CHIN 1002 - Chinese IB
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2020
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CHIN 1002 Course Chinese IB Coordinating Unit Asian Studies Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 5 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites CHIN 1001 or equivalent Assessment Assignments, tests, oral tests, mid-term test and final exams Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Hong Cai
Dr. Hong Cai
RM 641, Kenneth Wills Building
Ph: +61 8 83132598
Email: hong.cai@adelaide.edu.au
Consultation hours: by appointments
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1 obtain a knowledge and understanding of the Chinese characters and basic structure of the Chinese language and of the social, historical and cultural contexts in which the language has been used and is currently used 2 obtain a critical understanding of the linguistic landscape of Chinese speaking countries and regions and ways in which social and cultural specifications are represented through Chinese and Chinese speaking people 3 obtain the independent ability to use a variety of sources to further understanding of the Chinese language 4 locate, evaluate and apply the linguistic knowledge learned to handle general courtesy in Mandarin, answer predicable questions, introduce one’s studying and working environment, express locations, go shopping and make travel plans in Mandarin 5 obtain an understanding of and respect for cultural difference and diversity combined with a knowledge and understanding of the issues involved in intercultural communication 6 demonstrate a heightened awareness and understanding of aspects of one's own language and culture as well as different ways of seeing the world 7 demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in a small group with peers in the exploration, generation and presentation of ideas, information and a meaningful dialogue 8 gain the ability to be a critical and self-reflective learner, and to sustain intellectual curiosity about Chinese language, society and culture 9 demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, the importance of life-long learning through a passion for Chinese language and culture University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1, 2 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
2, 3, 6, 8 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
1, 4, 7 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
5, 9 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
5, 6 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Modern Chinese Textbook 1A (Second Edition)
Publisher: Better Chinese
Modern Chinese Workbook 1A (Second Edition)
Publisher: Better Chinese
The print material (a textbook and a workbook) can be purchased from https://www.betterchinese.com/collections/modern-chinese-textbook
or
The Co-op at University of Adelaide
Level 4, Hughes Building, North Terrace
Adelaide, SA, 5000
0475814755Recommended Resources
https://resources.allsetlearning.com/chinese/grammar/Main_Page
https://quizlet.com/class/2569859/
Mandarin Chinese: An Introduction, Melbourne: Oxford University Press, 2000, reprinted in 2003, Mobo
C. F. Gao
A Chinese-English and English-Chinese DictionaryOnline Learning
Materials required for this course are available on MyUni. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Lectures
Students may, at their discretion, attend either two of the four lectures. The purpose of the lectures is to explain the grammar of each chapter, the structure of the characters and cultural background. Language lectures are not the same as that of many other courses and require active participation with your eyes, ears, mouths and hands as well as your brain. Therefore you cannot just get lecture notes to replace your participation in class. For that reason, we don’t have lectures recorded or notes to distribute.
Tutorials
Tutorials are designed to provide the all-important language practice and consolidation. In tutorials, students work individually, in pairs or in small groups to practice listening and speaking, reading and writing, under the guidance of their tutor who will assist them in overcoming any difficulties they may experience. Tutors will explain instructions for homework, collect, mark and return them with feedback. They will also administer and mark tests. Remember to bring the textbook as well as the workbook to all tutorials.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
1 x 2-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week 24 hours per semester 1 x 1-hour tutorial (or equivalent) per week 12 hours per semester 1 x 1-hour seminar (or equivalent) per week 12 hours per semester 6 hours reading per week 72 hours per semester 2 hours research per week 24 hours per semestercell 2 hours assignment preparation per week 24 hours per semester TOTAL WORKLOAD HOURS 168 hours per semester
Learning Activities Summary
This course will cover units 5-8 of Modern Chinese
* The weekly activities are subject to change depending on how students are progressing.Schedule Week 1 Introduction; part of Unit 5 Lesson 1 Week 2 Unit 5 lesson 1: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 3 Unit 5 lesson 2: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 4 Unit 6 lesson 1: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 5 Unit 6 lesson 2: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 6 Mid-semester written test Week 7 Unit 7 lesson 1: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 8 Unit 7 lesson 2: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 9 Unit 8 lesson 1: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 10 Unit 8 lesson 2: vocabulary and texts, key phrases, structure notes and cultural spotlight Week 11 Review Week 12 Oral Test -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Learning Outcome Weekly dictation/quiz Formative and Summative - Category A 15% 1-9 Participation Formative and Summative - Category B 5% 1-9 Mid-semester written test Formative and Summative - Category C 20% 1-9 Oral test Formative and Summative - Category D 20% 1-9 Final exam Summative - Category E 40% 1-9
Modified arrangements have been made to assessments and the details provided here reflect recent updates.
Assessment Task Weighting Weekly online quiz 40% Mid-semester written test 20% Oral test 20% Final test 20% Assessment Related Requirements
Students must pass the weekly dictation (Category A) in order to pass the course.Assessment Detail
Weekly dictation: weekly dictations or quizzes from week 2 to week 11, each worth 1.5% of the semester total - 15% weighting
Participation: attendance and active participation in all lectures, tutorials, seminars and MyUni activities - 5% weighting
Mid-semester written test: will include writing and reading -20% weighting
Oral test: will include comprehension, listening and speaking - 20% weighting
Final exam: exam on comprehension, listening, speaking, writing and reading - 40% weighting
Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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