LANG 1130
Cantonese for Non-Chinese Language Background Students I
Course Description
This course equips students with the Cantonese communicative competence necessary for living and networking in Hong Kong, thus facilitating their smooth integration into the local community.
Highlights
- Emphasis on daily communication skills
- Exploration of Hong Kong culture
- Interactive and blended learning tasks
Assessments
- Listening Assessment: paper test in class
- Speaking Assessment 1: self-introduction in class
- Speaking Assessment 2: monologue and dialogue with the instructor
Target Students
- Restricted to students from non-Chinese language backgrounds
- No prior knowledge of Cantonese
Learning Experience
Student testimonials
- "The units were well structured and well paced."
- "I enjoyed my Cantonese class. Mh go sai!"