2014 Fall Chinese Language & Culture (1)

22 September 2014

Overview (1) Creative writing: mastering semantics and diction, and through reading essays and novels, how to choose topics, plot, and write, improving students’ ability to write in public examinations; (2) Chinese classics and contemporary literature, allowing students to understand the rich culture and history of China through readings on history, literature, and philosophy, improving the critical reading skills for public examinations. > Details

History of Global Business and Politics 2014

12 June 2014

Overview The fact that impacts of 2007 financial tsunami still linger, leads one reflect on the origin and prospect of capitalism. As China becomes a global political/ economic superpower in the 21st century, Hong Kong is also undergoing constitutional reform, and “Occupy Central” seems to be happening very soon. Thus, by focusing on topics on “Renaissance / American civilization / Central as a financial hub”, this course would lead discussions on the origin of modern capitalism, from the Merchant of Venice of European Renaissance, to America’s Gilded Age in the late 19th century , and to the struggle of Chinese entrepreneurs in Hong Kong. > Details

2014 Summer Standard English (Liberal Studies Track)

14 July 2014

Overview This Standard English Course is designed to 1) help students build a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary; 2) improve their English speaking and writing, and 3) expose them to the study and discussion of various liberal studies topics in English. While the liberal studies component of the course will cover challenging topics, this course is geared towards students with an intermediate proficiency in English. More emphasis will be placed on correcting grammatical errors and awkward phrasing. > Details

2014 Summer Advanced English (Literature Track)

14 July 2014

Overview This Advanced English Course is designed to 1) help students build a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary; 2) improve their English speaking and writing; 3) develop critical reading and literary analysis skills. While the course is designed for non-native English learners, it seeks to challenge students with literary pieces and longer essay assignments common to American high school English courses. > Details

2014 Summer Chinese Language & Culture

18 July 2014

This course has three main components. 1) Creative writing: mastering semantics and diction, and through reading essays and novels, how to choose topics, plot, and write. 2) Chinese culture: learning about ancient wisdom and cultural heritage through a study of traditional food, fashion, art, and architecture. 3) Chinese literature: students will be familiarized with the vocabulary and context of Classical Chinese text as well as modern pieces, which will help them tackle related questions in public examinations. > Details

Chinese History and Culture IV: Qing Dynasty

28 April 2014

Overview This course introduces the rise and fall of the Qing Dynasty. By studying the early Qing’s political policies, management of regional affairs, Anglo-Chinese relationship, Opium War as well as reactions and self-strengthening measures from China, students will learn more about the early Qing’s politics, threats towards governance and political dilemma faced by late Qing government. Moreover, first lesson of this course will also give a short introduction to methodology and historical sources of Qing history so students can understand how the scholars contribute to the full picture of Qing history. > Details