ADVANCED CHINESE THROUGH MEDIA

ASIALANG 456

Improve listening comprehension, media literacy, speaking, and writing skills. Using various genres of audio-visual media materials, including drama, news, documentaries, talk/variety shows, and advertisements, gain a deeper understanding of contemporary Korean society and culture. Develop listening comprehension skills by watching and listening to authentic Korean media content. Analyze media content critically and develop media literacy skills. Practice speaking and writing skills through engaging discussions and assignments.

ASIALANG 201

Introduces intermediate-level communication skills in varying Chinese settings. Students will learn a wide range of vocabulary, grammar structure and pragmatic usage in situated dialogues. They will improve four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and pragmatic competence through interactive and meaningful in-class activities and after-class assignments. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 202

Introduces intermediate-level communication skills in varying Chinese settings. Students will learn a wide range of vocabulary, grammar structure and pragmatic usage in situated dialogues. They will improve four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and pragmatic competence through interactive and meaningful in-class activities and after-class assignments. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 457

Learn to interpret modified and authentic Chinese reading materials, including textbook articles, news reports, and online posts from various social media. Learn the basics of Chinese writing, and practice planning, writing, and revising Chinese essays. Solidify Chinese reading and writing skills, cultivate wider and deeper perspectives towards Chinese society and culture, and develop insight into one's own language and culture.

ASIALANG 452

Enhance Japanese language proficiency through the study of various genres of audio-visual media, including drama, news, documentary, talk/variety show, and commercials. Primarily focuses on the development of listening comprehension and media literacy, but also provides opportunities to improve ability to express viewpoints through writing and speaking in Japanese.