Mandarin Chinese for Cantonese and Heritage Speakers
| Module title | Mandarin Chinese for Cantonese and Heritage Speakers |
|---|---|
| Module code | FLM3930 |
| Academic year | 2024/5 |
| Credits | 30 |
| Module staff | Dr Yan Wen-Thornton (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 16 |
|---|
Module description
As a speaker of a dialect of Chinese (e.g. Cantonese, Hakka, Min, etc.) in Hong Kong, Guangdong, Fujian etc. or outside China (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand etc.), this module will help you develop your existing knowledge and aural/written skills in Mandarin Chinese. You will improve your accuracy in standard Mandarin Chinese and achieve a higher level of competence in both speaking and writing skills. Simplified Chinese characters will be taught and assessed. This module is taught in Mandarin Chinese.
Module aims - intentions of the module
In this module you will improve your oral fluency and written accuracy in Mandarin Chinese using simplified Chinese. More specifically, you will:
- Review and consolidate the standard Mandarin pronunciation system and increase your knowledge of Chinese idioms and phrases to produce complex texts for academic and specific purposes.
- Present opinions and participate in discussions in class on a range of topics.
- Develop knowledge and understanding of Chinese culture, history, and literature through the study of aural, written and visual resources.
This module is offered to Chinese dialect speakers (e.g. Cantonese), Chinese speakers who reside outside mainland China and those who speak Chinese at home or as a community language.
In order to register, you will be required to attend an interview.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Demonstrate competence in researching and analysing Chinese-language material with minimal direction from the teacher.
- 2. Communicate fluently, both orally and/or in writing, on complex topics in Mandarin Chinese, using language flexibly and spontaneously for social and professional purposes.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 3. Develop standard Mandarin Chinese with accurate pronunciation and intonation.
- 4. Give a structured oral presentation informed by research of Chinese-language material, on selected topics in a formal style.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Work pro-actively with others as part of a team, react and adapt to some unexpected situations as appropriate and solve problems effectively.
- 6. Makeformal presentation by presenting coherent arguments and expressing and defending opinions on a range of topical and abstract issues confidently and precisely.
Syllabus plan
Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that it will cover some or all of the following topics:
- The Evolution of Mandarin Chinese and Pinyin system and Mandarin pronunciation/intonations.
- Introduction to the writing system of Simplified Chinese characters.
- Cultural comparison between East and West.
- Chinese history and modern Chinese society.
- Chinese literature and Chinese art.
- Confucius and Confucianism.
- Chinese news and world news.
- Laozi and Taoism.
- Technology and the Internet.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 66 | 234 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 66 | Language classes |
| Guided Independent Study | 234 | Consolidation of learning; learning activities are supported by various media, including audio-visual resources, and, where appropriate, computer software. The module is taught in Mandarin Chinese. |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 formative tasks | Variable | 1-6 | Written and/or oral |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 0 | 60 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-class test (Writing) | 20 | 1.5 hours | 1, 2 | Written (and oral upon request) |
| Group Presentation | 20 | 20 minutes (approx. 8 mins per individual) | 2-6 | Written (and oral upon request) |
| Individual Presentation | 20 | 15 minutes | 2-6 | Written (and oral upon request) |
| Research Essay | 40 | 3000 Simplified Chinese characters | 1-2 | Written (and oral upon request) |
| 0 | ||||
| 0 |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-class test (Writing) - 1.5 hours | Written exam - 1.5 hours | 1, 2 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Group presentation - 20 minutes (approx. 8 mins per individual) | Individual presentation (approx. 8 minutes) | 2-6 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Individual Presentation (15 minutes) | Individual Presentation (15 minutes) | 2-6 | Referral/Deferral period |
| Research Essay (3000 Simplified Chinese characters) | Research Essay (3000 Simplified Chinese characters) | 1, 2 | Referral/Deferral period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certified reasons judged as acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
There is no course book for this module and a study pack posted on ELE weekly.
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| Module pre-requisites | Interview to establish level of native / near-native Chinese language skills |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 6 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 05/02/2022 |
| Last revision date | 05/02/2022 |
