This unit expands students' competency in linguistic skills, paying special attention to complex linguistic structures and expressions used in both spoken and written Chinese, and develops a deeper understanding of Chinese culture and society through reading authentic Chinese materials. In this unit students are introduced to the world of Chinese social issues reflected by literature and journalism. They read popular Chinese novels and study Chinese newspaper reports in detail. Students are also expected to achieve a high level of skill in writing through completing an extended academic essay in Chinese on a contemporary social, cultural or political issue in China. By doing so, students... -- Course Website
Instructor: Assistant Professor Wang Yi
Prerequisites: CHIN1406 Chinese 6 or CHIN2108 Native Speakers II
