LC-9000 - Introduction to Chinese Cultures, Lecture, 1.10.2021-26.11.2021

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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 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: 01.10.2021 - 26.11.2021

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Sari Annala, Jinhua Cheng

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: Finnish, English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    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 for whole curriculum period:

    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 for whole curriculum period:

    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 for whole curriculum period:

    Handouts and materials prepared by the teacher and the students

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

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

    Teaching Period:

    2020-2021 Spring IV-V

    2021-2022 Autumn I-II

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