CHIN 1002 - Chinese IB

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2019

Chinese IB is a continuation of Chinese IA. It continues instruction and practice in the speaking, understanding, writing and reading of modern standard Chinese. Throughout the course, mastery of conversational skills will be reinforced through oral-aural practice and at the same time, increased emphasis will be placed on contemporary texts. By the end of the semester students will know around 400 Chinese characters and associated compounds.

  • 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
    Course Description Chinese IB is a continuation of Chinese IA. It continues instruction and practice in the speaking, understanding, writing and reading of modern standard Chinese. Throughout the course, mastery of conversational skills will be reinforced through oral-aural practice and at the same time, increased emphasis will be placed on contemporary texts. By the end of the semester students will know around 400 Chinese characters and associated compounds.
    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

    Teaching staff:
    Mr Mengru Chen
    Confucius Institute Office, Level 4 Kenneth Wills Building
    Email: mengru.chen@adelaide.edu.au
    Consultation hours: by appointments
    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • 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
    2, 6
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Modern Chinese Textbook 现代中文课本 1A (Second Edition)
    Publisher: Better Chinese

    Modern Chinese Workbook 现代中文练习册 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
    0475814755
    Recommended Resources
    https://resources.allsetlearning.com/chinese/grammar/Main_Page

    Mandarin Chinese: An Introduction, Melbourne: Oxford University Press, 2000, reprinted in 2003, Mobo
    C. F. Gao

    A Chinese-English and English-Chinese Dictionary
    Online 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
    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:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. 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


    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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