Chinese
Jen-Mei Ma, Professor, Chair
B.A., Fu-jen, Taiwan; M.A., M.Ph., Ph.D., Kansas
In most years, an exchange scholar from Huazhong Normal University in Wuhan, China, teaches the 300- and 400-level courses and participates in scheduled conversation practice with all courses.
Minor in Chinese.
21 credits including 201-202-203, 301- 302-303, and one of 205, 305, or History 350, 351.
Major in Asian Studies.
See Asian Studies.
Courses (CHNS)
101-102-103 First-Year Chinese (3+3+3)
Fundamentals of spoken and written Mandarin Chinese. Basic grammatical patterns and practical conversation skills with an emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing.
106 Chinese and Japanese Calligraphy (1)
Introduction to the writing, from China and Japan, of both Hanzi and Kana. The course consists of initial presentation of the historical background and hands-on practice in mastering the art of writing characters. Also Japanese 106.
109 Functional Language for the Asian Term (1)
A brief introduction to Chinese and Japanese based on conversation and reading in common situations, such as shopping, ordering food and travel. Pass/No Credit grading only. Also Japanese 109. Prerequisite: acceptance to the Asian Term program.
110-111 Accelerated First-Year Chinese (4.5+4.5)
This is the beginning year of Chinese language, taught in two terms instead of the usual three. Registrants should have high motivation, commitment and linguistic flair. Offered only under special circumstances, such as after the fall term in Asia.
201-202-203 Second-Year Chinese (3+3+3)
Continuation of first-year Chinese; mastery of new vocabulary, conversational skills, grammatical structure of modern Chinese; reading of contemporary short essays and newspaper articles; additional mastery of Chinese characters. Prerequisite: 103.
205 (PH,G) Chinese Culture (3)
An overview of Chinese culture. Emphasis will be placed on various aspects within Chinese society, including religions, literature, art, language and philosophy. Readings are supplemented by audiovisual material, discussions and projects.
300 (PA) Chinese Literati Art (3)
Introduction to the essence of Chinese literati culture. Appreciation and practice of the Three Perfections: calligraphy, poetry and painting.
301-302-303 Third-Year Chinese (3+3+3)
Continuation of second-year Chinese, with increased emphasis on modern Chinese conversation and written characters. Reading materials of selected literature masterpieces will be added. Prerequisite: 203.
305 (PH,G) Chinese Culture (3)
Meets with 205 but expects extra in-depth work incorporating Chinese language text. Also encourages critical thinking and creativity through analysis of various aspects of Chinese society. Prerequisite: 103 or by consent of instructor.
312 Readings in Chinese Literature (3 or 5)
Offered only in conjunction with the Augustana Exchange Program in Wuhan, P.R.C.
401-402-403 Current Chinese (3+3+3)
Transition from textbooks to the language of film, video, newspapers and magazines. Guided research on current topics and access to media. Prerequisite: 303.
(800) 798-8100
639, 38th Street
Rock Island, Illinois 61201
United States
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