Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Shirley Chan
Contact via shirley.chan@mq.edu.au
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
6cp at 200 level including CHN209
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is designed for students who are Chinese background speakers or those who possess a similar level of Chinese to the HSC Chinese for Background Speakers. The unit aims to explore and evaluate Chinese cultural and social experience as part of an emerging global civilisation. Students will be introduced to key concepts, theories and frameworks that are integral to the analysis of Chinese culture and society, and related topics including government, economics, society, philosophy, religion, arts, literature and science. We will examine the challenges that arise as China adapts ancient values to contemporary society. Particular attention will be paid to the discussions of Confucian practices and institutions appropriate for the modern era, and the analysis of key social and cultural issues in contemporary China.
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Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Name | Weighting | Due |
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Written assignments | 60% | Week 7 and Week 12 |
Group presentation | 20% | Weeks 4-12 |
Class participation/discussion | 20% | Every week |
Due: Week 7 and Week 12
Weighting: 60%
Students will complete two 2000 word essays (one written in Chinese 30% due on Friday, Week 7; one written in English 30% due on Friday, Week 12). Details for topics will be posted on iLearn.
These assignments should be your own original work. Plagiarism is not acceptable (For further information and advice, see www.student.mq.edu.au/plagiarism). You marks will be determined by but not limited to:
a) Grasp of the task and focus. Are you really answering the question(s)? Is there a well-defined framework or scope of argumentation?
b) Knowledge of content and research. For example, is there a well-developed argument? Does the essay reflect a clear, insightful knowledge of the topic in a clear and critical analysis? Does the written work reflect a substantial and skilful research effort? The essay may incorporate text materials linked together with your own commentary and conclusions. This will involve research activities such as locating materials, books and journal articles.
c) Creativity and judgement. Does the essay show good judgement in the selection or arrangement of materials? Is there an evidence to support your argument?
d) Communication and presentation. Does the work show a mastery of the technical aspects of writing an essay? What will be assessed here also include such matters as grammar, punctuations, spelling, presentation of source citations, etc.
e) Referencing and ethical use of materials. All cited works needs to be properly acknowledged. Is referencing consistent and precise?
Note: All written assignments have to be submitted by the due date via Turnitin and a hard copy to the Arts Faculty's Assignment box for Chinese studies.
Marking rubric will be posted on the iLearn.
Requests for assignment extensions due to unavoidable and unforseen circumstances of less than three days duration (eg short term illness or misadventure) must be made to the convenor before the due date if possible, or immediately after the disruption. Approvals of extensions must be noted on the assignment cover sheet. Note that other assessment commitments will not be considered grounds for an extension.
Assignments that are handed in later than the due date, where no extension has been granted, or are handed in later than the extension date without being granted further extension or special consideration will be penalised.
Late submission of the essays will result in a penalty of 5% of the total value of the essay towards unit assessment each day (including weekends). The essay will not be marked after a period of five calendar days of non-submission.
If your performance has been affected for a period of 3 days or more as a result of serious unavoidable disruption or illness, you are advised to inform the unit convenor and tutor of the problem at the earliest possible opportunity. You must supply documentary evidence of the extended disruption and submit an Application for Special Consideration. (see below).
No assessment work will be accepted for marking beyond 07 June 2013 unless you have submitted an Application for Special Considerationwith adequate and appropriate supporting evidence and have been granted special consideration. Please note that requests for special consideration for long term or serious reasons are not granted automatically, and are reserved for unforeseen and serious circumstances such as prolonged & chronic illness, hospitalisation or bereavement in your immediate family which have affected your performance over the course of the semester; or in cases of unavoidable disruption or misadventure during the formal examination period. If you believe that you qualify for special consideration, please contact the teaching staff as soon as is practically possible and lodge the application.
http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/special_consideration/policy.html
Required and recommended resources
Readings in research and translation methodologies, see also:
Writing a Research Paper
An excellent guide from Purdue University
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/658/03/
There are many more guides available online as well as in the library.
The university runs a series workshop on learnings skills and completing assignments. Please check the following link for details. Students are strongly encouraged to attend the workshops:
http://www.students.mq.edu.au/support/learning_skills/undergraduate/workshops/
Due: Weeks 4-12
Weighting: 20%
There will be one group (two-person) presentation. In the beginning of the semester, you will be asked to choose a tutorial topic. You are expected to lead a discussion on your chosen topic for that week. Your oral presentation is expected to be 6-7 minutes in length (no more than 4 min each person). You have to finish your presentation within the time limit or marks will be deducted. The group project should reflect the collective efforts of every member of your group. You should be prepared for the rest of the class to raise questions. You will need to prepare a 2 page report which needs to be handed in.
In preparing to lead discussion, you may wish to consider the following questions:
1) What are the readings about?
2) What are the main points being argued?
3) What evidence is marshalled to support the author’s argument?
4) Do you agree/disagree with the arguments put forward in the readings?
5) What did you find most interesting about the topic or the reading?
6) How does this discussion contribute to your understanding/knowledge of Chinese culture and society?
每周课堂演讲以及演讲报告可参考的相关问题:
1)阅读材料的内容是什么?
2)阅读材料的主要观点是什么?
3)哪些证据可以支持作者的观点?
4)你是否赞成阅读材料中所提出的观点?
5)你认为阅读材料或相关论点中最吸引你的部分是什么?
6)该论点或相关材料如何帮你了解中国文化和中国社会?
Due: Every week
Weighting: 20%
Class attendance and participation in discussion is required. Participation will be marked on attendance, willingness to participate in class discussion, preparation and performance of reading and responding to questions. Students are expected to be well prepared in order to participate in class discussion – this will ensure good use of class time as well as improving your learning skills and sharing your knowledge with others.Class attendance and participation is expected and will be part of the assessment. This means you not only come and sign in the class but come well prepared and participate in class discussion. You need to read the assigned reading material and think about the topics and share your thought with others. Your marks for class attendance and performance will be determined by
a) Whether you attend class regularly or not;
b) How much effort you have taken to prepare for the class;
c) How actively you participate in class discussion; and
d) How helpful your comments are on the work of our fellow students.
This is a 300 level unit which forms part of the major in Chinese. Students admitted to this class should have completed CHN209. Students should attend all classes with strong emphasis on student engagement. To benefit the most from the course, students are required to be active, responsible participants in their own learning, and to develop independent analytical and research skills in Chinese culture and society by reading and analysing both Chinese and English sources which should not be confined to the recommended reading list. Students should complete assessments on time by following instructions. Essays and assignments will be written in Chinese and English although class discussions will be in Chinese and explained in English if necessary. Students should check iLearn regularly http://ilearn.mq.edu.au/my/ under the unit concerned, for announcements and resource information posted by the convenor.
Recommended textbooks and references:
Bell, Daniel A., Yan Xuetong. et al. Ancient Chinese Thought, Modern Chinese Power. Princeton University Press. (Available in the Co-op Bookshop)
Ropp, Paul, S. Heritage of China: Contemporary Perspective on Chinese Civilization. University of California Press. (Available in the Co-op Bookshop)
張向東,《當代社會問題》,中國審計出版社,中國社會出版社。
[美] 帕里羅等,《當代社會問題》。
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Discussions |
Assessment |
Week 1 |
Introduction: Theories and theoretical frameworks
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Definitions, characteristics, categorization of social and cultural issues. |
Class participation/discussion |
Week 2 |
An overview: Contemporary Chinese culture and society |
Examples of social issues in China and the challenge The problems and the solutions?
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Class participation/discussion |
Week3 |
Environmental issues I
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Examples of social issues in China and the challenge
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 4 |
Environmental issues II
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The problems and the solutions?
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 5 |
Population I |
Examples of the social issues in China and the challenge
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 6 |
Population II |
The problems and the solutions?
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 7 |
Unemployment I |
Examples of social issues in China and the challenge;
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Essay draft due on Friday by 4:30pm Class participation/discussion |
Week 8 |
Unemployment II |
The problems and the solutions?
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 9 |
Poverty and social welfare I
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Examples of social issues in China and the challenge;
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 10 |
Poverty and social welfare II |
The problems and the solutions?
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 11 |
Marriage and family issues I |
Examples of social issues in China and the challenge;
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Class participation/discussion |
Week 12 |
Marriage and family issues II |
The problems and the solutions?
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Class participation/discussion Essay due on Friday by 4:30pm |
Week 13 |
Crime vs social ethics |
Review and feedback |
Group project/presentation Class participation/discussion |
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Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html
Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html
Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html
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Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.
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