LC-401: Chinese Culture and Society

Course, prefix, number, & title: LC-401 Chinese Culture and Society

Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 3

Credits: 3

Pre-requisites (if any): ENGL-101

Course Description in college catalog:

This course offers an in-depth exploration of Chinese culture and society, examining historical, contemporary, and future perspectives through major literary texts, short films, news articles, videos etc. Students will build a foundational understanding of Chinese cultural, social, linguistic, ideological, educational, and political landscapes. The curriculum integrates lectures, readings, discussions, and short films viewing, fostering critical analysis of Chinese philosophies, values, communication styles, and social norms. Through research-based learning and self-reflection, students will develop an informed and articulate comprehension of Chinese culture. This course will be taught in English.

Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:

Flexible Core requirement in World Cultures and Global Issues (2A).

General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.

1. Communicate effectively in various forms

2. Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions

Course-specific student learning outcomes:

• Examine Chinese communication styles, behavioral norms and values
• Understand historical and contemporary Chinese social structures
• Evaluate Chinese political and ideological systems
• Reflect on personal perspectives on Chinese culture
• Develop cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Use low-stake communication skills in class, i.e. within the discussion board, interact with peers about key issues such as philosophy, history, language, and religious belief
• Apply research and high-stake writing to increase knowledge and analytical skills through the composition of research papers on historic or sociocultural topics

Program-specific outcomes

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Other program outcomes (if applicable).

1. Work collaboratively to accomplish learning objectives

Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:

GRADING AND ASSIGNMENTS:

Quizzes (15%)

Peer Review (5%)

Low-stakes writing assignments (40%): in-class writing, short responses and discussion board etc.

Essays High Stakes (20% each = 40%): Two essays of about 1700 words (5-6 pages) each.

Academic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window.

Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.