Theory of Cross-cultural Society Ⅱ

Course Information

College Tsuyama College Year 2021
Course Title Theory of Cross-cultural Society Ⅱ
Course Code 0107 Course Category Specialized / Elective
Class Format Lecture Credits Academic Credit: 2
Department Department of Integrated Science and Technology Electrical and Electronic Systems Program Student Grade 4th
Term Second Semester Classes per Week 2
Textbook and/or Teaching Materials Textbooks : "Rikei no Tameno Chugokugo Nyuumon" (Koubun Shuppan), Distribution prints, Reference books : "Chinese-Japanese dictionary" (any publisher can be used)
Instructor SUGIYAMA Akira

Course Objectives

Learning purposes :
Learn basic Chinese.
Learn Chinese culture behind the Chinese language.
Cultivate a mind that tolerates different cultures.

Course Objectives :
1. To acquire a functional ability of Chinese from the beginning
2. To understand the values of modern Chinese society and Chinese people.
◎3 . To cultivate an attitude that recognises the existence of people who have a different culture from Japan.
4. To improve students' ability to think through reading various texts of modern Japanese literature.
5. To acquire conventional knowledge about Japanese language.
6. To learn classical literature, hone sensibility, and deepen knowledge of Japanese culture.

Rubric

ExcellentGoodAcceptableNot acceptable
Achievement 1Understand the basic grammar in Chinese and using about 600 words as a beginner correctly.Understand the basic grammar in Chinese and using about 400 words as a beginner. Understand the basic grammar in Chinese and using about 300 words as a beginner in general.No understanding the basic grammar nor using basic Chinese.
Achievement 2Show an Interest in Han people's culture and Chinese society and makes an effort to understand.Understand Han people's culture and Chinese society without prejudice.Understand Han people's culture and Chinese Society.Not showing interests or acceptance of Han People's Culture and Chinese Society.
Achievement 3Understand people with different cultures and acquire an acceptable attitude.Acquire an attitude of accepting and tolerating the existence of people with cultures different from your own.Understand the existence of people with cultures different from your own.Dose not show interest in accepting peaple with a culture different from your own.

Assigned Department Objectives

Teaching Method

Outline:
General or Specialized : Specialized
Field of learning : Foreign language
Foundational academic disciplines : Human literature /Literature・Linguistics

Relationship with Educational Objectives :
This class is equivalent to "(7) Develop communication and presentation abilities", "(1) Cultivate human creative talent, rich in practical abilities", and "(5) Attain a global perspective and understanding of social development"

Relationship with JABEE programs :
The main goal of learning / education in this class is "(F) F-1", also "F-2"and"D-3"are involved.

Course outline :
In order to acquire the operational ability of Chinese, lectures, conversation practice, confirmation tests, etc. are performed. In the lecture, we will introduce the traditional culture of China and the situation of modern society.
Style:
Course method :
Use texts to give lectures and training. As a general rule, a small test is performed every hour. In addition to grammar and sentence types, there will also be a focus on listening, pronunciation practice, and cultural introduction.

Grade evaluation method :
Evaluated by regular examination (70%) + mini test (10%) + oral examination at the time of class (10%) + assignment report (10%). However, the assignment report can be substituted by participating in training in China or Taiwan sponsored by our school and other technical colleges.
Notice:
Precautions on the enrollment :
Students must take this class (no more than one-third of the required number of class hours missed) and earn the credit in order to complete the 4th year course. This is a class that requires study outside of class hours. A total of 45 hours of study is required per credit, including both class time and study outside class time. Follow the instructions of the instructor regarding study outside of class hours.

Course advice :
Review the contents and establish knowledge for the next class. Chinese is difficult to pronounce, so
Listen to the attached CD repeatedly and often. Always make an effort to get interested in China. You may buy a dictionary, if not obligatory.

Foundational subjects : Japanese Ⅰ (1st year), Japanese Ⅱ (2nd), Japanese Ⅲ (3rd)
Related subjects : Theory of Japanese Culture (4th year)

Attendance advice :
If you are late for the start time, you will be treated as absent after 20 minutes.
If you are absent, submit a notification of absence or official notification of absence. If there is no notification of absence, the mini test of the week will be 0 points.
Submit assignments on time.
Try to improve your thinking and expressiveness by reviewing and practicing various sentences on a daily basis.
Use of a dictionary on a mobile phone or smartphone during classes is not allowed

Characteristics of Class / Division in Learning

Active Learning
Aided by ICT
Applicable to Remote Class
Instructor Professionally Experienced
Elective must complete subjects

Course Plan

Theme Goals
2nd Semester
3rd Quarter
1st Guidance
Review Nyuumon Lesson8
Get an overview of the class and understand Nyuumonn Lesson8 again.
2nd Mini Test. Nyuumon Lesson9 Learn and understand Nyuumon Lesson9
3rd Mini Test. Nyuumon Lesson9 and Lesson10. Learn and understand Nyuumon Lesson9 and Lesson10.
4th Mini Test. Nyuumon Lesson10 Learn and understand Nyuumon Lesson10.
5th Mini Test. Nyuumon Lesson11 . Learn and understand Nyuumon Lesson11.
6th Mini Test. Nyuumon Lesson11 . Guidance About Hatten Text. Learn and understand Nyuumon Lesson11 and understand about HattenText.
7th Mini Test. Hatten Lesson1. Learn and understand Hatten Lesson1.
8th mid-term exam
4th Quarter
9th Returning and explaining the exam Description of the assignment report. Take an exam and check your own understanding.
10th Hatten Lesson2 . Learn and understand Hatten Lesson2.
11th Mini Test. Hatten Lesson2 and Lesson3. Learn and understand Hatten Lesson2 and Lesson3.
12th Mini Test. Hatten Lesson3. Learn and understand Hatten Lesson3.
13th Mini Test. Hatten Lesson4. Learn and understand Hatten Lesson4.
14th Mini Test. Hatten Lesson4 and Lesson5. Learn and understand Hatten Lesson4 and Lesson5.
15th Final Exam.
16th Return and commentary of exam answers Take an exam and check your own understanding.

Evaluation Method and Weight (%)

Examinationoral practicemini testproblem reportTotal
Subtotal70101010100
Basic Proficiency70101010100
Specialized Proficiency00000
Cross Area Proficiency00000