LANG 2170
Chinese Communication Skills for Humanities & Social Science Studies
Course Description
LANG2170 equips students with key academic writing, critical reading, and oral presentation skills. Students explore China-related topics from interdisciplinary perspectives while adhering to academic integrity.
Highlights
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Academic writing and critical analysis
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Effective oral presentation skills
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Focus on ethics and interdisciplinary approaches
Main Assessments
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Oral presentation on proposed inquiry topic, objectives and goals
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Academic writing - Literature analysis and review
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Academic writing - Critical analysis and review of a study
Target Students
- Second-year Global China Studies (GCS) students
Learning Experience
Course outcomes
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Strong academic writing and critical analysis skills
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Improved oral presentation abilities
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Broader understanding of China from diverse perspectives
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Essential communication skills for academic and professional success
Student testimonials
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"This course has greatly sharpened my academic writing skills."
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"This course is very interesting, and the additional materials are useful for completing assignments."