About the Mandarin Chinese Workshop, I understand the following is a statement of best intentions, not a signed, contractual agreement. The purpose of the agreement is to be clear and specific about expectations.
As a member of the Mandarin Chinese Workshop:
- I understand that one of the main purposes of the workshop is to gain case study data in answer to this question: “How much Mandarin Chinese can an adult learn in 90 days?”
- To provide a tangible measure of learning, I understand the workshop’s coordinator needs my achievement scores at these 5 increments: a) with application, b) day 1 of the workshop, c) 30 days, d) 60 days, e) 90 days.
- I intend to engage with Mandarin Chinese in some form for one hour per day for 90 days.
- Although I understand the core course for the workshop is Mandarin Blueprint, I understand that “engage with Mandarin Chinese” may be individually decided by me.
- Even if I miss engaging with Mandarin Chinese for one or more days, I understand I am asked to restart my studies and continue in the workshop for the full 90 days.
- If I decide to leave the workshop, I understand one of hypotheses upon which the workshop has been designed is that learning may still continue. I understand I am asked to report my achievement scores at these 5 increments: a) date of application, b) day 1 of the workshop, c) 30 days, d) 60 days, e) 90 days, even if I am no longer active in the workshop. Although I understand I will no longer qualify for continuous study bonuses, I understand I will receive $50 for each requested score I report.
The coordinator of the Mandarin Chinese Workshop will:
- Provide the resources and bonuses described in the workshop description, workshop syllabus, and workshop schedule.
- Respond in fewer than 24 hours to all questions and requests for help or support.
- Work tirelessly to help members learn effectively, happily, and bountifully.
As a member of the Mandarin Chinese Workshop, I am willing to give verbal acknowledgement that I have read this statement of intentions, understand it, and will join the coordinator and fellow workshop members in giving this novel idea a very good try!
