1. Brief Introduction
- We focus on the learner, as good curriculum is best determined by the real-life needs of the learners. We use a variety of techniques such as conversing about media events, weibo, bbs and blogs, TV shows and films. While effectiveness of the curriculum is monitored by checking student performance on the real-life business tasks laid out in the curriculum, a curriculum and classroom are to be truly learner-centered. The act of reading itself is an activity that learners can do quite effectively on their own and outside of the classroom.
- Through performance, learners gain knowledge and understanding of the cultures of the Chinese-speaking world. Learners connect with other disciplines and acquire business information. Learners develop insight into the nature of languages and business cultures. Learners participate in bilingual communities around the world. Learners understand not only what to say, but how to behave in a variety of communicative situations. Business movie performances are the vehicles we use, to bring business culture into the classroom. Contextualization is the method we use to help clients practice using the language in a variety of different business situations.
2. Entry Level
- Chinese Pop Culture 101 A:For those businessmen or managers who can converse freely about specific business topics and give a presentation about their work or a topic; equivalent to 2 years of university level.
- Chinese Pop Culture 101 B:For those businessmen or managers who can converse freely about specific business topics and give a presentation about their work or a topic; equivalent to 2-3 years of university level.
3. Learning Objectives
- Chinese Pop Culture 101 A: This course uses a variety of techniques such as conversing about media events, weibo, bbs and blogs, TV shows and films. These topics will be taught in practice using actual media material. The goal is develop the ability to express in-depth business opinions and views. We will design this course related to learners’ profession area. The course will be designed every week according to the newest event happened on weibo, bbs and blogs, TV shows and films. We will make sure you will always learn newest pop business words.
- Chinese Pop Culture 101 B: Learners develop the ability to express themselves in a formal business setting and to articulate good business reports. There is a focus on the work style of Chinese businesspeople and more complex business expressions. The course covers specifics like international trade, stock markets and management communication. These topics are taught in practice, drawing upon a variety of contemporary media events and prevalent topics in the news. Most course content is brought into context by video performances, setting the stage for learners to practice business communication.
- Through role play and changes in variables introduced in each video, learners gain experience with a broader and highly contextualized world of communication. As performances evolve, both linguistically and in terms of behavior, it’s important for learners to understand that when one business element is changed, it affects the way communication and behavior are learned. It is imperative that learners understand the linguistic nuances demonstrated in video performances. A video dialog performance is not simply a recitation of memorized strings of language. It involves actually pretending that one is participating in the business communicative situation. This involves not just what comes out of your mouth but also your behavior (i.e. how you act, gestures, body language).
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