\r\n\tThis is an intermediate Chinese module which is a continuation of LAC2201, Chinese 2. It consists of three main components, conversation, grammar and Chinese character learning. Another 160 Chinese characters and 260 phrases will be introduced. Students are also required to give short speeches and project presentations in the tutorials. Students' language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing are further strengthened.
\r\n","Order":1},{"ID":"1e5f053b-8835-4692-be49-41f07234cfff","Title":"Learning Outcomes","Description":"\n\tThis is an intermediate Chinese module which is a continuation of LAC2201, Chinese 2. It consists of three main components, conversation, grammar and Chinese character learning. Another 160 Chinese characters and 260 phrases will be introduced. Students are also required to give short speeches and project presentations in the tutorials. Students' language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing are further strengthened.
\r\n\tThis course consists of 3 components:
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\r\n\t1. Conversation: Students practice conversational skills by using new words, phrases, sentences they learned from textbooks.
\r\n\t2. Grammar: Students learn grammar in less formal way by practicing in conversations.
\r\n\t3. Chinese characters: The origins, strokes, meanings, pronunciation and usage of Chinese characters and phrases will be taught.
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\r\n","Order":3},{"ID":"1ea04170-8c77-46b3-880c-3bc26125cb99","Title":"Assessment Breakdown","Description":"This is a 100% CA module. We will not have exam during the University exam period. All assessments will be done during the learning period.| \r\n\t\t\t\tTest (Vocab, Grammar, Listening Comprehension) | \r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t35% | \r\n\t\t
| \r\n\t\t\t\tQuiz and Oral Test | \r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t25% | \r\n\t\t
| \r\n\t\t\t\tProject and Assignments | \r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t25% | \r\n\t\t
| \r\n\t\t\t\tClass Performance | \r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t15% | \r\n\t\t
| \r\n\t\t\t\t | \r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t100% | \r\n\t\t
\r\n\tPrerequisites: Passed LAC2201 or LAC2202 or placement test
\r\n\tPreclusions: LAC3201CN, G.C.E. 'O' Level Chinese, Higher Chinese at G.C.E. 'O' Level, G.C.E. 'AO' Level Chinese or equivalent
\r\n","Order":5},{"ID":"3e5f053b-8835-4692-be49-41f07234cfff","Title":"Teaching Modes","Description":"\r\n\tThe instructional language for this module is mostly Chinese and partially English.
\r\n\r\n\tThis module consists of two parts: lecture and tutorial. Students taking this module must attend one lecture (1.35 hours) and one tutorial (1.35 hours) every week.
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\r\n\tPrepare and review are necessary if students want to keep up with the class. You should always prepare (memorize the new words before you come to class) and review (go through what you have learned in classes after). Students should be ready to devote 4-6 hours study time each week in this module.
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\r\n\t2 lecture hours per week.
\r\n\t2 tutorial hours per week.
\r\n\t0 lab hours per week.
\r\n\t2 hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc per week.
\r\n\t4 hours for preparatory work by a student per week.
\n\tStudents are required to check IVLE regularly to find out all the important information such as dates of exercise submission, project, quiz, test, exam, etc.
\n\n\tAttendance is compulsory! No make up quizzes or tests will be given unless with a valid medical leave proof. Late submission of exercise will be counted 0. If you forsee that you will not be present for a specific tutorial, you may ask your friend to submit the exercise for you to avoid being marked as 0.
\n\n\tIt is strongly recommended that students preview and review the learning materials before and after class.
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\n\n\tClasses are conducted in various ways including vocabulary introduction, short texts reading, grammar and character practicing, storytelling, etc.
\n\tAs this is a 100% CA module, students have to be well-prepared for quizzes, tests, projects, etc. during the process of learning.
\n","Order":9},{"ID":"b97f0a1f-b72f-4011-8925-4fc7ce510770","Title":"Textbook and Workbook","Description":"\r\n\tThe textbook and workbook will be available for purchasing at the first lecture on 11 and 12 Aug 2015. Please bring along money during your lecture classes for purchasing the teaching materials. A set is S$45.00
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\r\n\tThe set of textbook package includes:
\r\n\t1) New Practical Chinese Reader 2 Textbook + MP3 (2nd edition)
\r\n\t2) New Practical Chinese Reader 2 Workbook + MP3 (2nd edition)
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\r\n\tIf you miss the chance, please contact the bookseller by emailing to textbuku@yahoo.com.sg
\r\n\tPlease indicate the subject as “text books order by NUS”.
\r\n\tThe text DVD is available at the Central Library if you would like to watch it again after classes.
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