Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
| Module Title |
Chinese Language Skills(Higher Intermediate) |
| Module Code |
ZH376 |
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School |
SALIS |
| Module Co-ordinator | Semester 1: Weiming Liu
Semester 2: Weiming Liu
Autumn: Weiming Liu
| | | Module Teachers | Weiming Liu
Lijie Shao
Xue Li
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
10 |
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Pre-requisite |
None |
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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None
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Description
The purpose of this module is to help students develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in Chinese through diverse topics. It also helps students to develop further understanding of Chinese culture and society in a global context. In addition to the enhancement of their subject knowledge, students are also encouraged to further enhance their independent and interdependent learning skills.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Express ideas clearly both orally and in writing through Chinese using complex grammatical structures and appropriate register.
2. Extract information from a variety of paper based and online sources.
3. Demonstrate ability to interact with native speakers in a relatively comfortable and clearly participatory fashion.
4. Express personal opinions orally and in writing in an appropriate register and style.
5. Demonstrate an awareness of Chinese culture and significant social, economic and cultural issues and events.
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
| Type |
Hours |
Description |
| Lecture | 42 | On site synchronous sessions | | Independent Study | 50 | -Review of lecture/tutorial topics and textbook, including additional topic-related research beyond | | Directed learning | 30 | -Preparation for interactive class activities such as quiz, mini (drama) play, (group or individual) presentations and group work in general | | Directed learning | 70 | -Completion of workbook exercises and additional practice proposed by the lecture | | Independent Study | 8 | -Interaction with formative feedback, in class or online
-Individual consultation with the lecturer | | Assignment Completion | 5 | CA 1 Listening and Reading quiz
-Interaction with learning resources and feedback on individual CA assignments
-CA preparation and completion | | Assignment Completion | 5 | CA 2 Writing Composition (400 characters)
-Interaction with learning resources and feedback on individual CA assignments
-CA preparation and completion | | Assignment Completion | 15 | CA 3 Term individual multimodal/oral project
-Interaction with learning resources and feedback on individual CA assignments
-CA preparation and completion | | Assignment Completion | 5 | CA 4 Listening and Reading quiz
-Interaction with learning resources and feedback on individual CA assignments
-CA preparation and completion | | Assignment Completion | 5 | CA 5 Writing Composition (500 characters)
-Interaction with learning resources and feedback on individual CA assignments
-CA preparation and completion | | Assignment Completion | 15 | CA 6 Year individual multimodal/oral project
-Interaction with learning resources and feedback on individual CA assignments
-CA preparation and completion | | Total Workload: 250 |
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Interactive and engaging topicsThe teaching and learning will centre around topics and themes presented in the master textbook with the inclusion of multimodal resources beyond, which are closely related to the topics. Topics are highly engaging as it involves a comparison of Chinese and Irish/European contexts with a focus on cultural and societal aspects.Interactive on site synchronous lectures and tutorialsStudents will attend lectures and tutorials and engage in a variety of learning activities such as quizzes, multimedia presentations, group discussions, debating and role-play, etc.Independent learningStudents will engage in structured and supported independent learning activities such as interaction with learning resources, assignment completion and feedback. Students will enhance their receptive (listening and reading) and productive (writing and speaking) skills through either atomistic or holistic assignments and projects. |
| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
| Course Work Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Loop Quiz | CA 1 Listening and Reading quiz | 5% | Once per semester | | Assignment | CA 2 Writing Composition (400 characters) | 20% | Once per semester | | Presentation | CA 3 Term individual multimodal/oral project
Peer grading and commenting involved | 20% | Once per semester | | Loop Quiz | CA 4 Listening and Reading quiz | 15% | Once per semester | | Assignment | CA 5 Writing Composition (500 characters) | 20% | Once per semester | | Presentation | CA 6 Year individual multimodal/oral project
Peer grading and commenting involved | 20% | Once per semester |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component |
| This module is category 1 |
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Indicative Reading List
- Xun Liu: 0, New Practical Chinese Reader Vol. 3 (2nd Ed.): Textbook (W/MP3) (English and Chinese Edition), 7561932553
- Xun Liu: 2010, New Practical Chinese Reader Vol. 3 (2nd Ed.): Workbook (W/MP3) (English and Chinese Edition), Beijing University Press, 7561932073
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Other Resources
None |
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