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CHIN 1101
Course Description
For complete beginners only, providing a thorough grounding in conversational and reading skills. Students with any previous background or training in the language will need to take the Mandarin Placement ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
6 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MTWRF Rockefeller Hall 121
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll. Because of limited class size, students missing first two class meetings without university excuse are dropped so others may register. No students added after second week of classes.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MTWRF Rockefeller Hall 121
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll. Because of limited class size, students missing first two class meetings without university excuse are dropped so others may register. No students added after second week of classes.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MTWRF Rockefeller Hall 121
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll. Because of limited class size, students missing first two class meetings without university excuse are dropped so others may register. No students added after second week of classes.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MTWRF Rockefeller Hall 121
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll. Because of limited class size, students missing first two class meetings without university excuse are dropped so others may register. No students added after second week of classes.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Goldwin Smith Hall G22
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll. Because of limited class size, students missing first two class meetings without university excuse are dropped so others may register. No students added after second week of classes.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Morrill Hall 107
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll. Because of limited class size, students missing first two class meetings without university excuse are dropped so others may register. No students added after second week of classes.
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CHIN 1109
Course Description
Intended primarily for students whose family language is Mandarin but who have had little or no formal training. The focus is on reading, writing and speaking, as well as culture, and current events in ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall 331
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Liu, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Placement test and permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll.
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Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G88
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Lin, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Placement test and permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll.
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Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G88
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Liu, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Placement test and permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll.
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Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G88
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Liu, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Placement test and permission of instructor required. Please contact the instructor to enroll.
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CHIN 1121
Course Description
This course helps students develop basic skills in Mandarin Chinese, at a moderate pace. For complete beginners only. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Uris Hall 438
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Permission of instructor required. Professional degree students (Dyson School, Johnson School, Hotel School, and Law School) are encouraged to enroll. Beginning Mandarin students in the College of Arts and Sciences should take CHIN 1101. Students with any previous background or training in the language will need to take the Mandarin Placement Test to determine which Chinese course will best suit their needs.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall 438
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Li, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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CHIN 1123
Course Description
A continuation of CHIN 1122 . This course helps students develop basic skills in Mandarin Chinese, at a moderate pace. For non-heritage learners only. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Rockefeller Hall 183
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Divo, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: grade of B- in CHIN 1122, or permission of instructor. Students with any previous background or training in the language will need to take the Mandarin Placement Test to determine which Chinese course will best suit their needs.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G44
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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CHIN 2201
Course Description
Continuing instruction in written and spoken Chinese with particular emphasis on consolidating basic conversational skills and improving reading confidence and ability. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G44
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B- or above in CHIN 1102; or equivalent and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Uris Hall G44
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B- or above in CHIN 1102; or equivalent and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G44
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B- or above in CHIN 1102; or equivalent and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Uris Hall G44
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B- or above in CHIN 1102; or equivalent and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G44
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B- or above in CHIN 1102; or equivalent and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Uris Hall G44
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B- or above in CHIN 1102; or equivalent and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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CHIN 2209
Course Description
This course focuses on reading and writing Chinese at the intermediate level for Chinese heritage students who grew up speaking Chinese with family members. Students will read authentic texts written by ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Rockefeller Hall 121
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
George, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
George, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Rockefeller Hall 110
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
George, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
George, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Rockefeller Hall 185
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Jing, Y
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Jing, Y
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Morrill Hall 111
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
George, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
George, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: B in Chin 1110 or equivalent as determined through placement exam. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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CHIN 3301
Course Description
Continuing instruction in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese via text and authentic multimedia materials. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Rockefeller Hall 127
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Lu, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: Grade of B+ or higher in CHIN 2202, or equivalent as determined through placement test. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Rockefeller Hall 127
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Lu, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: Grade of B+ or higher in CHIN 2202, or equivalent as determined through placement test. Permission of instructor required. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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CHIN 3309
Course Description
First part of a two-semester sequence for advanced mandarin learners. This course aims to equip students with the linguistic and intercultural skills necessary to thrive in a Chinese business environment. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: CHIN 5509, NBA 6150
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR McGraw Hall 365
- Aug 21 - Nov 30, 2023
Instructors
Chen, Z
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: Two years (on heritage track) or three years of Chinese language learning (or equivalent). Permission of instructor required.
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CHIN 3316
Course Description
This 1-credit optional course aims to expand the students' vocabulary, and advance their speaking and reading skills as well as enhance their knowledge and deepen their cultural understanding by attaching ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Section Topic
Topic: The Human Brain and Mind: An Introduction to Cogni
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Wang, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: CHIN 3301/3302, 1109/1110 or equivalent. Must be concurrently enrolled in COGST 2200.
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CHIN 3341
Course Description
Continuing instruction in spoken Chinese and in various genres and styles of written Chinese. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Washington, DC
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: CHIN 2202 or equivalent. Permission of instructor required. Taught in Washington, D.C.
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CHIN 3351
Course Description
Continuing instruction in spoken Chinese and in various genres and styles of written Chinese. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Beijing, China
- Sep 11 - Dec 20, 2023
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Taught in Beijing, China. Prerequisite: CHIN 2202 or equivalent. Permission of instructor required.
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CHIN 4406
Course Description
This course is designed for those who have completed Mandarin of advanced level (or equivalent). It aims to further improve students' Chinese proficiency in a business history and transcultural context ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: CAPS 4406, CHIN 6606
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR McGraw Hall 365
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Chen, Z
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
At least two years (on heritage track) or three years of Chinese or equivalent. Permission of instructor required.
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CHIN 4411
Course Description
Reading, discussion, and composition at advanced levels. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Malott Hall 205
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: Grade of B+ or higher in CHIN 3302 or equivalent as determined by placement exam and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Teng, F
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: Grade of B+ or higher in CHIN 3302 or equivalent as determined by placement exam and permission of instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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CHIN 4427
Course Description
This advanced course aims to further develop the four communication skills in Chinese: speaking, listening, reading, and writing, through learning materials and activities on various topics related to ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall 331
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Liu, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: CHIN 2210 or CHIN 4412 with a grade of B+ or above or equivalent as determined by instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Liu, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: CHIN 2210 or CHIN 4412 with a grade of B+ or above or equivalent as determined by instructor. Please contact instructor to enroll.
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CHIN 4441
Course Description
Reading, discussion, and composition at advanced levels. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Washington, DC
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: CHIN 3302 or equivalent. Permission of instructor required. Taught in Washington, D.C.
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CHIN 4443
Course Description
This course is designed for students who have satisfactorily finished CHIN 4427 or the equivalent. The focus of the course is on formal Chinese, and the main aim of this course is to help students achieve ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Washington, DC
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Taught in Washington, DC. Prerequisite: CHIN 2210 or CHIN 4412 with a grade of B+ or above or equivalent as determined by instructor. Permission of instructor required.
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CHIN 4451
Course Description
Reading, discussion, and composition at advanced levels. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Beijing, China
- Sep 11 - Dec 20, 2023
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Taught in Beijing, China. Prerequisite: CHIN 3302 or equivalent. Permission of instructor required.
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CHIN 4453
Course Description
This course is designed for students who have satisfactorily finished CHIN 2210 or CHIN 4412, or the equivalent. The focus of the course is on formal Chinese, and the main aim of this course is to help ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA Beijing, China
- Sep 11 - Dec 20, 2023
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Taught in Beijing, China. Prerequisite: CHIN 2210 or CHIN 4412 or equivalent as determined by instructor. Permission of instructor required.
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CHIN 5509
Course Description
First part of a two-semester sequence for advanced mandarin learners. This course aims to equip students with the linguistic and intercultural skills necessary to thrive in a Chinese business environment. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: CHIN 3309, NBA 6150
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR McGraw Hall 365
- Aug 21 - Nov 30, 2023
Instructors
Chen, Z
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Two years (on heritage track) or three years of Chinese language learning (or equivalent). Permission of instructor required.
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CHIN 6606
Course Description
This course is designed for those who have completed Mandarin of advanced level (or equivalent). It aims to further improve students' Chinese proficiency in a business history and transcultural context ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: CAPS 4406, CHIN 4406
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR McGraw Hall 365
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Chen, Z
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
At least two years (on heritage track) or three years of Chinese language learning (or equivalent). Permission of instructor required.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)