LC-9060 - Chinese 6 Speaking and Writing in the Workplace (o,w) - H01, 13.01.2021-10.03.2021

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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 completing the course, you will in Chinese:

- have mastered level-B1 Chinese vocabulary and words (at least 200 new Chinese characters)
- Be able to engage in conversations on workplace topics and at formal occasions
- Be able to describe or present on specific work-related topics
- Write texts more smoothly and accurately
- Possess a deep understanding of traditional and modern Chinese culture, values and society
- Have enhance your listening comprehension skills
- Be able to pass the HSK test at level 3 or level 4

Credits: 3

Schedule: 13.01.2021 - 10.03.2021

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 (valid 04.01.2021-21.12.2112):

Cheng Jinhua 050-5747808

jinhua.cheng@aalto.fi

CEFR level (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Starting level B1.1, Target level B1.2

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Chinese 

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    - Workplace-based speaking and reading. Topics include company introductions, work plans, business meetings, office supplies, etc. (Topics are tailored in part to the learners' needs)
    - Write more advanced texts in Chinese related to topics such as CVs
    - Prepare for an interview
    - Learn key grammar points at the B1 level
    - Master 200 Chinese characters

  • Applies in this implementation:

    课程级别B1-B2， 涉及下面学习内容：

    • 办公用品
    • 租房子
    • 找工作
    • 介绍公司
    • 在国外生活
    • 在公司
    • 商务邀约
    • 初次见面


Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    1. Lectures 24 h, active participation (10%)
    2. Group work and written assignments (40%)
    3. Presentation and oral exam (20%)
    4. Written exam (30%)

     

  • Applies in this implementation:

    评估标准 Course completion methods:

    出勤率 Zoom lessons 8 times in total10%, absence of 2 times allowed
    作业+小组互动 Assignments +group work 40%
    演讲 Presentation on 3.3.  10 %
    口试 Zoom Oral test on 10.3. 
    klo 14.00-15.00     		10%
    笔试 Zoom Written exam on 10.3. 
    klo 15.00-17.00     		30%


Workload

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Contact hours: 24 hrs. Group work, an oral presentation, preparation for written exam: 57 hrs

  • Applies in this implementation:

    Contact hours: 24 hrs. Group work, an oral presentation, preparation for written exam: 57 hrs

DETAILS

Study Material
Prerequisites

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Chinese 5 or equivalent knowledge

Registration for Courses

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    WebOodi

  • Applies in this implementation:

    This is an online course, 8 Zoom lessons in total. 

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    The course fulfils the foreign language requirement of the degree regulations for ARTS and the field of technology.

    Please note that the course will only be organised if a minimum of 10 people register for it.

  • Applies in this implementation:

    This is an online course, 8 Zoom lessons in total. 

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