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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA
Course Name (English) INTRODUCTORY MANDARIN (LEVEL II)
Course Code TMC451
MQF Credit 2
Course Description The Introductory Mandarin Language course is intended for students who have no background in Mandarin or any character-based language. This is the second of a three-level Mandarin Language programme designed specifically for UiTM Bachelor Degree students. The students will be taught appropriate basic level vocabulary and grammar. The course will emphasize greatly on developing participants oral communication skills in situational contexts through class activities such as role plays, simulations and other relevant oral tasks. Students are expected to take part in all language activities conducted in class to ensure success in attaining the elementary level proficiency. In this course, students will be introduced to the Hanyu Pinyin system. In addition, Chinese characters and Chinese culture will also be introduced in this course.
Transferable Skills 1. Responsive-Demonstrate ability to socialize with people from different walks of life.
2. Creative and innovative-Demonstrate the ability to dream, imagine and visualize.
3. Effective Communicator- Demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and confidently, and listen critically.
Teaching Methodologies Lectures, Blended Learning, Web Based Learning, Language Games, Language Enrichment Activities, Reading With Emphasis On Vocabulary, Listening Activity, Discussion, Role Play, Collaborative Learning, Work-based Learning
CLO
CLO1 Select essential information from short audio recordings in Mandarin on everyday matters at CEFR level high A1/HSK 1. (A2)
CLO2 Respond to simple sentences and short texts/pictures/dialogues on everyday matters in Mandarin at CEFR level high A1/HSK 1. (A2)
CLO3 Practice basic interpersonal skills while interacting using simple Mandarin sentences and phrases at CEFR level high A1/HSK 1. (A2)
Pre-Requisite Courses INTRODUCTORY MANDARIN (LEVEL II) (TMC451)
Reading List
Recommended Text
  • Mok, S.S., Lau, S.K., Heng, B.C. & Hong, W.S. 2014, Gateway to Mandarin Chinese for non-native speakers (2).
Reference Book Resources
  • Mok Soon Sim, Lau Suk Khin, Goh Chin Shuang, Tengku Azeezeen Bt Tengku Shamsudden, Lee Sek Yui, Neo Yee Feng 2021, Introductory Mandarin Level 2, 1 Ed., 6, Penerbit UiTM Shah Alam [ISBN: 9789673637348]
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