CHI 2315 - Contemporary China Youth Cultures

Credits: 3 hrs

This course is a Chinese culture course, with a focus on young people who are living in the Chinese speaking countries. Contemporary works will be read and analyzed with respect to identity, cultural hertiage and social issues such as education, sexuality, and socio-economic standing. These include shsort stories, novels, song lyrics and articles from academic journals. Some attention will be given to cultural respresentations and stereotypes in film. Samples of music, art and other historical artifacts that reflect China youth culture will also be introduced. Contemporary China Youth Cultures will be taught in English. This course satisfies the General Education Area of Knowledge of Foreign Language and Culture, the SLO of Critical Reading and the Curricular Theme of Globalization.