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A Pedagogical Chinese Grammar for TCSOL Teachers (II) is a continuation of A Pedagogical Chinese Grammar for TCSOL Teachers (I), further deepening future teachers' understanding of Chinese grammar and its pedagogical applications. Building upon the principles introduced in the first course, this advanced module explores more intricate grammatical structures, common learner challenges, and effective teaching strategies. Emphasising both theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, the course equips TCSOL teachers with the skills to analyse, explain, and address complex linguistic phenomena in diverse classroom settings. Through interactive discussions and hands-on teaching practice, participants will refine their ability to facilitate meaningful and effective grammar instruction for learners of Chinese.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This course builds upon the foundation established in A Pedagogical Chinese Grammar for TCSOL Teachers (I), delving deeper into the complexities of Chinese grammar and its effective instruction. It explores advanced grammatical structures, while addressing nuanced learner difficulties across diverse linguistic backgrounds.
Students will refine their ability to analyse intricate grammatical phenomena and develop advanced strategies for presenting and reinforcing these concepts in the classroom. The course also emphasises error analysis, curriculum design, and the integration of grammar instruction with communicative and task-based teaching approaches. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with specialised skills and pedagogical techniques to teach Chinese grammar with clarity, confidence, and adaptability in a global context.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 25 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | 37 | Feedback Weeks | 39 | |
| Feedback |
Written feedback (15 minutes). |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Conceptual | Understand | Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of key grammatical features of the Chinese language and their functions in communication. |
| Procedural | Analyse | Analyse and identify common learner errors related to Chinese grammar, using insights from contrastive linguistics where appropriate. |
| Procedural | Apply | Develop and implement effective strategies for teaching Chinese grammar in a way that aligns with communicative language teaching principles. |
| Reflection | Analyse | Reflect critically on their teaching practices and adapt their approaches to meet the needs of learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. |
| Reflection | Create | Create pedagogically sound materials and lesson plans that integrate grammar instruction into language teaching. |
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 50 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | 40 | Feedback Weeks | 42 | |
| Feedback |
Written feedback.
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Word Count | 3000 | |
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Conceptual | Understand | Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of key grammatical features of the Chinese language and their functions in communication. |
| Procedural | Analyse | Analyse and identify common learner errors related to Chinese grammar, using insights from contrastive linguistics where appropriate. |
| Procedural | Apply | Develop and implement effective strategies for teaching Chinese grammar in a way that aligns with communicative language teaching principles. |
| Reflection | Analyse | Reflect critically on their teaching practices and adapt their approaches to meet the needs of learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. |
| Reflection | Create | Create pedagogically sound materials and lesson plans that integrate grammar instruction into language teaching. |
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 25 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | 39 | Feedback Weeks | 41 | |
| Feedback |
Written feedback (20 minutes). |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Understand | Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of key grammatical features of the Chinese language and their functions in communication. |
| Procedural | Analyse | Analyse and identify common learner errors related to Chinese grammar, using insights from contrastive linguistics where appropriate. |
| Procedural | Apply | Develop and implement effective strategies for teaching Chinese grammar in a way that aligns with communicative language teaching principles. |
| Reflection | Analyse | Reflect critically on their teaching practices and adapt their approaches to meet the needs of learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. |
| Reflection | Create | Create pedagogically sound materials and lesson plans that integrate grammar instruction into language teaching. |
There are no assessments for this course.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 50 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | Feedback Weeks | |||
| Feedback |
Written feedback. |
Word Count | 1500 | |
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 50 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | Feedback Weeks | |||
| Feedback |
Written feedback (30 minutes). |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Understand | Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of key grammatical features of the Chinese language and their functions in communication. |
| Procedural | Analyse | Analyse and identify common learner errors related to Chinese grammar, using insights from contrastive linguistics where appropriate. |
| Procedural | Apply | Develop and implement effective strategies for teaching Chinese grammar in a way that aligns with communicative language teaching principles. |
| Reflection | Create | Create pedagogically sound materials and lesson plans that integrate grammar instruction into language teaching. |
| Reflection | Analyse | Reflect critically on their teaching practices and adapt their approaches to meet the needs of learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. |
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