IMPORTANT MODULE INFORMATION
Section outline
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MODULE DESCRIPTION
Chinese Language and Culture 1a LAN4181-4186
Time: Thursday 4:00-6:00 PM
Classroom: Bancroft 1.01
(Teacher: 李婉 Li Wan li.wan@qmul.ac.uk)
LEARNING AIMS AND OUTCOMESAims
The overall aims of this module are to help you to develop a sound foundation of knowledge of the Chinese language, and an ability to approach communication in the language in a confident and competent manner. You will move from no knowledge, or very rudimentary knowledge of the language, to become someone who is able to function effectively at a basic level when using language occurring in everyday situations relating to practical matters, and be able to understand basic texts (equivalent to level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference, CEFR).
You will learn the language through tasks designed to develop your skills in speaking and writing. You will also read and listen to simple texts, to develop your receptive skills. The aim is to achieve a balance between fluency and accuracy, which means grammar and structure are an integral part of this course.
OutcomesYou should develop the following outcomes related to academic content:
A1
To achieve effective communication in Chinese at level A1 CEFR with competent speakers of the language.
A2
To exploit, for a variety of purposes, a range of materials, written and spoken, in Chinese level A1 CEFR.
A3
To demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the structures, registers and, as appropriate, varieties of Mandarin Chinese at level A1 CEFR.
A4
To demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of Chinese cultures and societies gained through the study of basic written and aural texts and other cultural products in the target language.
You should develop the following disciplinary skills:
B1
To analyze aspects of the target language and make use of them in a broadly professional context.
B2
To gather and process information related to Chinese language and cultures from a variety of paper, audiovisual and electronic sources and communicate this information, both orally and in writing.
B3
To use ICT （information and communication technology）effectively both as a means of communication and as an aid to learning.
B4
To demonstrate some ability as an independent learner of the language in order to take further the study of Chinese language and cultures.
You should develop the following general attributes:
C1
To be able to operate in more than one language, develop a global perspective and use the knowledge acquired to increase employability and engage with the professional world.
C2
To apply analytical skills to investigate unfamiliar problems and to use the knowledge acquired to enrich research.
C3
To be able to work effectively in diverse communities.
C4
To work individually and in collaboration with others reflecting upon and assessing one's progress in learning the Target Language.
