Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2006-2007 (archived)
Module EAST2081: CLASSICAL CHINESE I
Department: EAST ASIAN STUDIES
EAST2081: CLASSICAL CHINESE I
| Type | Open | Level | 2 | Credits | 20 | Availability | Available in 2006/07 | Module Cap | None. | Location | Durham |
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Prerequisites
- At least one year's study abroad or equivalent knowledge of Chinese characters.
Corequisites
- None.
Excluded Combination of Modules
- None.
Aims
- To introduce the basic grammar of classical Chinese and familiarise students with representative examples of early classical texts.
Content
- Initial instruction in grammar followed by unseen texts: prepared translation of a selection of representative early classical texts.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
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Subject-specific Skills:
Key Skills:
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
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Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | |
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| Language Classes | 66 | 66 | |||
| Preparation and Reading | 134 | 134 | |||
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Examination | Component Weighting: 100% | ||
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| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| three-hour written examination | 100% | ||
Formative Assessment:
Regular oral presentation and translation.
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University