• Chinese Drama and Theatre
• Chinese women in Myth, Literature and film
• Chinese culture through Film
• Advanced Conversation & CompositionTwentieth-Century Chinese Literature I
• Twentieth-Century Chinese LiteraturE II
• Classical Chinese
• Chinese Literature inTranslation
• Directed Readings
• Ghosts, Lovers, and Heroes in Asian Literature
• Introduction to Asian Literature: Ancient Romance to Contemporary Cinema

 

Having studied a number of languages (French, Japanese, German, Classical Chinese), I have developed a sustained interested in language pedagogy; I hold a SPEAC certificate for Chinese pedagogy from Ohio State University. At Penn State, I taught Asian literature, Chinese language and culture, oversaw the teaching of Chinese lecturers and graduate instructors, supervised the internship program, and coordinatd the intensive summer Chinese program. I also administered proficiency certification exams in Chinese.

At George Washinton University, I teach traditional and modern Chinese literature, classical Chinese, and film and drama, and serve as the study abroad liaison. I also work with students in directed readings courses that explore special topics ranging from the martial arts novel to women's studies.

 

Pedagogy Training

2008   Professional development workshops conducted by the Center of Advanced Language Proficiency Education and Research (CALPER) at Penn State      

2003   Chinese Language Pedagogy Training, SPEAC, Ohio State University

2002    American Council of Teachers of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), Modified Oral Proficiency Interview Tester Training

Studying another culture leads to the re-discovery of one's own. I believe that learning a language and culture resembles the process of putting on a live performance. In my classes the priority is given to student participation.

 

Courses

CHIN 3173 Chinese Drama and Theatre

A multimedia-enhanced course introducing students to the dramas and theatrical genres of China in both their traditional and contemporary iterations. [Syllabus]

CHIN 3136 Chinese Women in Myth, Literature, and Film

Women's position in Chinese cultural and political life from prehistoric myth to the present time. Confucian writing, traditional theatre, and films and novels set in China. A general survey of Chinese history establishes the context for discussions of cultural and political phenomena, such as foot binding and the one-child policy.

CHIN 3162 Chinese Culture Through Film

Survey of the Chinese cultural heritage presented through films. Topics include literature, philosophy, art, religion, and social history from prehistorical times to the modern era. Lectures and discussion in English.

CHIN 4121W Advanced Conversation and Composition

Productive skills at the advanced discourse level, topic-specific practice of commonly used speech patterns and writing formats. Prerequisite: CHIN 4121 and permission of instructor.

CHIN 4179 Twentieth-Century Chinese Literature I

Selected works of major 20th-century writers, including Lu Xun, Lao She, Chen Ruoxi, Bai Xianyong, and others. Prerequisite: Chin 4107 or equivalent.

CHIN 4180 Twentieth-Century Chinese Literature II

Selected works of major 20th-century writers, including Lu Xun, Lao She, Chen Ruoxi, Bai Xianyong, and others. Prerequisite: Chin 4107 or equivalent.

CHIN 3109 and CHIN 3110 Introduction to Classical Chinese I and II

Introduction to classical writings in Chinese literature, history, and philosophy. Prerequisite: Chin 2004 or equivalent.

CHIN 3111 and 3112 Chinese Literature in Translation

An introductory course focusing on major works of poetry, drama, and the novel in their historical and social context.

CHIN 4185 and 4186 Directed Reading

Reading of material in the student's field of interest. Admission by permission of instructor.