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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This is an introductory unit of Chinese Mandarin language (Putonghua) for beginners, with emphasis on the rudiments of Chinese pronunciation and the four tones using the Chinese Pinyin phonetic system. Students will acquire language for simple everyday spoken Mandarin and basic communication skills. The unit also introduces students to key aspects of Chinese culture and tradition. The unit is designed to prepare students for a world where China is emerging as both a regional and world superpower, by enhancing their understanding of the culture, language and society.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 4 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will be required to actively participate in group and individual learning activities in class. Activities are designed to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading comprehension and writing. Contemporary media will be used as a learning tool to enhance cultural understanding and student engagement.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Oral Conversation in Pairs in Mandarin | 20% |
| Test | In-Class Individual Comprehension and Writing Test | 30% |
| Test | In-Class Individual Oral Test in Mandarin. | 20% |
| Examination | Written Exam in Mandarin and Pinyin | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This is an introductory unit of Chinese Mandarin language (Putonghua) for beginners, with emphasis on the rudiments of Chinese pronunciation and the four tones using the Chinese Pinyin phonetic system. Students will acquire language for simple everyday spoken Mandarin and basic communication skills. The unit also introduces students to key aspects of Chinese culture and tradition. The unit is designed to prepare students for a world where China is emerging as both a regional and world superpower, by enhancing their understanding of the culture, language and society.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 4 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will be required to actively participate in group and individual learning activities in class. Activities are designed to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading comprehension and writing. Contemporary media will be used as a learning tool to enhance cultural understanding and student engagement.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Oral Conversation in Pairs in Mandarin | 20% |
| Test | In-Class Individual Comprehension and Writing Test | 30% |
| Test | In-Class Individual Oral Test in Mandarin. | 20% |
| Examination | Written Exam in Mandarin and Pinyin | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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