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課程內容和目標Course Description and Objectives This intermediate-high level course in Standard Mandarin Chinese is a continuation of Chinese 201-202,
and a supplementary course to the regular curriculum taught to meet the needs
of students who are not able to study abroad in the fall. Although it is designed for
students who have completed two years of Mandarin at the college level or
equivalent, students who have
completed one year of Chinese can be enrolled upon the recommendation of the
instructor. Students who have
completed more than two years of college courses or have native background
will need to have the instructor’s permission to enroll in this course. Since students in this class often come
in with different levels of fluency and preparation, it is essential that the
class evaluation include not only tests and assignments, but also individual
as well as group presentations and projects. Student's individual effort and
progress will be closely monitored throughout the semester. Different
expectations and standards may be applied to students of different levels and
backgrounds. All students should strive to improve in the following areas: Ř
Speaking: Expand vocabulary items
and phrases in the targeted areas; build confidence and strategies to handle
both casual discourse and formal presentations. Ř Communication: Acquire more background knowledge on
a variety of topics to ensure better
comprehension and more ease in oral delivery. Ř
Listening: Learn to decode longer
discourse by identifying key words and phrases; be familiar with various
styles of delivery and formulaic expressions. Ř Study skills: Learn about the
computer-assisted technologies that can be best used to enhance your
learning-what they are and how to use them. Ř
Cultural Fluency:
Learn more about various cultural topics through individual and group research
and presentations. 課程要求Course Requirement Class will be conducted primarily in Chinese. Regular and punctual
attendance as well as active participation in all classes will be expected of
all students. Lesson topics will be supplemented with
traditional Chinese culture and contemporary issues. Students are expected to spend at
least 10 hours per week studying
outside of class, including previewing, preparing, and reviewing
assignments, and in appointments with the instructor, if required. Group projects and other
assigned teamwork will require additional time for collaboration. Much of the work is to be done on your
own; students in this class have to be self-reliant and highly-motivated. The
instructor expects all students to put forth more effort than in any of their
previous Chinese courses, and will push every student to reach his or her
utmost potential in mastering the materials. The coursework aims to
prepare students planning on study abroad or to pursue a 300-level course in
the spring. Strong motivation and daily preparation will ensure a successful
learning experience in this class. Students should be prepared to
participate, comment and contribute ideas in every class and during group
project sessions. 網上口語練習YackPack
Audio Forum We will continue to utilize the online
audio forum, YackPack, to live chat, to complete
individual and group oral assignments, to practice reading and pronunciation,
to share work and to podcast. Please keep
all practice and final messages in your pack for the instructor to monitor
and evaluate your progress. You will receive an email invitation in the first
week of class from your instructor to join the pack, please respond by
accepting the invitation, update your account info and upload a recent photo
of yours. You will need a microphone. For troubleshooting, please visit YackPack Support. 上課出席缺席規定Attendance
Policies (M W F 3 days of class per week) Classes will be conducted
in Chinese. Do not hesitate to approach the instructor at the end of the
class to clarify any questions you may have. Students are not only expected
to speak up when called on but to actively participate in class and to
communicate in Chinese at all times with their instructor and classmates.
Students' efforts in expressing themselves in Chinese will be evaluated as
part their class performance grade. You are expected to spend 10
hours per week for
study outside of class, including preview, review and appointments with
tutors.
Group/partner projects may be assigned and the teamwork will require
additional time for collaboration. You should be prepared to actively
participate in class discussions and projects. Your preparation and
participation are a major part of your class performance. Complete the assignments according to the designate
schedules and turn in for grading if asked. If you have to miss a class when
an assignment is due, ask someone to bring it in to the class. You can also
drop it by the office (Wyatt 246) or place it in the mailbox in Wyatt 233.
Please note that offices are open between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. You
should always hand in homework on time. The instructor will accept late
homework assignments but can only assign late grades as penalties. Ř You are
expected to be in class on time everyday. Being more than ten minutes late
(without a valid excuse) counts as half an absence; 20 minutes an absence. Ř You are allowed
two unexcused absences per semester. Each unexcused absence beyond this
(three or more) will adversely affect your final grade. Always ask for
permission in advance for classes you will have to miss and make appropriate
arrangements for missed work. In case of illness, only those who provide
documentation will be excused. Ř Three
unexcused absences will prevent you from receiving an A, six will prevent you
from receiving a B, and ten will prevent you from receiving a passing grade
C- for this class. Ř If you
know that you will miss a class, email or voice mail your instructor of the
day as soon as possible, preferably before class to facilitate any make-up
arrangement. You or a friend can stop by the office to pick up handouts that
you missed. Ř It is your
responsibility to obtain class notes and prepare any work assigned or due
during the period of your absence. In the event that you are not able to
reach the instructor to check for missed work, you should know how to contact
a classmate to obtain the information you need. 補考Make-up
Policy Make-up tests must be arranged
with the instructor in advance of the scheduled test time. All make-ups must
be taken before graded tests are returned to the class except in the case of
officially documented medical emergencies or University business. In case of illness or unplanned
incidences, please contact your instructor for make-up work as soon as
possible. Make-up tests are granted only at the discretion of
the instructor. There will be no make-up or rescheduling given on final
examination. 學生成績 Evaluation and Grading Evaluation
of this course is based on in-class tests and quizzes, class participation
& performance, individual/group written assignments and oral
presentations, and a final examination and project. There will be no midterm
examination. Grade points are roughly based on the following:
Grading scale is as followed:
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