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CHIN101 Chinese Language 1A

Credit Points 6
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study Online Level
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus C - Internet access required
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus C - Internet access required
Intensive School(s)
Start Finish Attendance Notes
06 April 2010 09 April 2010 Non-Mandatory
Supervised Exam There is a UNE Supervised Examination held at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled.
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions CHIN100
Notes None
Combined Units None
Coordinator(s) Shi Li (shi.li@une.edu.au)
Unit Description

This introductory unit gives students a basic foundation for their study of Modern Standard Chinese. It provides essential grounding in the pronunciation and tonal structure of Chinese, and in the patterns of the language. Students will become familiar with the pinyin romanisation system as well as learning the fundamental principles of writing and reading Chinese characters. They will learn how to participate in simple conversations in Chinese, and will gain a practical understanding of the basic grammatical concepts.
Prescribed Material
Mandatory 		Text(s):

Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material

New Practical Chinese Reader 1: Textbook
ISBN: 9787561910405
Liu Xun, Beijing Language & Culture University Press Latest ed. 2002
Note: Paperback
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
New Practical Chinese Reader 1: Workbook
ISBN: 9787561910429
Liu Xun, Beijing Language Culture University Press 2002
Note: Paperback
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
New Practical Chinese Reader 1: 4 x Audio CDs for Textbook
ISBN: 9787887031952
Liu Xun, Beijing Language & Culture University Press Latest ed. 2002
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
New Practical Chinese Reader 1: 2 x Audio, CDs for Workbook
ISBN: 9787887031969
Liu Xun, Beijing Language & Culture University Press Latest ed. 2002
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
Recommended Material
Optional 		Text(s):

Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library - purchase is optional

How to Study Foreign Languages
ISBN: 9780333736678
Lewis, M., Macmillan Latest ed. 1999
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
The Chinese Language: Its History and Current Usage
ISBN: 9780804838535
Kane, D., Tuttle 2001
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
New Practical Chinese Reader 1: DVD
ISBN: 9787799507903
Chinese Central Radio & TV University Audio & Visual Press
Text refers to: Semester 1 , On and Off Campus
Disclaimer Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Assessment
Title Exam Length Weight Mode No. Words
Language Assignment 1 20%
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-6 GA: 1-3, 6
Language Assignment 2 20%
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 1-6 GA: 1-3, 6
Online Quiz 10%
Assessment Notes
8 short online quizzes, with the option of an extra assignment for those students unable to access these.
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 2-6 GA: 1-3, 6
Final Examination 2 hrs 50%
Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and Graduate Attributes (GA)
LO: 2-6 GA: 1-3, 6

Learning Outcomes (LO) Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. participate in simple conversations in Chinese on topics relating to self, family and study;
  2. recognise and produce the tones of Modern Standard Chinese;
  3. accurately use the pinyin system of romanisation;
  4. explain the principles of the Chinese character writing system;
  5. recognise and write approximately 120 basic Chinese characters;
  6. recognise a further 130 Chinese words and phrases.

Graduate Attributes (GA)
Attribute Taught Assessed Practised
1 Knowledge of a Discipline
This unit provides an introduction to Modern Standard Chinese. 		True True True
2 Communication Skills
Students' communication skills will be enhanced by learning how to communicate appropriately at a basic level in Chinese in a variety of situations. In addition, group discussions online will help to develop communication skills. 		True True True
3 Global Perspectives
Since learning Chinese language gives students an opportunity to learn about Chinese culture and society, this unit will enhance their global perspective. 		True True True
4 Information Literacy
The online component of this unit gives students the chance to practise and improve their information technology skills. 		True True
5 Life-Long Learning
The Chinese language units at UNE are presented in a way that aims to develop students' confidence and skills as a language learner. CHIN101 aims to give them a confident start on the long-term journey towards an understanding of Chinese language and culture. 		True True
6 Problem Solving
Learning how to use a new language involves problem-solving as well as logical thinking and creative thinking. 		True True True
7 Social Responsibility
By developing students' intercultural awareness this unit will also develop their sense of social responsibility. 		True True
8 Team Work
Teamwork is involved in in-class group activities for on-campus students and for off-campus students at the Intensive School. Online discussions encourage a high level of group awareness and support. 		True True True
   

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