Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the course, the student will:
- know the basics of Chinese culture and business etiquette
- be able to describe life in China
- understand something about Chinese dialects, regions and minorities
- be acquainted with Chinese rituals, values and attitudes
- be able to say some basic greetings and useful phrases
Credits: 3
Schedule: 02.03.2021 - 20.04.2021
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Jinhua Cheng
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Jinhua Cheng
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
0
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
The course is lecture and discussion-based, where students freely discuss topics given by the teacher. We will discuss for example the topics below:
- How to do business with Chinese – business etiquette and culture
- The history and geography of China
- Regions and dialects, Chinese ethnic groups
- How the ancient philosophies influence today's culture and people
- Chinese popular culture and appropriate and welcome topics of conversation (e.g. gifts)
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Lectures 24 h, active participation (20%) (Passing the course requires 80% attendance in class)
Classroom activities and group work (30%)
Oral presentations (30%)
An essay in English on a cultural topic (20%)
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Contact hours 24 hrs + independent work 57 hrs (Active discussion, oral presentation and an essay in English on a cultural topic)
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Handouts and materials prepared by the teacher and the students
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
No Chinese language skill prerequisites
- Teacher: Cheng Jinhua