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Lecturer(s)
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Zahradníková Michaela, Mgr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Cantonese - the language Cantonese sound system - initials, finals, tones Phonetic symbols Basic useful expressions Numerals, Money, Date, Time Measure words Conversational topics: - Greeting at the airport - Getting around - Accomodation - Money Exchange - Self-introduction - Meeting friends
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook), Activating (Simulations, Games, Dramatization)
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Learning outcomes
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The aim of the course is to introduce students to the basics of Cantonese phonology, Jyutping transcription and basic conversational phrases in Cantonese. The conversation topics covered are: self introduction, meeting friends, shopping, orientation etc.
The aim of the course is to give introduction into Cantonese language with the focus on language practice.
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Prerequisites
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Spoken knowledge of English or Chinese language, which is the language of instruction.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Student performance
Active participation in class, homework and attendance.
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Recommended literature
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Chow Bun Ching. (2009). Cantonese For Everyone (Jyutping Version). Hong Kong.
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