Course DescriptionThis is a credit-bearing Cantonese course for UST undergraduates of non-Chinese speaking background who are beginners in the learning of Cantonese. It will equip students with the Cantonese proficiency and communication competence necessary for living and networking in Hong Kong, thus facilitating their smooth integration into the local community. The learning activities involve developing students’ listening and speaking skills in an attempt to build learners’ confidence and fluency in using Cantonese for daily communication. |
Intended Learning OutcomesStudents will develop the ability to use Cantonese to communicate appropriately and effectively. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
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Course Contents
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Course Assessment Scheme
Components |
Details |
% of course work |
Due Date |
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Assessment 1Listening & Speaking |
Recorded speech |
20% | Week 8 |
Assessment 2Project Writing |
Research report (1000 words) |
20% | Week 13 |
Assessment 3Listening & Speaking |
Monologue (1.5 mins) |
30% | Week 13 |
Listening assignmentsListening & |
Submit the completed listening assignments on Canvas etc. |
10% | Throughout the semester |
Speaking assignmentsListening & |
Participate in the discussions and speaking assignments on Canvas by submitting recording, giving feedback, answering questions raised by other students, etc. |
10% | Throughout the semester |
Participation* |
Punctuality, preparation, initiative, participation, etc. |
10% | Throughout the semester |
*Students are expected to participate actively in class and to achieve at least 80% attendance. Otherwise, students will fail the course.
Course Instructors |
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Course leader: | Monica Jim |
Instructors: | Monica Jim Lee Hoi Ming Crystal Chan |
Course Materials
Handouts will be posted on Canvas.