CHIN 1001 - Chinese IA
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CHIN 1001 Course Chinese IA Coordinating Unit Asian Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assumed Knowledge No previous knowledge of Chinese required Assessment Weekly practice, Mid-Semester test, Oral test, Final test. Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Tin Kei Wong
Email: tinkei.wong@adelaide.edu.au
Office: Kenneth Wills Building, 639Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
* Students are required to take the mid-semester test on Week 7 Friday, and the final test on Week 12 Friday. These two time slots are shown in students' timetable. -
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 Romanisation system, 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 locate, evaluate and apply characters/words/linking phrases learned to construct simple sentences and texts to express oneself 4 locate, evaluate and apply the linguistic knowledge learned to handle general courtesy in Mandarin, answer predicable questions, introduce oneself and one's familiar environment 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 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) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
3, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
5, 7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
7, 8 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
5, 6 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
5, 6 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1, 4, 7 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Modern Chinese 1A (2nd edition), Textbook, CA: Better Chinese LLC, 2013.
Modern Chinese 1A (2nd edition), Workbook, CA: Better Chinese LLC, 2013.
These texts are used for Chinese IB as well and are available from:
E-version textbook: https://www.jialezhongwen.com.au/product/modern-chinese-e-textbook-1a-1b-2a-2b-app-web/
E-version workbook: https://www.jialezhongwen.com.au/product/modern-chinese-online-workbook-1a-1b/
Printed textbook: https://www.jialezhongwen.com.au/product/bk800-modern-chinese-1a-textbook-2nd-edition/
Printed workbook: https://www.jialezhongwen.com.au/product/bk801-modern-chinese-1a-workbook-2nd-edition/
Recommended Resources
Gao, Mobo C.F., Mandarin Chinese: An Introduction, Melbourne: Oxford University Press, 2000, reprinted in 2003.
Gao, Mobo C.F., A Reference to Mandarin Chinese, Queensland: XACT Publications, 2000
Chinese-English and English-Chinese Dictionary
Online Learning
The MyUni site will be used to announce upcoming curricular and extra curricular events and host supplementary
material. The site will help students and lecturers to communicate outside of class and help students prepare for lectures. Feedback will be given on MyUni Grade Centre.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Communicative skills will be developed through a task-oriented, activity-based approach. Students will be encouraged to participate actively at every stage of learning. Audio/visual materials presenting social situations and cultural settings will bring a degree of realism into the classroom. Learning strategies will be taught explicitly and linked to specific language-learning tasks.
Wherever possible, the course will integrate linguistic learning with cultural learning to achieve the dual goal of language development and improvement in the four skill areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening and intercultural
understanding and mediation.
There is a total of four contact hours per week divided into introductory sessions (2 hours of lectures) and follow-up practice sessions (2 hours of seminar).
Introductory sessions focus on the textual material including new vocabulary, linguistic features, grammar, usage and relevant cultural information.
Follow-up practice sessions include a variety of exercises and activities using audio-visual or other means. They focus on:
(1) vocabulary use, practice of the functions, and other aspects of language use encountered in the texts including pronunciation and tones;
(2) language development in all four skills (listening, speaking, reading skills and writing);
(3) individual or group work in completing a set task. These may culminate in a group presentation, individual report to the class, role play or other activities. Whenever possible, set tasks will contribute to the completion of a ‘megatask’ at appropriate intervals during the semester or at the end of the semester.
To get the full benefit of the lectures, seminars and tutorials in this course, it is essential for you to complete the required preparation beforehand. Your preparatory activities for each class are listed in the "Teaching Plan" booklet. The Booklet will be available for you to download on MyUni. Please complete the activities specified in the week-to-week plan before coming to each class.
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 2-hour tutorial (or equivalent) per week 24 hours per semester 6 hours reading per week 72 hours per semester 1 hours research per week 12 hours per semester 2 hours assignment preparation per week 24 hours per semester TOTAL WORKLOAD HOURS 156 hours per semester Learning Activities Summary
This course will cover units 1-5 of Modern Chinese
Week Topic Week 1 Introduction: What is the Chinese language? and Unit 1 lesson 1: "Meeting People" Week 2 Unit 1 lesson 2: "Age and Nationality" Week 3 Unit 2 lesson 1: "Family and Pets" Week 4 Unit 2 lesson 2: "Jobs and Languages" Week 5 Unit 3 lesson 1: "Days of the Week and Time" Week 6 Unit 3 lesson 2: "Happy Birthday!" Week 7 Unit 4 lesson 1: "Ordering Food" and mid-semester test* Week 8 Unit 4 Lesson 2 "How Does it Taste?" Week 9 Unit 5 Lesson 1 "Campus Life" Week 10 Unit 5 Lesson 2 "Where is it?" Week 11 Revision & Oral test Week 12 Final test*
* Students are required to take the mid-semester test on Week 7 Friday, and the final test on Week 12 Friday. These two time slots are shown in students' timetable.
Note: The schedule is subject to change depending on students' progress. Notification of major changes, if any, will be announced on MyUni.
Specific Course Requirements
Students are expected to attend all lectures and tutorials. Students who have missed any assessment task must lodge an application for an extension/a replacement test in compliance with the University's MACA policy. The policy and forms can be found at https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/3303/ . All applications for an extension of deadline or a replacement test must submitted to the Faculty of Arts within the time limit stipulated by the policy.
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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 Weekly practice Formative and Summative 22% Mid-semester test Formative and Summative 23% Oral Test Formative and Summative 25% Final test Summative 30% Assessment Related Requirements
Students are expected to attend all lectures and tutorials. Students who have missed any assessment task must lodge an application for an extension/a replacement test in compliance with the University's MACA policy. The policy and forms can be found at https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/3303/ . All applications for an extension of deadline or a replacement test must submitted to the Faculty of Arts within the time limit stipulated by the policy.
Assessment Detail
Weekly practice - The practice includes weekly character and pinyin dictations and questions on grammar points. - 22%
Mid-semester test - The test is delivered in the format of a quiz. It includes listening, reading and writing questions covering the units in the first half of the semester - 23%
Oral test - The test includes comprehension, listening and speaking. It is also a SGDE task in the format of groupwork. - 25%
Final test - The test is delivered in the format of a quiz. It includes listening, reading and writing questions covering Units 1 to 5. - 30%
Submission
This course follows the Late Assignment Policy of the Faculty.
https://able.adelaide.edu.au/ua/media/6537/Arts_late_assignment_policy.pdf
Extensions
Extensions can only be sought under the provisions of the Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy (https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/3303/) or the Reasonable Adjustments for Teaching and Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy. All applications for an extension of deadline must submitted within the time limit stipulated by the policy.
Lateness Penalties
For work that is late without formal extension, 2 percentage points will be deducted from the mark for every day (or part thereof) the work is late to a maximum of 7 days (including weekends and public holidays).For example, an assignment that is 3 days late: raw score of 80% - 6 marks lateness deduction = 74% final mark.
For work with a formal extension, these penalties will apply from the extended due date.
Cut-off date
There will be a cut-off date for each assignment 7 days (including weekends and public holidays) after the original due date unless otherwise stipulated on MyUni. Work will not be accepted after the cut-off date, and a mark of zero will automatically be awarded for the assignment.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 Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- International Student Support
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
- YouX Student Care - Advocacy, confidential counselling, welfare support and advice
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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Fraud Awareness
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