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  • CHIN 203: Intermediate Chinese 1

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops further the four language skills through extensive and intensive practice in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Chinese language is taught in its cultural contexts, including history, culture, diversity, and comparison with studentsn++ native communication cultures. The course develops communicative language proficiency at the Intermediate-Low and Intermediate-Mid sublevels (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate Chinese-speaking cultures.
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  • CHIN 204: Intermediate Chinese II

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Reinforces and expands the material covered in CHIN102 (Introductory Chinese II) or CHI203 (Intermediate Chinese I) by utilizing a multi-skill approach: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. A key objective in this course is to encourage students to speak as much Chinese in the classroom as possible. Chinese language is taught in its cultural contexts, including history, literature, visual arts. The course develops communicative language proficiency at the Intermediate-Mid sublevel (according to ACTFL proficiency scale).
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  • CHIN 211: Chinese Hstry Cult

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Presents the history of Chinese culture and civilization from its beginnings to the present, with emphasis on art, literature, ideas, historical events, and cultural exchanges. Students gain insights in the cultural history of China, including geography, society, politics, philosophy, art, literature, and the sciences.This course is taught in English.
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  • CHIN 212: Chinese Film and Lit

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Explores the role of literature, cinema, print and electronic media in shaping society in China. Students learn how to analyze literary and visual texts using appropriate techniques and methods.Students examine the relationship between literature, film, media, culture, and politics. Special attention is paid to contemporary literary works, cinema, media, and the Internet. This course is taught in English.
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  • CHIN 380: Special Topics

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides focused examination of selected topics related to China. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in China are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the region.
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  • CHIN 393: Chinese Indep Study

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides focused examination of selected topics related to China. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in China are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the regions.
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  • CHIN 490: Advanced Chinese Conversation

    6.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Offered as a study-abroad course. Students take this course at Beijing Normal University or an equivalent institution approved by the Department of Languages and Cultures. Develops comprehensive language skills through intensive practice and immersion in cultural, historical, and daily-life contexts. CHIN490 stresses conversational skills, develops communicative language proficiency at the Advanced-low level (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate Chinese-speaking cultures.
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  • CHIN 491: Advanced Chinese Reading

    6.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Offered as a study-abroad course. Students take this course at Beijing Normal University or an equivalent institution approved by the Department of Languages and Cultures. Develops comprehensive language skills through intensive practice and immersion in cultural, historical, and daily-life contexts. CHIN491 stresses reading skills, develops communicative language proficiency at the Advanced-low level (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate Chinese cultures through reading.
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  • CHIN 492: Advanced Chinese Listening

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops comprehensive language skills through intensive practice and immersion in cultural, historical, and daily-life contexts. CHIN492 stresses listening skills, develops communicative language proficiency at the Advanced-low level (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate Chinese cultures through reading. CHIN492 is a study-abroad course. Students must take this course at Beijing Normal University or an equivalent institution approved by the Department of Languages and Cultures.
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  • CHLS 244: Play Cre & The Arts

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces students to current practices and approaches for using creativity and imagination to plan, produce, refine, and critique various works that integrate play, creativity, and the arts for children, youth, and adolescents. Students will explore the relationship between play, creativity, and the arts when planning, creating, critiquing, and sharing various creative works.
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