Undergraduate CUR-ASIA110-2023

Communicating with Asia: Languages and Societies

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Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% Online

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Assessments

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Prior study

Not required

Start dates

29 May 2023
27 Nov 2023

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Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

explain the differences between the Asian languages and Australian English in written spoken and non-verbal forms
identify cultural backgrounds that relate to the language forms, styles and use covered in the unit
apply communication strategies appropriate for use in Asian cultures by considering the style of communication to suit specific situations or contexts
evaluate and synthesise relevant information in order to compare and contrast the different cultural and communicative backgrounds which may be encountered when engaging with Asia

Topics covered

- Ideologies in language
- Social injustice across language
- The sociolinguistics of globalisation
- A critical understanding Global Englishes
- Language, identity and power
- Media and technology in language and society

Entry requirements

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Description

This subject is designed to promote awareness of the variations in communication patterns in different Asian cultures, and to enhance the ability to communicate more effectively with Asia. It covers major East Asian societies, exploring the relationships between culture, behaviour and language, and exploring potential cross-cultural communication problems that may arise from the differences between Asian and Australian societies.

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Assessments

eTest (20%)
Recorded Presentation (30%)
Essay (50%)

Textbooks

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