredibly valuable."

"The sample test paper practice sections were very realistic and gave a good feel for the actual exam."

"Using materials from past exams makes the practice highly relevant to the HSK 3 test environment."

"It's great that they include practice directly from official HSK 3 past papers in the course."

Concentrates on strategies for the HSK 3 exam.

"The main strength is definitely the focus on HSK 3 test strategies. It helped me understand how to approach each section."

"Learning the test format and strategy was key for me, and this course delivers on that."

"I appreciated the breakdown of different question types and how to tackle them efficiently."

"This course is structured around passing the HSK 3 exam, providing useful tips and methods."

Clarity of explanations is inconsistent for learners.

"Most explanations were clear, but sometimes I found the grammar points or specific word usage slightly confusing and needed to rewatch sections."

"I thought the instructors explained the test strategies very well, making them easy to follow."

"Some parts of the explanation could be more detailed, especially when dealing with subtle differences in vocabulary or grammar."

"Overall, the explanations were helpful, though occasionally brief on complex points."

Opinions divided on the amount of practice offered.

"While the examples were good, I felt there wasn't enough practice material overall and had to find more exercises elsewhere."

"The practice sessions were helpful, but I wish there were more items covered from the official papers mentioned."

"I thought the amount of practice provided was adequate for understanding the strategies presented."

"Some parts felt a bit brief; I needed external practice resources to feel truly prepared."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Chinese for HSK 3 PART II with these activities:

Access and follow the HSK Level 3 part I learning module from the provider's website.

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Review the vocabulary and grammar you need to know for the HSK Level 3 test.

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Locate the HSK Level 3 part I learning module on the provider's website.
Work through the learning module at your own pace, taking notes as needed.
Complete the practice exercises and quizzes in the learning module.

Review the vocabulary and grammar you learned in HSK Levels 1 and 2.

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Refresh your knowledge of the foundational material to ensure you are well-prepared for HSK Level 3.

Browse courses on HSK Level 1

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Review your HSK Levels 1 and 2 notes.
Take practice tests to assess your understanding.
Focus on areas where you need additional practice.

Review HSK 1, 2, 3 vocabulary

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Refreshes previously learned vocabulary to prepare for HSK Level 3 coursework.

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Obtain HSK 1, 2, 3 word lists or textbooks
Review and test comprehension of vocabulary in a spaced repetition app such as Anki or Quizlet

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Follow online tutorials on HSK Level 3 grammar

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Expands understanding of HSK Level 3 grammar beyond course materials.

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Search online for HSK Level 3 grammar tutorials
Watch, listen to, and take notes on the tutorials
Complete exercises or practice problems provided in the tutorials

Join a study group with other students taking the HSK Level 3 course.

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Collaborate with other students to review the material, practice speaking and listening, and prepare for the test.

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Find a study group or create your own.
Meet regularly to discuss the course material and practice your Chinese skills.
Provide feedback to your peers and ask for help when needed.

Create a summary of the key vocabulary and grammar points covered in the HSK Level 3 course.

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Reinforce your understanding of the course material by creating a concise and organized summary.

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Review the course notes and materials.
Identify the key vocabulary and grammar points.
Write a summary that includes definitions, examples, and explanations.

Contribute to a HSK Level 3 online forum or discussion group.

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Engage with other learners and contribute your knowledge to the HSK Level 3 community.

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Find a HSK Level 3 online forum or discussion group.
Participate in discussions and offer helpful insights.
Answer questions from other learners.
Share your own tips and experiences.

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