• Acquisition of knowledge on modern and contemporary Chinese literature
• Ability to critically analyze Chinese literary works, including themes, social issues and styles used.
• Accurate and fluent translation skills of modern and contemporary Chinese literary works.
• Understanding cultural and linguistic issues in translating Chinese literature.
• Critical reflection and independent thinking skills: encouraging students to formulate original interpretations and develop innovative ideas in Chinese literature.

• Introduction to modern and contemporary Chinese literature
• Literary movements and influential authors
• Analysis of social themes and issues
• Modern Literary Genres
• Creative translation and adaptation
• Literary criticism and study approaches

Some knowledge of modern Chinese is required

• Knowledge and understanding: Students will gain a solid grasp of modern and contemporary Chinese literature, understanding the literary movements, influential authors, and distinctive features of Chinese literature of the period.
• Ability to apply knowledge: Students will be able to critically analyze Chinese literary works of the period, identifying and interpreting the themes, social issues, styles and techniques used by the authors.
• Cognitive skills: Students will develop critical and analytical thinking skills to critically evaluate Chinese literary works, applying relevant critical theories and formulating well-structured and supported arguments.
• Practical Skills: Students will acquire skills in translating modern and contemporary Chinese literary works, demonstrating good command of the Chinese language and literature-specific translation strategies.
• Communication Skills: Students will be able to effectively communicate their analyzes and translations of Chinese literary works through clear oral presentations and well-structured academic writing.
• Research Skills: Students will develop independent research skills to locate, evaluate, and use primary and secondary sources relevant to the study of Chinese literature after 1900.

The teaching material prepared by the lecturer in addition to recommended textbooks (such as for instance slides, lecture notes, exercises, bibliography) and communications from the lecturer specific to the course can be found inside the Moodle platform › blended.uniurb.it

Course books

The teaching materials are prepared by the teacher on blended moodle.

Assessment

The exam consists of an oral interview on the topics covered during the course. It consists of two parts: the first consists of 4-5 questions aimed at verifying the acquisition of the theoretical knowledge (history of Chinese literature and related historical-cultural context) imparted during the course; the second consists in the reading, translation and commentary of some of the texts presented during the course. Furthermore, active participation in the lessons will be taken into account.

Disability and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)

Students who have registered their disability certification or SLD certification with the Inclusion and Right to Study Office can request to use conceptual maps (for keywords) during exams.

To this end, it is necessary to send the maps, two weeks before the exam date, to the course instructor, who will verify their compliance with the university guidelines and may request modifications.

Teaching

Same as attending students

Course books

Same as attending students

Assessment

Same as attending students

Disability and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)

Students who have registered their disability certification or SLD certification with the Inclusion and Right to Study Office can request to use conceptual maps (for keywords) during exams.

To this end, it is necessary to send the maps, two weeks before the exam date, to the course instructor, who will verify their compliance with the university guidelines and may request modifications.