TCSOL
Standards include fives modules. Module I "Language Abilities and
Skills" consists of two standards: "Chinese Language Abilities and
Skills" and "Foreign Language Abilities and Skills." Module II
"Culture and Communication" also has two standards: "Chinese
Culture" and "Chinese-Foreign Cultural Comparison and Intercultural
Communications". This module is designed to help teachers raise
multicultural awareness, understand the similarities and differences between
Chinese culture and other cultures, and understand the basic principles of
intercultural communication. Module III "Second Language Acquisition and
Learning Strategies" sets requirements for teachers to understand the
principles of second language acquisition and the individual characteristics of
learners in order to help them succeed in learning Chinese. Module IV
"Teaching Methology" features four standards: "Chinese Language
Teaching Methology", "Testing and Assessment", "Curricula,
Syllabi, and Teaching Materials", and "Technology-Enhanced Language
Teaching". This module requires that teachers understand second0lnaguge
teaching theories and methods and be able to practice classroom management and
teaching. The fifth module "Professionalism" describes what makes a
good teacher in terms of occupational qualification, professional development,
and moral principles.