PLM2330 - Mandarin Chinese Intermediate Two
2022/3 Module description
| Staff | - Convenor |
|---|---|
| Credit Value | 30 |
| ECTS Value | 15 |
| NQF Level | 5 |
| Pre-requisites | Completion of PLM2230 or equivalent |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Duration of Module | Term 1: 11 weeks; Term 2: 11 weeks; |
Module description
Mandarin Chinese Intermediate Two is intended for those who have successfully completed PLM2230 Mandarin Chinese Intermediate One or who have a level broadly of AO / AS (Grade A-B) or an A level (Grade C or below) or equivalent. The module provides a systematic approach to building on essential grammar structures in a communicative context. The module is taught as far as possible in Chinese.
Module aims
The module is appropriate for those who have an AO or AS (grade A-B) in the foreign language, or an A level (grade C or under) or equivalent. This module is between B1 and B2 Independent User of the Common European Framework and aims to:
- Consolidate the essential structures of the target language, developing both vocabulary and range of language structures thus equipping you with the linguistic tools to enable you to communicate effectively in a variety of social situations
- Further develop active and passive language skills, including comprehension skills in listening, productive skills in speaking, reading and writing
- Deepen your understanding and appreciation of the customs, culture and society of the regions/countries in which the languages are spoken and develop your awareness of the general social and cultural background of the language
Mandarin Chinese Intermediate Two can be taken towards achieving ‘with proficiency in Chinese”, see http://humanities.exeter.ac.uk/flc/undergraduate/proficiency/
ILO: Module-specific skills
- 1. Demonstrate competence in the use of an extensive range of grammatical structures of Mandarin
- 2. Read and comprehend written and aural texts of a more technical nature on both concrete and abstract topics in Mandarin
- 3. Communicate confidently and spontaneously in a wide range of situations including more specialised topics, both orally and in writing, and produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects in Mandarin
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
- 4. Understand the principles of learning a foreign language intensively and organise your learning with some guidance from the tutor
- 5. Use available learning aids in a variety of media, such as a reference grammar and bilingual dictionary, to consolidate your learning
ILO: Personal and key skills
- 6. Make a clear, prepared presentation on a general topic and take an active part in discussions, accounting for and sustaining your views
- 7. Make progress through developing skills of self-study and application and develop an awareness of and sensitivity to a foreign culture
Syllabus plan
The module provides a systematic approach to acquiring essential grammar structures in a communicative context and in accordance with the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that it will cover some or all of the following topics:
Main topics
- Chinese culture and customs (drink, food, festivals, wedding, public and privacy)
- China geography
- China climate and weather
- Environmental protection
- Chinese art and calligraphy
- Sports and leisure
- Chinese generation gaps
Main grammar
- The sentence
- Sentences indicating the existence or emergence of something
- The complement of state
- Complex conjunctives
- Structural particles
- Pivotal sentences
- The rhetorical question
- The construction sentences
- Interrogative pronouns of general denotation
- Comparisons
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 66 | 234 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 66 | Language classes |
| Guided Independent Study | 234 | Consolidate class work by learning vocabulary and structures, and by reading, watching or listening to material in Chinese. Prepare exercises and activities for class, write short assignments and generally begin to acquire a repertoire of effective language learning strategies. Learning activities are supported by various media, including audio, video / DVD, and, where appropriate, computer software |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 formative tasks covering some or all of the following areas: grammar, writing, listening, reading, speaking | Variable | 1-7 | Written and oral |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 25 | 25 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 50 | Variable | 1-7 | Written and oral |
| Written Exam | 25 | 1.5 hours | 1-5,7 | Written and oral |
| Oral Exam | 25 | 10-12 minutes | 1, 3-7 | Written and oral |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Portfolio | 1-7 | Referral/deferral period |
| Written Exam | Written Exam | 1-5,7 | Referral/deferral period |
| Oral Exam | Oral Exam | 1, 3-7 | Referral/deferral period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.
You will only be required to retake any failed assessments. Marks for any passed assessments will be carried forward. If you have failed any assessments but managed to pass the module overall, you will not be allowed to retake the failed assessments.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- New Practical Chinese Reader, Vol. 3 (2nd Ed.): Textbook (with MP3 CD) (English and Chinese Edition) by Liu Xun (2011)
- New Practical Chinese Reader, Vol. 3 (2nd Ed): Workbook (with MP3 CD) (English and Chinese Edition) by Liu Xun (2011)
Module has an active ELE page?
Yes
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
- Dictionary: Collins Oxford English/Chinese and Chinese/.English dictionary
Available as distance learning?
No
Origin date
2018
Last revision date
03/10/2022
Key words search
Chinese, Mandarin, Intermediate
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