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PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES TO TEACHING CHINESE AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE 1

Module code: CN617
Credits: 10
Semester: 1
Department: CHINESE
International:
Coordinator: Dr Zhouxiang Lu (CHINESE)

	Overview
	This module will begin with a thorough review of the theoretical achievements of foreign language pedagogies, with a particular focus on Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (TCFL). Then, we will explore how to create effective and interactive lessons using language teaching methods, authentic materials, and information and communications technology (ICT) in TCFL classrooms. This module aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the structures of Mandarin Chinese by familiarizing them with the terminology and concepts of a grammatical meta-language. The emphasis of this module is on language analysis, improving students' awareness of the structures of Mandarin Chinese, and helping them become more effective teachers of the language.

Overview

This module will begin with a thorough review of the theoretical achievements of foreign language pedagogies, with a particular focus on Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (TCFL). Then, we will explore how to create effective and interactive lessons using language teaching methods, authentic materials, and information and communications technology (ICT) in TCFL classrooms. This module aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the structures of Mandarin Chinese by familiarizing them with the terminology and concepts of a grammatical meta-language. The emphasis of this module is on language analysis, improving students' awareness of the structures of Mandarin Chinese, and helping them become more effective teachers of the language.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Understand and analyse key issues of TCFL pedagogy in relation to general theories of foreign language acquisition. Identify and explain the needs of TCFL learners. Select and use appropriate tasks, teaching methods, and learning strategies for learners. Design a specific lesson with reference to contemporary methodology and theories of TCFL. Reflect critically on their own teaching philosophy and practice.

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Final Assignment can be resubmitted in the Autumn examination session. Other continuous assessment marks are carried forward.

	Timetable
	This timetable is not currently available, please contact the Chinese Department.

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