CHIN 3304: Readings in Culture

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: CHIN 2002
This course introduces students to selected readings in Chinese culture, through which they expand their vocabulary and learn new grammar. Students also learn about cultural issues within the Chinese context and develop their competence in critical analysis of the issues from a global perspective.

Notes: Readings are in Chinese and discussions are in both Chinese and English.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Cultivate cultural understanding by using the language and exploring authentic Chinese texts.
Enhance reading and translation abilities for Chinese texts.
Broaden vocabulary, familiarize with varied sentence patterns, common usages, and deepen grammar knowledge.
Boost oral reading fluency.