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2021　Chinese Conversation: Basic Course 4

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Academic unit or major
Second foreign language courses
Instructor(s)
Zhang Li 
Class Format
Exercise     
Media-enhanced courses
Day/Period(Room No.)
Wed5-6(W834)  
Group
-
Course number
LAL.C234
Credits
1
Academic year
2021
Offered quarter
4Q
Syllabus updated
2021/3/19
Lecture notes updated
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Language used
Japanese
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Course description and aims

In this course, students will learn the Chinese phonological system, basic conversational topics, vocabulary and grammar. Emphasis is placed on listening and speaking, We use the textbook that show various scenes of everyday life, it will develop students’ abilities to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form, shot and rhythmical conversation will be easy for students to remember. Under the guidance of native instructor, learners will be able to communicate in Chinese more appropriately and correctly.

Student learning outcomes

At the end of this course, students will have increased their knowledge about Chinese　phonological system, basic conversational topics of everyday life, will be able to introduce himself, and to have a positive attitude towards Chinese language learning, have gained confidence in using Chinese.

Keywords

correct pronunciation, basic conversational ability

Competencies that will be developed

Specialist skills ✔ Intercultural skills ✔ Communication skills Critical thinking skills ✔ Practical and/or problem-solving skills

Class flow

At the beginning of each class, the instructor will explain the essential points of the class,　including the key words, phrases and grammar. The instructor also corrects students 's pronunciation, has students to do exercise problems. We use the textbook that show　Chinese culture and everyday life of ordinary people, the course will develop students’ abilities with spoken and written communication in Chinese, also expands what students know about modern society of China.

Course schedule/Required learning

  Course schedule Required learning
Class 1 Read aloud, talk about food Check the pronunciation, review
Class 2 Studying for a test Expression of complement
Class 3 We-chat Review of causative verb
Class 4 Read aloud, Talk about recently life Check the pronunciation, review
Class 5 Make progress Practice of comparison expression
Class 6 Make an appointment Practice of the passive voice
Class 7 Free presentation and test Free presentation

Out-of-Class Study Time (Preparation and Review)

To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.

Textbook(s)

Start with Reading Chinese Item15　by Zheng Gaoyong, Asahi Press

Reference books, course materials, etc.

None required

Assessment criteria and methods

Students will be assessed on their attendance and activities in class

Related courses

  • LAL.C361 ： Chinese Conversation: Advanced Course 1
  • LAL.C362 ： Chinese Conversation: Advanced Course 2
  • LAL.C363 ： Chinese Conversation: Advanced Course 3
  • LAL.C364 ： Chinese Conversation: Advanced Course 4

Prerequisites (i.e., required knowledge, skills, courses, etc.)

No prerequisites

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