An Introduction to the Course
The course “A Breeze from the East: An Introduction to Modern China” focuses on the rapid development of contemporary China. The course comprises of twelve chapters, aiming to present both the inheritance of classical culture of ancient China and up-to-date innovative development of modern-day China. The content of the course covers a wide range of topics, ranging from China’s geographical conditions, economic development, customs in Chinese people’s daily life, Chinese cuisine, science and technology, music styles, visual art and movie, education systems, etc..
Highlights of the Course
A Unique Perspective From Overseas Students
Different from previous courses, this course takes a unique perspective from overseas students. They experienced a series of psychological change after arriving in China, from cultural shock, confusions to harmonious coexistence, which manifest different aspects of today’s China.
A Combination of Traditional and Modern China Culture
This course does not solely talk about traditional Chinese culture, but also introduces rapid development and new outlook of modern China.
A Teaching Group with Interdisciplinary Background
The teaching group of this course come from different disciplines, majoring in both English teaching and teaching Chinese as a foreign language. Our teaching takes into consideration of teaching foreigners Chinese language and culture, incorporating the concept of spreading Chinese culture globally in English. The ultimate purpose is to present a true, panoramic and dynamic China to the international world.
