EAST 105 - Chinese Language and Culture in Beijing

FC ARHU CD

4 credits
This course aims to integrate the conversational Chinese students have already learned with new vocabulary and communication skills related to Chinese history, architecture, traditional culture, and modern life. Through first-hand explorations of the iconic landmarks and scenic locations of Beijing-including the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, the Summer Palace, and modern commercial centers-students will gain new insights into the traditions and values these sites embody, enabling them to make meaningful comparisons between East and West, and worlds old and new. Field trip(s) required.

Prerequisites: CHIN 102.