Course Objectives
Learning purposes :
By learning the Chinese language and Chinese affairs, students will deepen their understanding of China as a country with which Japan has a close relationship. To acquire the ability to discard cultural prejudices and contribute to international exchange.
Course Objectives :
１．Be able to read intermediate level Chinese texts and communicate simply in Chinese.
２．To understand Chinese culture and society, to understand and tolerate the aspects that are different from those of Japan, and to have a spirit of cooperation and coexistence with them.
◎３．To understand the existence of other cultures and be able to consider the thoughts and actions that Japan and Japanese people should adopt.
Rubric
| Excellent | Good | Acceptable | Not acceptable |
| Achievement 1 | Able to read intermediate level Chinese texts and communicate simply in Chinese. | Able to read Chinese texts at a beginner level and communicate simply in Chinese. | Can read simple Chinese sentences. Or, be able to have a simple exchange using Chinese. | Not reached left. |
| Achievement 2 | To understand Chinese culture and society, to understand and tolerate the aspects that are different from those of Japan, and to have a spirit of cooperation and coexistence with them. | To understand Chinese culture and society, and to understand and tolerate aspects that are different from those in Japan. | To understand the culture and society of China, and to appreciate the aspects that are different from those of Japan. | Not reached left. |
| Achievement 3 | To understand the existence of other cultures and be able to consider the thoughts and actions that Japan and Japanese people should adopt. | To understand the existence of other cultures and to consider the actions that should be taken by Japan and Japanese people. | To be able to think about the thoughts and actions that Japan and Japanese people should take in relation to other cultures. | Not reached left. |
Assigned Department Objectives
Teaching Method
Outline:
General or Specialized : General
Field of learning : Foreign culture
Foundational academic disciplines : Chinese/Oriental History/Chinese Philosophy/Chinese Literature
Relationship with Educational Objectives :
This class is equivalent to "(6) By attending off-campus training, special lectures on advanced technology, study groups, etc., and also by coordinating with the regional community, students come to understand the importance of a global perspective."
Relationship with JABEE programs :
The main goal of learning / education in this class is "(F).
Course outline :
Learning Chinese using textbooks. In addition, lectures on Chinese culture and society will be given.
Style:
"Course method :
Learn intermediate level Chinese using textbooks. Mini test will be given every hour to ensure that the students have learned the material. Chinese culture and society will also be lectured on, so learners will research and present their own interests.
Grade evaluation method :
Regular exam (60%) + Presentation (20%) + Peer review (10%) + Mini test (10%)
For those whose grades are below 60 at the end of the semester and whose attendance and class attitude are good, a retest will be administered after giving advance instructions. The result of the reexamination shall be read as the result of the said regular examination with a maximum final grade of 60 points.
Notice:
Precautions on the enrollment :
Based on "Environmental Science" studied in the fifth year of the program, this course is designed to cultivate a multifaceted perspective necessary for international exchange through the study of the Chinese language and Chinese affairs. 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 :
Since this is an intermediate level Chinese course, it is recommended that students have taken a Theory of Cross-cultural Society Ⅰ・Ⅱ or have studied basic Chinese. Those who have not yet studied Chinese and wish to take the course should come to the person in charge for consultation during the first semester.
As a preparatory study, students should pay attention to the news about China and Taiwan.
The course is required for the bachelor's degree, so students should be well aware of this.
Foundational subjects : World History (1st year), Politics and Economy (2nd), a Theory of Cross-cultural Society Ⅰ(4th), a Theory of Cross-cultural Society Ⅰ(4th), a Theory of Cross-cultural Society Ⅱ(4th)
Related subjects : Practice on International Communication (Advanced 1st year), Social Sciences (Advanced 2nd)
Attendance advice :
If you are late for the start time, you will be treated as absent after 20 minutes.
Participate actively in classes and submit assignments on time.
The use of cell phones or smart phones during class is not allowed.
Characteristics of Class / Division in Learning
Course Plan
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Theme |
Goals |
| 1st Semester |
| 1st Quarter |
| 1st |
During class time : Lesson１
Outside class time : Pick up some of your own interests in Chinese culture. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 2nd |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson２
Outside class time : Find materials on matters of your own interest. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 3rd |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson３
Outside class time : Read materials on matters of your interest. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 4th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson４
Outside class time : Read materials on matters of your interest. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 5th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson５
Outside class time : Decide on your own presentation theme and begin research and study. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 6th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson６
Outside class time : Research your own presentation theme. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 7th |
(mid‐term test) |
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| 8th |
During class time : Mini test，Return of answer sheets and explanations，Lesson７
Outside class time : Research your own presentation theme. |
During class time : Deepen your understanding of the issues you haven't studied yet. Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 2nd Quarter |
| 9th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson８
Outside class time : Research your own presentation theme. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 10th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson９
Outside class time : Research your own presentation theme. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 11th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson１０
Outside class time : Summarize research on your presentation theme and prepare presentation materials. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 12th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson１１
Outside class time : Summarize research on your presentation theme and prepare presentation materials. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 13th |
During class time : Mini test，Lesson１２
Outside class time : Summarize research on your presentation theme and prepare presentation materials. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 14th |
During class time : Give a presentation on each of your interests．
Outside class time : Summarize the questions and advice that came up during the presentation. |
During class time : Understand and be able to operationalize the structure of the Chinese language. To deepen understanding of Chinese culture.
Outside class time : Review and consolidate what has been learned in class.
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| 15th |
(Term-end examination) |
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| 16th |
Summary |
Summarize and think about the future of Japan-China relations.
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Evaluation Method and Weight (%)
| Examination | Presentation | Peer review | Mini test | Total |
| Subtotal | 60 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 100 |
| Basic Proficiency | 60 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 100 |
| Specialized Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cross Area Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |