Courses
Courses for 2024 International Summer School
Serial No. | Course Code | Course | Credit | Academic Hours | Category | RUC School | Instructor | University | Course Introduction | Timetable | Teaching Format |
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1 | CM2401 | Investment Environment and Policy in China | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | LIU Yunhua | Nanyang Technological University | This subject introduces the fast changing investment environment in China. Emphases are on the roles of government policy and market force emerged in the Chinese economy. Changes in China’s macroeconomic trend, trade relations, FDI policies, market demand, industrial supplies, local government operations, infrastructure, regional development and urbanization will be investigated. Case studies of business investment in different industries and regions will be studied. Critical questions we will answer include: What are the driving forces and macro strategy for China’s forty-year high economic growth? What are the reasons for the slowdown of the Chinese economy and can China maintain a sustainable growth? What are the special features of China’s socialist market economy and the possible disputes of China with the market economies? What are the impacts of China’s trade pattern on the rest of the world? What are the current macroeconomic risks and the possible consequences? (government debts, unemployment, bubbled property market and financial crisis) What are the constraints and prospects for China’s future growth? |
2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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2 | CM2402 | Social Changes and Educational Development in China | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Education | Donghui Zhang | Renmin University of China | This course is designed to examine educational reforms in China against the background of social transformation during the post-1949 period. Education as an important institution in modern society is closely linked to the particular cultural traditions, political and economic systems, and social development in a nation. Under the dual influence of Confucian traditional culture and the quest for modernization, what problems have emerged in Chinese education? How do the policymakers and educators seek to resolve the problems? What specific measures have they taken to reform the Chinese educational system? What purposes, goals and values underlie the series of educational reforms? The course will cover a variety of topics including but not limited to: urban school reform, rural education, migrant children’s education, higher education etc. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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3 | CM2403 | China's experience in eradicating absolute poverty | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Sangui Wang | Renmin University of China | This course introduces the poverty relief practices in China and looks into the poverty alleviation cause in China after 2020. First, it depicts the global poverty situation and analyzes the reasons behind the mass poverty worldwide to help the students understand the issue of global poverty, and proposes that poverty relief requires common efforts of the international community. Second, what are China's achievements in poverty reduction? Is such a great achievement in poverty reduction real and effective? What is the reason? What is China's poverty alleviation standard? How does it compare with the world poverty reduction standard? By answering the above questions, the students can deeply understand why it is a great historic achievement to shake off poverty in an all-round way. Third, what is the relationship between economic growth and poverty reduction? During the period of rapid economic development in China, how has China's poverty situation changed? Why should Chinese government implement regional development to help the poor? How about the effect? By answering these questions, students can understand the difficulties and priorities of China's poverty alleviation measures. Fourth, why should we adopt a targeted poverty reduction strategy to achieve the set poverty reduction goals, and adopt such unconventional measures as poverty eradication? What are the difficulties of targeted poverty alleviation? Is this effective? How is poverty alleviation and targeted poverty alleviation carried out? What is the contribution to poverty reduction in the world? By answering these questions, students can comprehensively and systematically understand the significance of targeted poverty alleviation and poverty alleviation. Fifth, how can China's system help reduce poverty? How to ensure the effective sustainability of poverty reduction achievements from the political, economic, administrative and other aspects? By answering these questions, students can understand the inevitability of the success of China's poverty alleviation. | 2024-07-02 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-04 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-06 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-09 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-11 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-13 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-16 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-18 14:00-17:30 |
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4 | CM2404 | Migration and Urbanization in China | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Sociology and Population Studies | LIANG Zai | State University of New York at Albany | China’s floating population represents the largest migration in human history and has enormous consequences for China and the world. This course provides an overview of recent scholarship (in English) on China’s floating population and its implications for the future of urbanization. The course is multi-disciplinary and includes perspectives from demographers, sociologists, economists, geographers, and historians. The focus is on migration patterns in China since the late 1970s. We expect students can conduct independent research in this area after taking this class. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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5 | CM2405 | Urbanization in China | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Applied Economics | YAO Yongling,Angdi Lu | Renmin University of China,Renmin University of China | This course aims at training students to learn urban and regional development with urban origin and development, presence, problems and how to balance relationship between urban-rural areas and, learn the problems and solutions for Chinese society. All lectures will be in English. Students may learn urban and regional principles and Chinese culture by English thinking and habits, and learn some tips and skills of using English. The course tries to train students to learn skills in practical analysis: factors for urban history, distinguishing features of different areas, relation between urban-rural areas, problems and futures. By using case studying method, students will be taught to know how the developers and policy makers deal with cases in different areas. At a result, students may try to be engaged in creative work by dealing their own cases study for analyzing essentials about Chinese society and find the ways of solutions with regional and urban sciences. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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6 | CM2406 | China’s Strategy To Modernization Under The Dual Carbon Goal | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Applied Economics | Hao Chen,Bowei Guo,Yingdan Mei | Renmin University of China,Renmin University of China,Renmin University of China | This course delves into the relationship between Dual Carbon Goal and China’s modernization. Based on classic economic theories and methods, this course will extract China's unique practical modernization experience in achieving the Dual Carbon Goal, such as economic transformation, low-carbon development of enterprises, carbon markets and taxes, carbon finance, carbon neutrality technology and economic analysis, international cooperation, and climate governance. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1) Understand the basic economic theories in climate change and modernization; 2) Familiarize with China’s practices and efforts under the Dual Carbon Goal; 3) Critically analyze China’s strategy in modernization under the Dual Carbon Goal. |
2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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7 | CM2407 | Poverty Reduction and Development of China | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Applied Economics | Lunyu Xie,Zidong An,Jiaying Chen,Yanghua Huang | Renmin University of China,Renmin University of China,Renmin University of China,Renmin University of China | Based on the principle of "major issues, scientific methods and data driven", this course focuses on the important role of the government in the process of Chinese path to modernization, especially on major topics such as industrial development, poverty reduction policies, macro-control and human capital accumulation. The course mainly includes the following contents: (1) The three important transformations of China's economic development, including the modernization of Chinese style industries and the process of Chinese style urbanization; (2) The policies and practices of poverty reduction and sustainable development in China, including China's poverty reduction experience and the significant significance of two equalization; (3) China's macroeconomic regulation system; (4) China's human capital, technology, and innovation. This course emphasizes the combination of theory and practice, introducing students to cutting-edge theories, Chinese practices, and international comparisons based on real cases. On the basis of professional knowledge, it cultivates students' international perspectives, national awareness, and exercises their ability to apply corresponding methodologies in practice. | 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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8 | CM2408 | Chinese Religion and Society in the 21st Century | 2 | 32 | Chinese Modernization | School of Philosophy | WEI Dedong | Renmin University of China | This course introduces the main achievements of empirical studies of Chinese religions in the 21st century. It discusses the most innovative aspects of contemporary Chinese Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Daoism, and Confucianism. This course focuses on core concepts such as: church and state, religious transformation, religion and Covid-19, philanthropy, spiritual care, Sinicization, globalization, ecology, religious economy, gender, mental health, and the body. This course promotes respect, understanding and various interpretations of all different religions. The attitude of "seeking truth from facts" is the basic requirement for joining this course. This course adopts a teaching method that combines classroom teaching with on-site visits, discussions with religious leaders, and internships. The locations include the YongHe Palace, the Buddhist Academy Of China, China Islamic Institute, and Chinese Association For Life Care Beijing Ciyuan Center, etc. |
2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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9 | DC2401 | Introduction to Probabilistic Graphical Models | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | Gaoling School of Artificial Intelligence | Xin Gao | King Abdullah University of Science & Technology | Probabilistic graphical models (PGMs) have been one of the most important emerging subfields of statistical machine learning over the past two decades. Michael Jordan commented in 1998: "Graph models are a combination between probability theory and graph theory. They provide a natural tool for dealing with two problems that arise in applied mathematics and engineering - uncertainty and complexity - In particular they are playing an increasingly important role in the design and analysis of machine learning algorithms. The idea of graphical models is based on the concept of modularity - a complex system is built by combining simpler parts The. Probability theory provides the glue that holds the pieces together, ensures that the system as a whole is coherent, and provides a way to interface the model with data. The graph-theoretic aspect of graphical models provides an intuitively appealing An interface through which humans can model highly interactive sets of variables, and a data structure by which efficient general-purpose algorithms can naturally be designed." PGM has become the basis for state-of-the-art methods in various fields of computer science, such as graphics (eg, image segmentation), natural language processing (eg, speech recognition), computer vision (eg, object tracking), and bioinformatics (eg, gene discovery). |
2024-07-07 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-09 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-11 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-13 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30 |
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10 | DC2402 | Ancient Civilizations of Andes | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | School of History | Jalh Dulanto | Catholic University of Peru | This course is lecture series on the archaeology of the Central Andes. Teaching content focus on cultural and environmental adaptation, dome stication of animals and crops. Discuss the development of the social complicaty, the formation of etiquette system, and the characteristics of the ancient civilization of Andes. Illustrates the dynamic mechanism of the formation of the Inca Empire and governance system. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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11 | DC2403 | The Mongols and Russian lands in the 13th century | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | School of History | Fedor Veselov | St Petersburg State University | The course deals with the main stages of the Mongol conquest of Eastern Europe and establishment of power over Russian lands in the 13th century in the general context of the global expansion of the Mongol empire. It is based on an analysis of a wide range of western and eastern sources, providing an opportunity to present a more complete historical reconstruction of the Mongol military campaigns and the establishment of the political dependence of Russia as part of the overall world domination plan of Chinggis Khan and his successors. It includes the most recent findings, brought to light by an international research team in the frames of the academic project “Postponed World Conquest: The Mongols and the West, 1219 - 1260 (Rus', Central Europe, Middle East)”. Thus, on the example of the subjugation of Russian principalities, students will have an opportunity to gain knowledge in the means and mechanisms of the Mongols’ general expansionist strategy, which included not only the most advanced war technologies and effective mobilization mechanisms, but also religious ideal of a global empire, formulated by Chinggis Khan and upheld by his heirs. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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12 | DC2404 | Archeology of Iran in historical and Islamic era | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | School of History | Majid Montazer Zohouri | University of Tehran | Considering the cultural similarities between Iran and China, I will try to introduce Iranian culture and civilization from an archeological point of view. In this educational course, I will discuss the formation of Iranian civilization in terms of urban planning, architecture and other archaeological evidence. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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13 | DC2405 | The Comparison between East and West in the 18th Century | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | School of History | Shinichi Nagao | Nagoya University | This course will present the latest developments in the Enlightenment studies embodied in The Encyclopedia of the Enlightenment Ideas edited by the Japanese Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies published in 2023 and the result of joint studies of the society with Chinese historians published as 《风尚、社会与风雅----十八世纪东西方的共时性》中国社会科学出版社, 2023. The books, based upon the achievements of international academia, tried to propose a new view of the Enlightenment and modern history from east Asian perspective. As the editor-in-Chief of the Encyclopedia, the instructor will summarize the recent research results of 18th century studies, discuss the concept of the Enlightenment from comparative viewpoints of Europe and Asia and suggest the reconsideration of the periodization of modernity defined by European scholars and philosophers. Topics are: synchronous developments in Europe and East Asia in the early modern period, sociability and networks of both regions in the 18th century, the diffusion of science and knowledge, mutual influence between both regions. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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14 | DC2406 | Finding the Lyrical "I" in Prose and Poetry | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | School of Foreign Languages | Hu Tingting,Ryan Thorpe | Renmin University of China,Shanghai Jiao Tong University | Explore the rich tapestry of creative expression in "The Lyrical 'I' in Prose and Poetry," a dynamic course designed to delve into the multifaceted realms of writing. This workshop offers a captivating journey through the art of crafting prose and poetry while intimately examining the essence of the lyrical 'I' within literary works. Throughout this immersive experience, participants will unravel the intricacies of creative writing, navigating the delicate balance between poetry and prose. The course sets the stage by exploring the defining characteristics of poetry and nonfiction, laying the groundwork for a deeper exploration of the 'I' persona within these genres. Venturing into the poetic landscape, participants will discover the potent avenues of confession and imagery as gateways to convey personal experiences and evoke profound emotions within their written verses. Building on this foundation, the course delves into the art of characterization, encouraging introspection on how one perceives themselves as a literary character. This exploration of identity and narrative shaping fosters a deeper understanding of the 'I' within creative compositions. Crucial to the learning process is the pivotal moment of feedback and revision. Participants engage in collaborative discussions, sharing their poem drafts and gaining insights into fundamental principles for refining their work. As the journey progresses, the course navigates through genre conventions, illuminating the diverse forms emerging from both poetry and nonfiction. It culminates in an exploration of 'hybuns,' a captivating Japanese form that elegantly merges nonfiction with poetic elements. Throughout the course, participants embark on a playful exploration, infusing imagination and speculation into the fabric of reality. They discover how creative embellishments enliven descriptions of the ordinary, infusing mundane subjects with vibrancy and depth. Guided by the structural frameworks of stories and poems, participants unravel the nuances of crafting compelling narratives and shaping verses. With prose drafts taking center stage in the final stages of the course, participants engage in advanced feedback sessions, leveraging newfound insights to refine their prose compositions. This comprehensive journey empowers participants to unravel the complexities of the lyrical 'I' in both prose and poetry. It cultivates a refined understanding of creative writing while honing individual voices, nurturing a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling and poetic expression. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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15 | DC2407 | Fundamentals and progresses in quantum technology | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | Department of Physics | Ilya Semerikov | Lebedev physical institute of Russian academy of science | The field of quantum mechanics, originating in the early 20th century, has gained our understanding of the microscopic properties of nature, and has promoted the fast developments in fields of quantum information, quantum computing and quantum communications. This course is based on the basic knowledge of quantum mechanics and systematically introduces the history and development of quantum mechanics and quantum technology. The course covers the fundamental concept including qubits and quantum entanglement in quantum information science, which lie at the heart of secure quantum communication and distributed quantum computing. Additionally, this course will introduce quantum cryptography, which utilizes quantum mechanics to provide secure communication. It then introduces the essentials of quantum computation, exploring how quantum bits (qubits) function and the potential of quantum computers to solve complex problems beyond the capabilities of classical computers. The course concludes with an overview of current and future applications of quantum technology in areas such as quantum sensing, quantum metrology, and quantum simulation. This course is designed for students interested in understanding the foundational principles and potential applications of quantum technology science in the 21st century. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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16 | DC2408 | Global Branding and Organizational Communication Strategy in the Digital Age | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | School of Journalism and Communication | Yafei Zhang | Renmin University of China | This course offers a rigorous exploration of international branding and digital strategy, with a particular focus on Chinese corporations seeking to forge a robust global presence. It integrates China's cultural heritage with socially responsible branding techniques, the influence of digital technology on communication, and network strategy development for international collaboration. Students will learn theories relevant to corporate social responsibility, international branding, persuasion, and digital consumerism. A key component involves developing a research or project proposal that melds these theories with practical challenges in new media and advertising. Critical case studies and the challenges of cross-cultural branding will be scrutinized alongside the roles of social media, digital advertising, and online reputation management. Renowned international scholars will lead this academic course, providing students with the theoretical and methodological acumen required to devise effective, ethical strategies for Chinese companies aiming to engage global audiences. This academic and practical course framework prepares students to excel in a digitally interconnected global marketplace. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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17 | DF2409 | Public Budgeting and Financial Management | 2 | 32 | Courses for Disciplinary Camps | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Elaine Yi Lu | City University of New York---John Jay College | This course is a discussion of key themes of budgeting in a comparative manner. It covers the rise of public budgeting, followed by a discussion of the budget process and the main stakeholders involved. The politics of budgeting is in part reflected in the power struggle between the executive and legislative branches. Then, we explore the continuous tension between national and subnational governments, seeking to understand the balance of resources and responsibilities across levels of government. Recent topics in budgeting, including participative budgeting, budget transparency, fiscal sustainability, and budget accountability, are discussed in detail. Literature and case studies both from the United States and China would be pulled together to build comparative public budgeting knowledge. The content of the course lays the foundations of budgeting for practitioners and explores cutting-edge research on the key themes, which could guide the researchers who are interested in the topics to build their own research agenda. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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18 | CI2401 | Comparative Study on Urban Project and Management in China and the U.S. | 2 | 32 | Cultural Exchange and New Forms of Civilization | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | CHEN Xueming | Virginia Commonwealth University | This course will focus on analyzing and comparing the similarities and differences in urban planning and management between China and the U.S. in the following aspects: urban development processes, urban planning and management institutions, urban planning and management laws and regulations, public administration, urban planning, and management education, best urban planning practices, and latest technological applications. The course will deepen students' understanding of urban planning and management in China and the U.S., and broaden their scope of knowledge in international urban planning, policy-making, and public administration. | 2024-07-02 8:00-11:30,2024-07-04 8:00-11:30,2024-07-06 8:00-11:30,2024-07-09 8:00-11:30,2024-07-11 8:00-11:30,2024-07-13 8:00-11:30,2024-07-16 8:00-11:30,2024-07-18 8:00-11:30 | in person |
19 | CI2402 | Topics in Chinese Art and History | 2 | 32 | Cultural Exchange and New Forms of Civilization | School of Chinese Classics | Jong Phil Park | University of Oxford, UK | This course serves as an introductory exploration of Chinese art, guiding students in decoding social narratives embedded in visual language. Through probing questions about artifact origins, purposes, and societal implications, students navigate the interconnected dimensions of power, class, gender, political discourse, and public opinion throughout Chinese history. Emphasizing the integral link between art and society, the course prompts students to analyze artworks as reflections of social and political negotiations. While the primary focus is on paintings, the curriculum also incorporates sculpture, crafts, and illustrations, introducing diverse scholarly studies and methodologies. Additionally, the course extends its scope to European art history for comparative insights. Its objective is to equip students with analytical tools, fostering critical assessments of conventional narratives through logical, historical, artistic, and literary modes of analysis. By engaging with both Eastern and Western arts, students gain a nuanced understanding of cultural expression, contributing to a broader appreciation of shared human experiences. Ultimately, the course aspires to cultivate future scholars endowed with balanced and critical perspectives on Chinese art and culture. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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20 | CI2403 | Tourism: Change, Impacts and Opportunities | 2 | 32 | Cultural Exchange and New Forms of Civilization | School of Environment and Natural Resources | SU Mingming | Renmin University of China | This course will introduce related concepts to tourism, discuss the demand and supply of tourism and characteristics of tourists, analyze roles and responsibilities of stakeholders of tourism and impacts of tourism from environmental, economic and socio-cultural perspectives. Some widely discussed topics in tourism will also be presented in class, including issues of ecotourism, heritage tourism, climate change and tourism. It will help students develop understanding on different issues in tourism, and gain some practical knowledge in tourism planning and management | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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21 | CI2404 | Western Images of China | 2 | 32 | Cultural Exchange and New Forms of Civilization | School of Foreign Languages | Colin Mackerras | Griffith University, Australia | The course will consider how the West has seen China since the sixteenth century, with focus on the People’s Republic. It will aim to analyze what gives rise to images and their relationship with reality. It will take a historical and also topical approach to these images. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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22 | CI2405 | Appreciating and Writing Poetry in English | 2 | 32 | Cultural Exchange and New Forms of Civilization | School of Foreign Languages | Lauri Scheyer | California State University | Everyone is welcome to take this class. No knowledge or experience in poetry is needed. The class will provide all the needed information. Students will learn about English poetry and create their own beautiful poems with the professor’s guidance and support. Students will learn to express their own ideas and emotions in the beautiful forms of poems and improve their ability and confidence in English communication. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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23 | CI2406 | Introduction to Asian American Studies: Immigration, History, and Culture | 2 | 32 | Cultural Exchange and New Forms of Civilization | School of Foreign Languages | ZHANG Lei | Renmin University of China | Asian immigration to the United States is essential to the building of the United States as a nation. According to the recent U.S. Census, Asian Americans are now the fastest-growing minority population, with Asian immigrants and refugees constituting half of the immigrant population in the United States. Focusing on the intersection between the politics of cultural representation and the history of Asian migration to the U.S., this course explores Asian America through a myriad of literary, cultural and scholarly works. Roughly chronological, this course focuses on critical historic moments and examines both scholarly reflections about and creative products that have emerged from these histories. Asian American history and Asian American culture share a symbiotic relationship in which aesthetic and creative works are inseparable from the politics in Asian American historical experiences. We will start with the Asian exclusion era and explore the important concepts of race, gender, labor, and class that have shaped this term from the late 19th-century onward. We will then examine the role of war and empire in driving the Asian refugee resettlement in the latter half of the 20th century. We will end the course with more contemporary issues of how Asian American experiences are related to the 9/11 terrorist attacks, undocumented immigration, and the current global pandemic. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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24 | CI2407 | Chinese and Japanese Christian Literature | 2 | 32 | Cultural Exchange and New Forms of Civilization | School of Liberal Arts | Chloë Starr | Yale Divinity School, New Haven, USA | This course traces the (sometimes fleeting) development of a Christian literature in China and Japan from late Imperial times to the end of the twentieth century, with particular focus on the heyday (in China) of the 1920s and 30s, and on the Japanese side, on Endo Shusaku’s post-war novels. Using texts in Chinese and in English translation, we examine how Christian ideas and metaphors have permeated the literary—and revolutionary—imagination in East Asia. The influence of Christianity on literature came directly through the bible and church education, and indirectly through translated European and western literature. We test the assertion that the church and Christian life were part of social reality for early twentieth century Chinese intellectuals, and explore the aesthetic visions and construction of the human being that developed out of this social scene. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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25 | DF2401 | Research Frontier in Finance and Chinese Stock Market | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Finance | CAI Jinghan | University of Scranton | Twenty years ago, research on the Chinese stock market had a very low frequency of appearance in top-tier financial journals. However, currently, many research papers based on the Chinese stock market have emerged in top-tier journals. There are several reasons for this shift. On one hand, the continuously growing and expanding Chinese economy and stock market have gained significant global importance. On the other hand, the Chinese stock market possesses unique features such as its IPO system, trading system, investor structure and behavior, R&D and innovation, among others. Additionally, the Chinese stock market faces distinct challenges that are different from those in the United States and other markets. Therefore, it is crucial for students to understand the importance and uniqueness of the Chinese stock market and the challenges she faces. This course follows a hybrid module, combining theory teaching with research paper seminars. Through this course, students will gain an understanding of the standards, elements, and methodology of empirical finance. They will learn to apply the research methodology paradigm to the Chinese stock market. The will understand that empirical finance is not data-driven but theory/phenomenon driven. It is essential to comprehend the mechanisms and theories behind the data in order to produce robust results and high-quality empirical research. In summary, in this course, students will be encouraged to keep an open mind and strive to understand the Chinese stock market. They will learn to use solid methods to tell an authentic China story. This course does not focus on technical details. Instead, it aims to broaden students' horizons and provide a comprehensive view of what constitutes good empirical finance research on the Chinese stock market. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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26 | DF2402 | Experimental Economics | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Finance | Jingnan Chen | University of Exeter, United Kingdom | This module offers an introduction to Experimental Economics and how it can be applied to the understanding of individual decision making and micro economic related issues. This module explains how to design and run economic experiments and how to analyze the collected data in order to evaluate and validate the associated behavioral hypothesis. Policy or managerial implication will also be considered. This module offers students the opportunity to develop their research skills, and to apply micro economic analysis and state of the art experimental tools (e.g., oTree) to up-to-date real world issues. In particular, the module aims to introduce students to issues and principles of experimental design, conduct and analysis across the areas which have been the main subject matter of experimental economics - markets, public goods, game theory and individual decision making. It will encourage students to consider the scope and limitations of 'laboratory' experiments in economics and to compare this research tool with others such as surveys and field experiments. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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27 | DF2404 | Hedge Fund and Its Strategies | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Finance | LIU Zhenya | Renmin University of China | The course will introduce the main trading strategies used by hedge funds and provides a methodology to analyze them. In this course, the trading strategies are illustrated using real data and students learn to use "back-testing" to evaluate a strategy. The course also discusses how trading works, performance measurement, transaction costs and liquidity risk, optimal trading, margin requirements, risk management, and portfolio construction. Through a systematic treatment of these issues as well as a selection of case studies, this course aims at cultivating and enhancing the participants’ skills of theorization and making them better prepared for further working in the hedge fund or asset management companies. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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28 | DF2405 | Copyright Law in Creative Economy | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Law | JIN Haijun | Renmin University of China | Copyright protects creative works and plays important role in creative economy. Today, with the development of digital technology and internet, there are much more challenges in the field of creative industries, as well as the opportunities. The study of these issues can help to understand the relationship between copyright and creative economy, such as how to make a legal framework for promoting creative works and innovative models, and how to keep a balance between the incentive for author and the access of work for the public. This course will analysis the cases and statutory rules in particular categories including news, media, music, film and sports, for purpose of understanding the current developments in China and other jurisdictions and increasing the ability to solve these problems. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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29 | DF2406 | Intellectual Property Laws and Regimes in Major Asian Economies | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Law | LIU Kung-Chung | Renmin University of China | The economic significance of major Asian economies is overwhelming, and so are their intellectual property (IP) industries. However, insufficient attention has been paid to Asian IP laws and their relationship with intellectual assets. The course sets to take a pan-Asia and integrated approach to explore “Why Asian IP laws and assets?”, “What are the features of Asian IP laws and assets?”, and “How can Asian IP laws/industries benefit the rest of the world?” and “How can major Asian economies become IP norm-setters, rather than norm-takers”? This course will discover features of three basic intellectual laws, copyright, patent and trademark, in major Asian economies, including China, India, Japan, Korea, Singapore and Taiwan, and to a lesser degree HK, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand. It will also deal with the protection and over-protection of trade secrets in those economies. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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30 | DF2407 | Contemporary Urban Management Methods for Environmental Sustainability | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Hans Detlef Kammeier | Technical University Berlin, Germany | As the short course is defined as a component of the Summer School which is open to students (both undergraduate and postgraduate) from any academic specialization who take interest in the broad subject offered in this course.This course includes urbanization theory and models, urban planning and management methodology, urban management and environment, urban environmental management methods, regional planning, housing and sustainable development,etc. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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31 | DF2408 | Responsible land management - theory and practice from an international perspective | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Walter Timo de Vries | Technical University Munich | The course addresses concepts, theories, practices, cases and exercises in responsible land management from an international perspective. Participants will learn how and why land management is necessary; how land allocation and distribution can be observed, designed, regulated and calculated; which instruments, tools, methods and laws exist to guide land management decisions in different countries; which models and concepts exist to administer and register land rights, land use, land tenure and land transactions; how and when to execute land consolidation projects; how to design and measure indicators of urban and rural land development; how to design land policies; and, how to design software in the context of land management problems. The mode of teaching and learning is a combination of participatory and interactive lectures, guided discussions, class-based role plays, practical (hands-on) exercises and software-based assignments. The course is relevant for students from multiple scientific and professional domains which have to deal with land problems and solutions – both within the field social sciences, public administration and humanities, technical sciences and engineering, life sciences, environmental ecology and landscape architecture. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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32 | DF2410 | Property and Real Estate Law | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | GOO SAY HAK | THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG | In this course, students gain an in-depth understanding of specialized legal issues in property law and land and real estate law that typically arise in the acquisition of property, the housing management industry, the real estate industry, urban planning, construction and land development practices. The purpose of this course is to enable students to master basic property law and real estate legal knowledge through a simple and easy-to-understand teaching method, so that they can identify and deal with relevant legal issues. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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33 | DF2411 | Critical Urban Studies in and beyond Asia | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Yimin Zhao,Hyun Bang Shin | Renmin University of China,The London School of Economics and Political Science | This course aims to introduce the frontier of global urban studies, attending particularly to the urban dynamics in China and Asia. In this course, students are expected to gain: ▪ A critical understanding of the contemporary debates on urban processes; ▪ Comparative knowledge of urban changes across Asia and how Asia can be used as a method to contribute to the building of critical theories; ▪ A critical understanding of socio-spatial footprints of urban processes | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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34 | DF2412 | Global Cities: Social Change, Gentrification and Planning | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Chris Hamnett | King's College London | The course focuses on patterns and processes of change in the worlds major developed cities and the associated planning and governance issues.. It will look at London, Paris, Amsterdam, Beijing etc. It will examine some of the big theoretical debates about global cities and globalization and the economic change over the last 50 years. Then it focuses on social class and income changes and resultant changes in housing and residential structure. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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35 | DF2413 | Creative and Critical Thinking in Social Sciences | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Bing Ran | Pennsylvania State University | This course, titled “Creative and Critical Thinking in Social Sciences”, is dedicated to exploring and cultivating creative and critical thinking within the realm of social sciences. Designed for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students, the course aims to equip learners with the tools and perspectives necessary to analyze and engage with complex social issues innovatively and thoughtfully. Throughout the course, students will delve into various methodologies and theoretical frameworks that drive innovation and critical analysis in social sciences. We will explore how creative thinking can be harmoniously integrated with critical evaluation to generate new insights and solutions to societal challenges. Interactive lectures, case studies, and group discussions will form the core of the learning experience, encouraging students to apply these concepts to real-world scenarios. Assignments and projects are designed to challenge conventional thinking and foster a deeper understanding of how critical and creative thinking can be applied in social research and practice. By the end of this course, students will have developed a robust skill set in creative problem-solving and critical analysis, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to their respective fields in the social sciences. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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36 | DF2414 | GIS Applications in Social Sciences | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Minrui Zheng,CHEN Xueming | Renmin University of China,Virginia Commonwealth University | Geographic Information Systems (GIS) refers to tools and techniques for handling, analyzing, and presenting spatial data. GIS has become a powerful tool for social sciences applications over the past few decades, permitting lines of scientific inquiry that would not otherwise be possible. This course provides an introduction to GIS, focusing on how it may be applied to common needs in the social sciences, such as economics, sociology, public health, and urban geography. Students will learn basic GIS concepts as applied to specific research questions through lectures, lab exercises, and in-class demonstrations. This course is designed to be “hands-on” and so demos and labs will be featured in nearly every session. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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37 | DF2415 | Introduction to Comparative Politics | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of International Studies | Leslie Holmes | University of Melbourne | This subject introduces students to comparative politics. There are many approaches to this subject, but most analysts agree that it involves comparing at least two - and often more - units of political analysis (e.g. states, types of political system, areas of policy). It can also be interpreted as comparing individual countries with ideal-types of system; this is the principal method used in this course. The primary units for comparison in this subject are types of political system (e.g. authoritarianism, hybrid, democracy) and actual states – including the USA; Russia; France; Iran. At appropriate points, comparisons will be made with China. A major theme will be the extent to which political culture (which will be defined) appears to explain differences between political systems. The subject ranges across various types of system around the world and represents a useful way of learning the salient features of the political systems of a number of significant but very different countries. The course will be taught using PowerPoint presentations, which will be made available to students following each class. Furthermore, a list of key terms will be given to students before each class, so that they can check definitions before the lecture. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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38 | DF2416 | Understanding the Workplace: Management, Leadership, and Education | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Education | Izhar Oplatka | Tel Aviv University | The course makes the students familiar with the major characteristics of work organizations and with their management, in general, and in educational organizations, in particular from a historical, psychological and sociological perspectives. During the eight meetings, the students will learn about the structural, cultural and managerial aspects of public and educational organizations, their complex definitions, and the challenges faced by organizational (and educational) leaders worldwide. Likewise, a special attention will be given to the distinctive features of non-profit educational organizations due to the particular characteristics of schools and HE institutions as organizations and the complex aspects of teaching as a semi-profession. At the end of the course the students will realize how contexts shape and reshaped in the workplace and will gain deeper understanding of educational leadership as a craft of multiple styles depending on a host of factors. To enrich the learning experiences of the students, the lecturer will present different case studies from Asia and Europe to illustrate how managers face with dilemmas and difficulties during their career. | 2024-07-01 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-03 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-05 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-08 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-10 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-12 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-15 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-17 18:00-21:30 |
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39 | DF2417 | Why Nations Succeed: Frontiers in Development Economics | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Economics | Wang Xiaobing | The University of Manchester | This course provides a theoretical framework that emphasizes state capacity and government capacity in a market economy in an attempt to address the development problems in developing countries. It proposes a new paradigm for economic development. The following issues are discussed in-depth: 1) The essence of modern economic growth is the continuous innovation in technology and industrial upgrading, the continuous improvement of labor productivity, as well as the continuous improvement of hard infrastructure and soft institutional arrangements to reduce transaction costs, and enables economic transformation. 2) Provides a solid theoretical basis for the concept of "national competitiveness". The focus of national competitiveness theory is on how to improve the productivity and living standards of a country, while the theory of comparative advantage of trade is mainly about how to explain trade. 3) From the origin of the state, we discuss the government's five basic functions in economic development. 4) Good mechanism design is the basic guarantee of an efficient market economy system. The theory of mechanism design provides us with a solid theoretical basis in how the government carries out better system design. 5) The state is the key to curbing rent-seeking behavior and encouraging constructive entrepreneurship. Government and government officials with entrepreneurial spirit are the main driving force of economic development and effective institutional change. 6) Why the state can promote economic growth. Why the state is the driving force for institutional change. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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40 | DF2418 | Stories in Public Policy; Public Policy in Stories | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Labor and Human Resources | HE Jingwei | The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | This short-term course aims to equip undergraduate students with conceptual and theoretical abilities that are essential for understanding the complex world of public policy. The course will be delivered through a fascinating series of real-world policy cases. Theoretical knowledge will be illustrated with a variety of real-world cases from the Asian context. Students are expected to closely follow the instructor in class and actively participate in seminar discussion and group project. | 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-14 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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41 | DF2419 | Business Ethics and Global CSR | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Labor and Human Resources | RYU Keikoh | Ritsumeikan University | This course is designed to provide an analysis and examination of significant contemporary ethical issues and challenges existing throughout the professional business arena. Emphasis will be placed upon the manager’s social and environmental responsibilities to a wide variety of stakeholders, including employees, customers and the public. Ethical dilemmas and decision-making frameworks and approaches at the personal, organizational and societal levels will be explored. Student engagement in real-world applications and issues are a critical portion of the course. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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42 | DF2420 | Social Welfare in East Asia: A Comparative Analysis | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Labor and Human Resources | Kim, Byung Cheol | Renmin University of China | This course aims to deepen students’ understanding of the major concepts that inform the study of social welfare in East Asia. This course mainly examines the developmental change in East Asia and the evolution of its policy response in times of demographic change. This course, from the perspective of historical research, basically introduces the evolution of social welfare, its reform process and its effect of reform in East Asia. | 2024-07-02 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-04 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-06 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-09 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-11 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-13 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-16 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-18 14:00-17:30 |
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43 | DF2421 | Different Versions and different Readings of the first three Chapters of Karl Marx's Capital vol. one | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Marxism Studies | Michael Heinrich | Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin | Michael Heinrich is a German scientist, he studied mathematics and political science in Heidelberg and (West)Berlin. He did his PhD in social science and economics (Thesis: The Science of Value. Marx’s Critique of Political Economy between Classical Tradition and Scientific Revolution). For several years he was collaborator of Marx Engels Gesamtausgabe (MEGA-2), from 2001 to 2016 he was professor of economics at Hochschule für Wissenschaft und Technik Berlin (HTW). In 2016 he was visiting professor at the University of Nanjing. His books and articles about Marx are translated in 16 languages, a Chinese translation of his Kritik der politischen Ökonomie. Eine Einführung appeared at Nanjing University Press in 2021. He is currently working on a multi-volume study on the biography of Marx and the development of his work (Karl Marx and the birth of the Modern Society). The first volume appeared in 2018 in Germany, at the moment a Chinese translation is in progress. | 2024-07-01 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-03 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-05 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-08 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-10 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-12 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-15 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-17 18:00-21:30 |
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44 | DF2422 | The Economic-Philosophical Method of Marx's Political Economy—The Unity of The Young and Late Marx | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Marxism Studies | Tomonaga Tairako | Hitotsubashi University | The course aims (1) to comprehend Marx's method of the political economy in his Economic Manuscripts of 1857-1867 in terms of reification (Versachlichung), thingification (Verdinglichung) and alienation (Entfremdung). These three key-concepts also play a crucial role in the Eonomic-Philosophical Manuscripts of 1843-44 by the young Marx. Thus, the course enables us to comprehend the methodological unity between the young and late Marx. (2)The course focuses on Marx's concept of productive forces of capital (Productionskrafte des Kapitals), by which Marx understands the coalescence of production relations with productive forces as a result of reification-thingification which characterizes the capitalist mode of production, in which sciences are modified as reified-thingified capital, integrated into indispensable elements of productive forces of capital. (3)The third subject of the course focuses on the transformation of Marx's idea of the historical developments of the human being from the young Marx to the late Marx. The late Marx recognizes the small-scale peasantry common to all premdern societies as a positive driving force of the human history, which is crucial for Marx to overcome his former eurocentric idea of human history. | 2024-07-02 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-04 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-06 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-09 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-11 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-13 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-16 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-18 14:00-17:30 |
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45 | DF2423 | Forests and Forestry Contributions to the Green Economy | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Wilhelmus A. de Jong | Kyoto University | This course focuses on forests and forestry issues to the extent that they relate to contemporary global environmental challenges. Human society is placed in environments, and people everywhere depend on environments for survival, economic growth, and physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. In recent decades, global demands on the world’s natural environments; its natural resources, habitats, biodiversity, environmental services have increased beyond what these environments can provide. This has been recognized since the late second half of the 20th century and global action has emerged to balance demands on natural habitats and resources and withdrawal that does not exceed sustainable provision. A new paradigm that has emerged over the last decade of a green economy, which promotes economic development that does not exceed environmental sustainability and brings material improvements to all. The green economy paradigm considers the value of forests to deliver benefit streams to human society. Forests provide timber, other forest products, regulation of climate and water flows, carbon capturing and storage, repository of biodiversity, spaces of leisure and spiritual wellbeing. Forest sciences, and especially academic specializations of forest policy and governance explore forests benefits to human society and how human society attempts to regulate and sustain forest these forest benefits, linking them directly to the green economy paradigm. The forest sciences themselves are diverse and cover a broad spectrum. This course will pursue a forest governance, forest policy focus that links forests and forestry to major global environmental challenges. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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46 | DF2424 | Applied Valuation Methods in Economics and Market Research | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Zhifeng Gao | University of Florida | This course focuses on the application of valuation methods that are frequently used for the valuation of market and non-market goods and services. We begin from the basic economic theory to derive the willingness to pay (WTP) measures, followed by learning empirical methods that can be used to elicit consumer WTP. Three key methods will be covered: choice experiments, contingent valuation, and experimental auctions. The pros and cons of each method will also be discussed. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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47 | DF2425 | Principles of Survey Design and Economic Valuation | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Wuyang Hu | Ohio State University | Surveys are widely used in economic data collection and research. Surveys appear in various situations and formats including government statistics data gathering, and individual researcher’s projects on macro- and microeconomic questions. This series of discussion focuses on survey questionnaire design and achieves two goals. First, the discussion will explore key survey design techniques and explain areas where mistakes often take place. This is set to help improve questionnaire design and data quality. The discussion will differentiate qualitative versus quantitative surveys. The second goal is to provide a summary of economic valuation methods commonly appear in surveys. The discussion will assess the limitation of economic valuation through surveys and investigate measures to reduce hypothetical bias. The talk will present plenty of examples and offer chances for the audience to practice what they learn. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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48 | DF2427 | International Food Marketing | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Holly Wang | Purdue University | Conducted in English, this course employs eight real cases from multi-national food and beverage firms to introduce the marketing decisions. At the beginning, we will introduce fundamental case analysis methods, and then each case will expose students to a different aspect of marketing. By reading, paper writing, answering questions, discussion, oral presentation, and debating in class, skills of actual decision making and oral and written English expression will be fostered. American active learning style will be adopted entirely to classroom teaching. We hope to train students with open-ended and critical thinking, as well as English communication skills through this course. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30 |
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49 | DF2428 | Food Market and Information Economics | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Yu Zhang | Texas A&M University | This course offers an in-depth experience of food market research through the applications of microeconomics, information economics, experimental and behavioral economics. The topics covered in this course include, supply and demand in food markets, market structures, food policies and welfare, marketing and business strategies (such as, pricing, product differentiation, advertising, merging & acquisition, etc.), and consumer market analysis. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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50 | DF2429 | Agricultural Marketing and Trade | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Ellen Goddard | University of Alberta | The course is about agricultural marketing and how to analyze markets and individual behaviour within markets. Topics such as grading, labeling and standards and regulation will be taught. At the moment there is a big push for sustainability so measuring , verifying and labeling sustainability in a way that encourages consumer demand will be discussed. The implications of adopting sustainable farming for farmers and supply chains will also be discussed. Differences in approaches by co-operatives and other types of firms will be presented. The importance of trade, trade in carbon credits and border adjustments to trade with different carbon regimes will be presented. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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51 | DF2430 | Global Agribusiness | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Linlin Fan | The Pennsylvania State University | The globalization of markets for food and agricultural products makes it essential to understand how international markets function and how they influence the options and choices of food companies and agribusinesses. Upon completion of this course, you should be able to articulate and apply theories and strategies for business success in a globalized food and agribusiness environment. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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52 | DF2431 | Valuation of Privately held Companies A Real Case | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Business | Jorge MERLADET | IE University, Madrid, Spain | During this course, students will develop a valuation model specifically for a real case of a midsize private company and two other special cases: an adaptation of the model for LBOs and a model for start-ups and venture capital. Parallel to the resolution of the cases, the students will be instructed on the core fundamentals of corporate valuation. They gain the in-depth knowledge required to adjust financial models to the specifics of complex situations such as illiquidity, control and others found in family and closely held companies. They will also learn about the most common M&A and private equity market practices.By the end of the course, they will present their offers to buy the company and discuss possible alternative outcomes to the case; finally, they will learn about the transaction that happened. Midsize companies are the heart of industrial Europe. Valuation techniques have mostly been developed in the US for larger corporations. Therefore, a combination of technical skills and social understanding is needed so they can be used in the context of family-owned and privately held companies in any country of the world, particularly in the heartland of Europe. The course will provide a close look at strategic and financial thinking as seen by the midmarket company's owner and CEO. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30 |
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53 | DF2432 | Case Studies of Securities Investment Analysis under Global Vision | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Business | WANG Dehong | Beijing Foreign Studies University | The course of securities investment case analysis from an international perspective, uses modern Python language, crawler technology and big data mining methods, to conduct basic analysis of investment cases in major global securities markets. Features of the course: 1) Summarize the common analysis types of securities investment, and classify them according to securities products, securities markets and analysis angles; 2) Combine Python language, crawler technology and big data mining method, and summarize the corresponding case analysis templates; 3) A case analysis template corresponds to a common type of securities investment analysis. This course has developed more than 50 analysis case templates. This course is based on the above case analysis template and has the following three characteristics: 1. CASES WITH INTERNATIONAL VISIONS: In the past, similar courses were limited to information sources, and only the securities market of one country/region could be used as an example, such as the securities market in mainland China; With the help of Python language and crawler technology, this course solves the problem of global data sources in securities investment analysis, and can make case comparative analysis from the perspective of major global securities markets, including not only the securities markets in mainland China, but also the securities markets in the United States, Japan, South Korea, India and Britain, Germany and France. To explain the problem easily, take a simple case analysis template as an example: compare the changing trend of index returns of two stock markets, and the name of the corresponding case analysis template is compare_stock. With this case analysis template, professors and students can compare the stock markets of major countries and regions in the world conveniently and quickly. Example 1: By analysing and comparing the changing trend of the return rate of Shanghai Composite Index in mainland China stock market and Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong stock market, we can use the case analysis template to describe it as follows: compare_stock(["000001.SS","^HSI"],"Annual Ret%","2020-4-1","2020-6-30") Among them, 000001 is the code of Shanghai Composite Index, SS stands for Shanghai Stock Exchange; ^HIS is the international code of Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong, China; Annual Ret% represents the rolling daily rate of return with an observation period of one year, and 2020-4-1 and 2020-6-30 respectively indicate the start and end dates of the case. Using crawler technology, the template can directly obtain the data needed for case analysis from the Internet, and with the help of Python language, it can quickly analyse the obtained data, and visually display the results of case analysis in the form of a figure as follows: Result analysis: It can be seen intuitively from the above figure: 1) The yield correlation between Hang Seng Index and Shanghai Composite Index in the second quarter of 2020 is high, and it has a certain degree of follow-up, that is, there is a certain consistency in the direction of ups and downs; 2) The yield of Shanghai Composite Index is obviously higher than Hang Seng Index; 3) The yield of Shanghai Composite Index changed from negative to positive after June, but the yield of Hang Seng Index was always negative; 4) If you invest in index products, Shanghai Composite Index is more attractive than Hang Seng Index. Example 2: Analysing and comparing the changing trend of the return rate of Shanghai Composite Index in mainland China stock market and Nikkei Index in Japanese stock market, the use of case analysis template can be described as follows: simply replace Hang Seng Index ^HSI of Example 1 with Nikkei Index ^N225. This analysis template allows students to focus more on the analysis results, instead of spending a lot of time downloading data and making figures. compare_stock(["000001.SS","^N225"],"Annual Ret%","2020-4-1","2020-6-30") Among them, ^N225 is the international code of Nikkei Index in Japanese stock market. International perspective of the case: Similarly, using this case analysis template, Shanghai Composite Index can also be compared with American stock market (using S&P 500 ^GSPC or Dow Jones ^DJI), Korean stock market (using Korean Composite Index ^KS11), Australian stock market (using Australian index ^DJAU), British stock market (using British FTSE 100 index FTSE), French stock market (using French CAC40 index ^FCHI) German stock market (using German DAX index ^GDAXI), Russian stock market (using Russian RTS index RTSI.ME) and even Indian stock market (using Bombay sensitive index ^BSESN) can quickly compare market returns. Therefore, a case analysis template can greatly expand students' international vision of securities analysis. There are already more than 50 kinds of similar securities analysis templates in this course, which can cover a large number of typical securities case analysis scenarios. 2. UPDATEABLE CASES: A case of securities investment analysis often includes a large amount of information, and the collection, collation, analysis, and calculation of these information often require a lot of time and energy. However, the information often has strong timeliness. An outdated case is far less attractive to students than a case with current information. The problem is that updating a case of securities investment analysis needs to re-find a large amount of latest information, rearrange this information and re-run the results of model calculation and analysis, which consumes a lot of time and energy, and leads to the case writers being discouraged and difficult to ensure that the case information "keeps pace with the times"; With the help of Python language and crawler technology, this course solves the problem of updating case information, and provides new case analysis conclusions based on new case information by using big data mining method. Example 3: In the above example 2, the time of making the case was at the beginning of July 2020, so the data obtained was as of June 30, 2020. If the professor teaches at the beginning of November 2020, the data of this case will be somewhat outdated. If the deadline of case data can be updated to the end of October 2020, the timeliness of the case will be stronger, and students will be more interested, which will help improve students' enthusiasm for learning cases. However, for professors, it takes a lot of time and energy to update the cases, and some professors are unwilling to spend energy and time to update the previously prepared cases. With the help of the case analysis template, it will become very simple to update the case. As long as the deadline of June 30, 2020 in Example 2 is directly changed to October 31, 2020, the case analysis template can directly give the latest analysis chart: compare_stock(["000001.SS","^N225"],"Annual Ret%","2020-4-1","2020-10-31") Using this method, the vast majority of securities analysis cases in this course can "keep pace with the times", keep the data always in the latest state, and greatly enhance the practicality of case analysis. 3. HEREDITABLE CASES: With the help of the case analysis template, after a professor teaches a case, students can quickly align and draw inferences from one to another, thus quickly creating a new case that belongs to the students themselves, which can greatly enhance the enthusiasm of students to participate in case analysis. Example 4: The above-mentioned example 3 compares the returns of Shanghai Composite Index and Nikkei Index. If students want to compare the returns of Japanese and Korean stock market indexes after lectures, they can directly replace the Shanghai Composite Index in the case analysis template with Korean Composite Index ^KS11, and they can get a comparison figure of the returns of Korean and Japanese stock market indexes: compare_stock(["^KS11","^N225"],"Annual Ret%","2020-4-1","2020-10-31") If students also want to compare the returns of German and French stock market indexes, they can replace the Shanghai Composite Index (Nikkei Index) in Example 3 case analysis template with German DAX Index ^GDAXI (French CAC40 Index ^FCHI), and they can directly get the return comparison figure of German and French stock market indexes: compare_stock(["^GDAXI","^FCHI"],"Annual Ret%","2020-4-1","2020-10-31") By using this method, students can quickly draw inferences from others about the vast majority of securities analysis cases in this course, and quickly derive many similar analysis cases, which can effectively enhance students' enthusiasm for learning securities analysis and escalate their learning effect. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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54 | DF2433 | Critique of Anthropology | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Duran Bell, Jr. | University of California, Irvine | This course sends the student into the very distant past, into the Late Pleistocene, 120 to 12 thousand years ago. It begins with an examination of the archaeology of this period, with a focus on the migrations of hunter-gatherers from Africa into Europe and Asia. On the basis of a careful study of the archaeology, climatology and genetics that apply to this period, the course reveals the corruption of European archaeology. In the second part of the course, we begin with an original theory of the dynamics of prehistoric hunter-gatherer social organization. And in a very provocative chapter, there is a fierce critique of the prevailing perspective of anthropologists regarding the lifeways of a contemporary tribe of hunter-gatherers in southern Africa. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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55 | DF2434 | China in the Anthropocene | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Schatz Merle | Göttingen University | China in the Anthropocene: Anthropocene is the age in which human influences determine the development of ecosystems and thus the basis of future life. Anthropocene discourses address the impact of human activities on nature, question the economics of growth and reflect on the ways in which nature and culture, knowledge and politics are interconnected. In this course, we will identify relevant regional social and environmental challenges and discuss them also in the context of China's political and socio-economic development. One aim is to understand the Chinese concept of “Ecological Civilization” and how it contributes to global anthropogenic discourses. Related keywords: Ecological environment, green development, social harmony, institutions, cultural heritage, local knowledge, responsibility, future | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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56 | DF2435 | Popular Culture and Cultural Theory | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Hongwei BAO | University of Nottingham, UK | This course surveys a brief history and some key concepts and theories in British cultural studies, otherwise known as the Birmingham School of Cultural Studies, which is an influential scholarly field dedicated to the study of contemporary society and culture. The course aims to cover topics and cultural theories including Marxism, semiotics, psychoanalysis, discourse theory, structuralism, poststructuralism, feminism, queer theory, postcolonialism and critical race studies, youth culture and subculture, as well as media audience and fan studies. But it approaches these topics in a pragmatic manner: by paying attention to their relevance to and use in contemporary society and culture, this course also critically reflects on how cultural studies travel from the West to the Chinese context. This course encourages students to conduct independent research on contemporary social and cultural issues by making use of cultural theories and primary sources. It equips students with a solid understanding of key cultural theories and critical skills to use them in the analysis of contemporary society and popular culture. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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57 | DF2436 | Event History and Survival Analysis | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | GUO Shenyang | Washington University in St. Louis | Survival analysis is a collection of statistical methods used to address questions that have to do with whether and when an event of interest takes place. It is “the analysis of data that correspond to the time from a well-defined time origin until the occurrence of some particular event or end-point (Collett, 1994).” In this workshop, participants will learn fundamental concepts and skills to conduct survival analysis, and know how to apply these techniques to social, behavioral, and health research. The topics covered by this workshop include types of censoring mechanisms, descriptive methods for survival data (i.e., the Kaplan-Meier method and comparison of survival functions between groups), the discrete-time models, the piecewise exponential model, the Cox proportional hazards model, multivariate analysis of autocorrelated time-to-event data, and statistical power analysis pertaining to survival modeling. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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58 | DF2437 | Societies and Genomics | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | GUO Guang | University of North Carolina | Rapid developments in molecular genetics over the past quarter century have undermined an assumption still common in mainstream social sciences -- that individuals are about the same at birth (either a “blank slate” or not) and that the observed differences across individuals are due entirely to environmental influences. This course examines a number of traditional areas in sociology and other social sciences in light of these advances in molecular genomics. The course emphasizes big pictures and “relevance” rather than technical details. This course is designed to be accessible to students in non-science majors such as sociology, psychology, political science, history, and business. It does not have a prerequisite skill or course as a condition for enrollment. The course is not aimed at turning students into researchers, but provides sufficient and intuitive training so that genomics literature in social science context will be understood. At the same time, the course helps the science group develop a broader view. These students would be exposed to areas beyond disease and medicine such as health behavior, race/ethnicity/ancestry, gender/sex, peer/friend influences, and ethical issues in genomics-related studies. The course focuses on how advances in molecular genomics over the past decades benefit sociology and other social sciences. The course examines potential ways in which human genomic and epigenomic information can be incorporated into social sciences. Topics include an introduction to traditional biometrics (inferring genetic influences using genetically related individuals without using molecular information); an introduction to basic principles of molecular genetics; joint influences of social contexts and genetic heritage to human behaviors; history of human evolution and contemporary race/ethnicity; evolutionary psychology; sex, gender, and genomics; ethical, legal, and social issues in genetic studies (ELSI); genetic testing; and epigenetics – the potential links between genes and environment. The course will review the methods that are used for investigating these topics. Although the course material includes some of cutting-edge topics in social sciences, it does not have a prerequisite skill or course as a condition for enrollment. Many topics including health behaviors, race/ethnicity, gender, and ELSIs are examined around how scholars pose problems, discover solutions, resolve controversies, and evaluate knowledge. The course is designed to encourage active learning, self-directed inquiry, and students taking responsibility for producing knowledge. The course is also designed to develop students’ oral and verbal communication skills. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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59 | DF2438 | Social Welfare Plannin | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Min Zhan | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | This course introduces students to the theory and practice of social welfare planning. The course is designed to help students apply concepts and methods to their specific social work fields of interest. Content includes a review of policy analysis, needs assessment, establishing goals and objectives, program design, budgeting, management information systems, and program evaluation | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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60 | DF2439 | Historical Sociology of Globalization and Deglobalization | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Beverly J. Silver | Johns Hopkins University | In the last decade of the 20th century and the first decade of the 21st century, it was widely believed that processes of globalization—a widening and deepening integration of economies and societies on a world-scale—were unstoppable. However, over the past decade, in the context of financial crises, pandemics and heightened geopolitical tensions, the idea that we have entered a period of “deglobalization”—with disruptions in global supply chains, protective trade policies, and restrictions on the cross-border movement of human beings—has become common. This course seeks to understand the recent shift from “globalization” to “deglobalization” by comparing the present to past periods of “deglobalization”. The course begins with introductory lectures that set out the globalization/deglobalization problematic, key debates in the literature, theoretical-conceptual tools and frameworks. The following five lectures examine the problem of historical waves of globalization/deglobalization from successive angles of vision: (1) the recurrent rise/demise of finance capitalism; (2) war; (3) the (formal/informal) organization of business enterprises; (4) social cohesion and conflict as mechanisms of global social change; and (5) great divergences/convergences in wealth and power over the longue durée of historical capitalism. The course concludes by pointing to lessons for the present from past dynamics. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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61 | DF2440 | Introduction to Social Thought and Social Theory | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Vineeta Sinha | National University of Singapore | This course introduces classical social thought and social theory to develop a critical appreciation of this body of knowledge, raising fundamental questions about the social and intellectual forces that led to the rise of sociological theory. We will concentrate on the contributions of four major thinkers, three of whom are familiar names to students of sociology, i.e., Karl Marx (1818 1883), Max Weber (1864 1920) and Emile Durkheim (1857-1917), whilst the last will be a novelty for most, Harriet Martineau (1802-1876). The inclusion of an unconventional figure like Harriet Martineau within this fold represents my attempt to think explicitly about the logic, rationale and historical process by which the sociological canon is constructed and how it notes and marks some individuals as social thinkers and theorists but not others. The larger effort is to interrupt the un-reflexive reproduction and dissemination of what has been defined as the canon of classical sociological thought. The course attends to the blind spots of Eurocentrism and Androcentrism in the construction of the sociological canon. In what ways can the ideas and arguments of these figures, their concepts and methods, still inform sociological analyses of the world we live it? What is the relevance of these theories to our own condition today? Students are encouraged to see connections between the theories presented to them and ‘real life’ and to apply theories to making sense of contemporary phenomena, events and processes beyond the classroom. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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62 | DF2441 | Social Work Intervention Research | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Wen Li | Rutgers University | Intervention research is an essential aspect of social work as a profession and research discipline. Intervention research provides important theoretical and empirical foundation to evidence-based social work practice and programs that bring positive changes to individuals, families, and communities. The purpose of this course is to prepare students in the disciplines of social work and other related social science areas with the knowledge and skills needed to design and evaluate interventions that address clinical and/or social needs and problems. The course will teach students to (1) identify appropriate interventions at the individual, interpersonal, familial, organizational, and/or community levels that will address a clinical and/or social need; (2) describe and apply a logical sequence of research activities that guides the design, implementation, analysis, and evaluation of a specific intervention; (3) apply theory construction strategies and techniques for intervention development; (4) apply appropriate research methodology in developing and evaluating intervention; (5) apply appropriate statistical and/or qualitative approach to analyze the evaluation data; and (6) understand the process for disseminating, generalizing, and translating intervention research findings to community practice settings. This course will introduce the application of methods, such as randomized controlled trails and community participatory research, in intervention research. | 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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63 | DF2442 | Introduction to Gerontological Social Work and Aging Services in the U.S. | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Fei Sun | Michigan State University | This course is designed for students in the fields of social work and gerontology. It takes the experience and lessons from the practice of social work with older adults and social policies in the United States as examples. The course examines the comprehensive needs of the aging population from a life course perspective, including physiological, physical, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects. Special emphasis is placed on marginalized groups such as older individuals with cognitive impairments, rurally impoverished older adults, and the health and caregiving need of Chinese older adults. The course explores recent evidence-based practices in geriatric social services in the United States and the corresponding policy systems from both the micro perspective of individuals and families and the macro perspective of communities and social policies, providing students with insights into cross-cultural practices. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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64 | DF2443 | Tourism in China, Europe and Italy in comparison: sustainability, competitiveness, innovation and big data | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Statistics | Guido Ferrari | University of Florence | The tourism sector is a major driver of economic growth and an engine for job creation. In recent decades, it has experienced continued expansion and diversification and has become one of the largest and fastest-growing economic sectors globally. Tourism can have a positive impact on the livelihoods of women and men, lift communities out of poverty, drive prosperity and generate economic and social benefits in the countries of destination. It has a multiplier effect across economic sectors – such as accommodation and food services, agriculture, retail and transport – and when sustainably managed can contribute to economic diversification, enhance local culture and products, promote local enterprises and support job creation. In this course, in the above framework, the most recent developments of the tourism sector will be analysed and discussed, namely: its economic, social and environmental sustainability, the competitiveness and its measurement, the degree of innovation and digitalization of tourism industries and tourists, the state of the sector after the Covid-19 epidemic and the relevance and use of big data. Comparisons will be carried out among China, Europe and Italy, and a special attention will be devoted to the illustration of the cultural tourism in Tuscany, the cradle of the Renaissance, and its capital city Florence. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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65 | DF2444 | Applied Statistical Methods and Data Analysis | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Statistics | Bei Jiang | University of Alberta | Methods of data analysis useful in applied research, including repeated measures and longitudinal data analysis, non-linear regression, and multivariate techniques. Applications to real data will be emphasized, including case studies and real data applications. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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66 | DF2445 | Supervised, Unsupervised, and Reinforcement Learning | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Statistics | Linglong Kong | University of Alberta | Topics to be covered include linear model, support vector machine, tree-based method, ensemble learning, non-parametric methods, model assessment and inference, principal component analysis, factor analysis, cluster analysis, deep neural network, reinforcement learning, and conformal inference. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-19 14:00-17:30 |
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67 | DF2446 | Statistical Thinking and Its History | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | Institute of Statistics and Big Data | Feifang Hu | Renmin University of China | This course introduces the statistical thinking and its history. Data (information) arises from both experimental and observational studies and in a wide range of applications e.g. biomedical, pharmaceutical, social sciences, business, reliability etc. Statistical thinking plays a more and more important role in collecting, understanding and analysis of these information. In this course, we will provide a journal of some great statistical ideas and methods from historical point of view. Course Outline: Statistics in 17th and 18th centuries, from games of chance (gambling) to probability. Normal distribution: the history, main properties and the importance. The method of least squares: the history, main idea, and the importance. The idea of likelihood: the history, the applications, and the importance. Hypothesis and P-value: the history, main idea, and the importance. The design of experiments: the history, main idea, and the importance. Design of clinical trials and modern drug developments. Bayesian statistics: the history, main idea, and the importance. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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68 | DF2447 | Intercultural Communication | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Journalism and Communication | Hairong Feng | University of Minnesota, Duluth USA | This course provides an overview of the field of intercultural communication. The purpose of this course is to expand your understanding of the role of culture in shaping the ways in which we communicate with and relate to others. Culture can be broadly defined as a system of taken-for-granted assumptions about the world that influences how we think, feel, and act. This course will introduce you to major theories and concepts of intercultural communication from a variety of perspectives, and we will look at many of the different processes that make up cultural differences, and examine how these theories and concepts can guide us to communicate competently in intercultural communication settings. In addition, we will engage in critical discussions about the role of culture and communication in (re)constructing the collective human reality. Issues of identity, relationships, power, and control, as well as ways of transcending cultural and ethnic differences will be discussed. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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69 | DF2448 | Effective Intercultural Communication in Organizations | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Journalism and Communication | Y. Connie Yuan | Cornell University | The goal of this summer course on Effective Intercultural Communication is to expose students to cross-cultural differences in a wide range of topics, including values, religion , ethics, gender issues, and social norms, among others. Through in-class discussion of assigned readings, the course aims to help students gain cross-cultural competence in cognition, affect and behavior. Bytheendofthesemester,studentsshouldbeableto: •Identify, describe, explain and analyze different types of social contexts and their impacts on intercultural communication; •Identify, distinguish and explain historical, sociological and social psychological factorsthatmayinfluencedifferencesinvalues,attitudesandbehaviorsacross cultures; •Exhibitawarenessofselfasapartofculturebyseeingtheimpactofstudents’own cultureson their ownattitudes and behaviors, alongsidethe impact of cultureon others’attitudesandbehaviors; •Demonstratean appreciationofthecomplexityanddiversityofculture; •Identify, explain, compare and contrast verbal and nonverbal communication styles and patterns of various cultures; •Identify and describe the factors that affect the development of relationships, intercultural conflict resolution and process of acculturation; •Describe, explain, analyze, and practice components of intercultural competence. | 2024-07-08 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-09 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-10 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-11 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-15 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-16 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-17 18:00-21:30, 2024-07-19 18:00-21:30 |
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70 | DF2450 | Digital Technologies in Marketing Communication and Creative Media | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Information Resource Management | Jie Meng | Loughborough University | This module introduces the concept of analytics in digital marketing ideas and cases of industrial practices as it is widely practised in the 21st century and has become a megatrend of the digital era. This module introduces how the different approaches by marketing managers to support company strategic implementations are used and informed by their digital tools or related data. The module will be focusing the rationale and practice of digital marketing design, product, service, process, technology, and even ideology and how to generate meaningful results to help the business to develop innovative products/experiences or to streamline the business operation. Students will (1) understand the context and techniques in marketing contexts, (2) evaluate and apply suitable digital marketing ideas to reshape them by targeting customers, and (3) generate marketing intelligence for presentation. In the assessment, you will also have an opportunity to orally present in the group and write a written report on a digitalisation task emerging from your chosen scenario. To fully enjoy this module, you will need to be committed to seminar and workshop activities, extend your reading horizon, and spend some time off the class for group work. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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71 | DF2451 | The Application of Business Thinking in Product Strategy | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Information Resource Management | Lei Song | The Pennsylvania State University | Welcome to "The Application of Business Thinking in Product Strategy" course! In this dynamic and practical course, we will explore the intersection of business acumen and product strategy. Business thinking is a fundamental skill for navigating the complexities of the modern marketplace, and understanding how to apply it effectively in the realm of product strategy is essential for success. Throughout this course, we will delve into the strategic mindset required to develop and manage successful products. From market analysis and consumer behavior to competitive positioning and pricing, we will cover key aspects of business thinking that directly influence product strategy. Students will be learning 1) product-related business principles, generalizations, or theories, 2) how to apply these concepts to improve thinking, problem solving, and decisions, and 3) acquiring skills in working with others as a member of a product development team. In the assessment, you will have the opportunity to work as a group and orally present and write a written report on the development of a new product. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-02 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-11 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-19 14:00-17:30 |
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72 | DF2453 | Economic Regulation and Public Pricing | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Applied Economics | MU Xiaoyi | University of Dundee | This course will examine the rational for and methods of public pricing and regulation in market economy. The focus is on network industries. It draws upon recent theoretical and empirical advances in public economics and regulatory economics, and intends to provide students with an analytical framework for public policy analysis and a rigorous foundation for further study. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1) Understand the rational for public pricing and regulation in market economies; 2) Familiarize with common public pricing and regulation instruments, understand their respective strength and weakness. 3) Critically analyze recent developments in public pricing and regulation policies. | 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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73 | DF2454 | Spatial and Climate Change Economics | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Applied Economics | Anton Yang,Emiliano Lopez Barrera | Purdue University,Texas A&M University | This course delves into the inherent trade-offs and synergies arising from conflicting demands on the planet's finite resources. It investigates potential pathways for sustainable development in the upcoming decades within an economic modeling framework designed to incorporate insights from diverse disciplines. Notably, it is proven to be adaptable for integration by students from various fields, including agronomy, ecology, hydrology, biology, engineering, climate science, social sciences, economics, and agricultural economics. The course features theoretical discussions and leverages practical hands-on applications based on global quantitative models. | 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-19 14:00-17:30 |
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74 | DF2455 | Ancient Theories of the Soul | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Philosophy | George Karamanolis | University of Vienna | The concept of soul (psychê) occurs from very early on in Greek poetry and philosophy. The term refers to an entity that enables the body to live and operate as a living body, namely to move, to perceive, to digest, but also to think. A number of questions arise from very early on in ancient philosophers, which we find articulated for the first time in Plato, such as what the nature of the soul is, how it relates to body, how it motivates the body to carry out its living functions, but also how emotions arise, how we think, and so on. Plato and Aristotle deal extensively with such questions and so they do Hellenistic Philosophers and philosophers of late antiquity such as Plotinus. In this course we will review the most important ancient theories of the soul and will consider their ontological and ethical implications. This will be done by considering carefully some of the most important texts in this field, such as Plato’s Phaedo, Plato’s Republic, Aristotle’s De anima. | 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-19 14:00-17:30 |
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75 | DF2456 | Guardianship in Global Civilizations: A New Ethical Paradigm | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Philosophy | Tamara Albertini | University of Hawaii | Guardianship in Global Civilizations: A New Ethical Paradigm" invites students to embark on a transformative journey exploring the vital role of guardianship in shaping global ethics. This course delves into the intricate relationship between cultural stewardship and global harmony, challenging students to rethink traditional views on intercultural interactions. Through a blend of theoretical frameworks and real-world case studies, participants will gain insights into the ethical responsibilities of global citizenship. Engaging discussions will foster a deeper understanding of how guardianship can be a powerful tool in navigating and enriching our interconnected world. In this course we can redefine the boundaries of ethics and culture in the modern global landscape. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30,2024-07-02 8:00-11:30,2024-07-03 8:00-11:30,2024-07-04 8:00-11:30,2024-07-05 8:00-11:30,2024-07-15 8:00-11:30,2024-07-16 8:00-11:30,2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 | in person |
76 | DF2457 | The Economic System of the Real World in the View of Statistics | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Statistics | Helmut MAIER | Berlin School of Economics and Law | The course deals with the question whether there is an economic and financial system within the real world (defined as the natural world with all species including man). Using German philosopher Hegel’s approach (which reflects elements of Chinese Daoism), observations, statistical and economic tools, and natural laws, it uncovers its basic features (products, markets, means of payment, banking characteristics, etc.) thus confirms its existence. In doing so it extends economics to the whole ecosystem of earth including all species. Moreover, it shows its impact on Official Statistics especially Leontief’s input-output table including human material and biological production. Reflecting fundamental problems and phenomena of mankind in present (development of world population, aging, migrations, demographic change, poverty, financial crises, environmental issues, change of climate, pandemics) within this system, it uncovers different reasons and hence different responses of human society to enable a sustainable development in future as known up to now. Statistical result is a “System of National Account 5.0” including both material and social depreciations, and material and social future investments of domestic population, in order to harmonize the different measures of “wealth” and “poverty” in human society and the real world, and to monitor both economic and social development. | 2024-07-02 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 8:00-11:30 |
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77 | DF2458 | Using Generative AI for Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 2 | 32 | Forefront Disciplines and Research Methods | School of Information | CHEN Minder | California State University, Channel Islands | This course is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators with the knowledge and skills necessary to leverage Generative AI (GAI) tools in their ventures. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to generative AI technologies and their applications in startup methodologies. Participants will explore how AI tools can enhance creativity, streamline business model development, and foster innovative thinking. Prompt engineering techniques for large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Bard as well as image generation tools such as DALL·E 3 will be introduced. We will delve into various aspects of entrepreneurship, such as effectuation principles, the business model canvas, design thinking, and the customer development model. Additionally, the course covers lean startup methodologies, prototyping, growth hacking, venture financing, and strategies for scaling businesses. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, students will gain a deep understanding of how generative AI can be a powerful copilot in entrepreneurial ventures. The course culminates in a group project presentation, where students will demonstrate their proficiency in applying generative AI techniques to real-world entrepreneurial challenges. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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78 | IG2401 | Land Conflicts and Food Security | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Hossein Azadi | Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium | Land foundation human activity and it usually plays important role during war and civil violence. Land is the object of competition in a number of potentially overlapping ways: as an economic asset, as a connection with identity and social legitimacy, and as political territory. Land-related issues contribute to many violent disputes around the world. Understanding the role land plays in the conflicts of many nations can help policymakers develop strategies to ease tensions among groups, limit conflict, and potentially avoid violence and the poverty trap that comes from cyclical violence. Failure to address these bedrock issues may increase the likelihood of conflict and perpetuate poverty. Competition over land and its resources is at the center of the nexus between land and conflict. Competition can occur between any number and type of identity groups, whether based on ethnicity, religion, class, gender, or generation. When such competition involves groups of people, rather than individuals, the risk of larger-scale violence increases. Some conflicts grow directly out of competition over land, but land is often not the sole cause of conflict; other factors, such as ethnic or religious tensions or political marginalization contribute to conflict. To address land-related conflicts, it is essential to correctly identify the roles played by land in the conflict. Here the main questions are “What factors create vulnerability to land conflict, heighten unproductive competition, and exacerbate tension?”, “Are these factors the primary cause of conflict, or are there other contributing factors?” and “Is it helpful in this context to distinguish between land situations that create vulnerabilities to conflict and land trigger events? Overall, land conflict is one of the major causes of food insecurity in the world, particularly in developing countries. Many studies reveal that conflict is the key driver of food crisis in the world and countries which are experiencing prolonged conflicts have the long-term hunger situations. The effects of these conflicts contribute to disrupting production, which will lead to displacement and loss of lives at the end. Food security exists when all people, at all times, have physical and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. The term “food security” is used to describe food availability, access, and use at many levels, including the global, national, local, household, and intra household levels. Creating an environment conducive to agricultural growth and food security hinges upon prioritization of securing land and property rights of smallholders, investors, and other resource users. Today, a large proportion of the poor lack adequate and secure access to land and natural resources; global trends suggest that without adequate measures to respond to the growing demand for these assets, land conflicts is likely to become worse. Efforts to secure land and property rights in an effective and inclusive manner must rely on multi-stakeholder partnerships between government, private sector, and civil society actors, and must operate at all levels, from the local to the global. Therefore, this course will focus on identifying the relationship between land conflicts and food security and why land conflicts contribute to food insecurity. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-02 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-04 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-06 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-09 14:00-17:30 |
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79 | IG2402 | Land Transaction and Land Governance : Local and Global Concerns | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of Pubilc Administration and Policy | Hossein Azadi | Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium | Access to land is an imperative challenge for households, communities, and national decision-making authorities. Land is a unique resource because it is neither importable nor replaceable, and there is often an increasing competition between a large number of stakeholders over access to land. At the household level, family members argue over who inherits the family property. At the local level, neighbours dispute the position of their boundary. At the community level, farmers and pastoralists often compete to have more access and right to land, while governments may be known as big (inter)national land grabbers. All these drivers lead to the emergence of land governance as a key determinant of sustainable growth and poverty alleviation. In many countries, poorly managed urban expansion processes, inequitable access to land, tenure insecurity, unsustainable land use, poverty concentration in slums, lack of clarity on land rights, and resulting land conflicts have long been among the major issues that justify land management and policy responses to strengthen land tenure. Rising global food prices and demand for biofuels have recently heightened global interests in agricultural land resources in poor economic countries, resulting in increased international land transactions (ILTs). While opponents of ILTs have dubbed it “land grabbing,” proponents welcome the opening of the agricultural lands to foreign direct investment. There are rather limited courses explaining the motivations of investor and host countries that result in win-loss situations. Discussing different win-loss situations, this course entitled “Land Transaction and Land Governance: Local and Global Concerns” attempts to provide an explanation on the impact of ILTs in poor economic countries. More importantly, as the debate on “land grabbing” intensifies, understanding motivations of various actors in the land market becomes more important on which this course tries to shed light. In this aspect, “land governance, as a new distinct discipline has been offered that aims to enable students to address urgent global/local land right issues from several academic perspectives. Understanding these issues is indispensable for both practical and scholarly purposes. Thus, the course offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study land use planning experiences, practices and policies in order to equip students with the theoretical, policy and practical skills and tools to address the problems of developing and emerging economies. There are many weaknesses (e.g., a weak collaboration between public/private sectors and academic sector, weak political support, etc.) that are still hidden within the land administration system since it plays a critical role in the security of land tenure. This course will therefore focus on the role of good land governance on how to mitigate violent conflicts resulted by ILTs and land grabbing, and how good land governance can contribute to the security of land use rights. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-11:30 |
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80 | IG2403 | The International Political Economy of Development | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of International Studies | Carol Wise | University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA | This course analyzes the scholarship on international political economy (IPE) in a developing country context. We will begin the course with an analysis of China’s global rise and examine how the development literature has responded to this phenomenon. From here, we will focus on the conceptual and practical material related to development and the IPE. Taking the international setting as a constant, the course will probe the following questions: what accounts for the varying choice of development strategies between states over time? Can empirical links be drawn between the pursuit of a given strategy and the highly differential political economic performance between states in the IPE? What light do longstanding conceptual debates shed on the nature of a given country’s development strategy? Following our overview of current debates about development patterns within the global economy, we will briefly explore the intellectual history of IPE. We will then study such approaches as modern and neoclassical political economic analysis, sectoral arguments, and institutional-statist paradigms; the remainder of the course will be spent analyzing actual development paths, with particular attention paid to the explanatory frameworks advanced and the comparative outcomes witnessed between the “early” industrializers and those states that came much later to this game. Throughout the course, an overriding goal will be to inform our discussion through the integration of conceptual thinking about development with empirical analysis of the various international political and economic development trajectories that have emerged over time. | 2024-07-01 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-03 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-05 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-08 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-10 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-12 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-15 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-17 14:00-17:30 |
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81 | IG2404 | Great Powers, World Economy and Global Governance | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of International Studies | Henk Overbeek | Vrije University Amsterdam | Our world is characterized by more and more intense conflicts between the great powers, USA, EU and China in particular. These conflicts are caused by a variety of causes (historical, geopolitical, economic, ideological). The focus in this course will be on the economic and technological rivalry between the great powers. During the course students will learn to understand contemporary great power rivalries against the background of the historical evolution of the global economy. We will focus on the social and political dynamics of production, trade and finance, and we will also discuss the prospects for peaceful resolution of these conflicts through innovative forms of global governance. | 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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82 | IG2405 | Digital Future and Global Power | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of International Studies | Marco CEPIK | UFRGS (Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul) | This course seeks to comparatively analyze how the Southeast Asian (SEA) and Latin American and the Caribbean (LAC) countries and companies respond to the transition to the second Digital Age, which is driven by Big Data technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, semiconductors, and digital platforms. In 2020, the United States and China concentrated 90% of the market value of leading digital corporations. In 2021, according to the IMD digital competitiveness ranking, among the 64 countries surveyed, countries such as Malaysia (27), Thailand (38), Brazil (51), Indonesia (53), Mexico (54), Philippines (58), Colombia (59), and Argentina (61) continued to show constraints in several indicators of knowledge, technology, and readiness for digital transformation. The course will enable students to explain national and regional differences, including the role of China and the United States. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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83 | IG2406 | Appraising the Relations Between China, the United States and the European Union:Implications, Options and Opportunities | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of International Studies | Reinhard C. Heinisch | "University of Salzburg, Austria | The aim of the course is to assess the relationship between the three most influential economic and political powers in the world - the United States, China and the European Union. Over the past two decades, these powers have undergone significant internal changes amidst a dynamic international economic and political environment. On the one hand, the United States and Europe remain dependent on Chinese investment; on the other, they are wrestling with the extent to which they should view Beijing as a strategic geopolitical rival to be kept in check. Meanwhile, the US and Europe themselves are drifting apart politically and temperamentally, with the latter in particular fearing to miss out on the rise of East Asia. Weakened by ongoing financial problems, armed conflicts in areas of national importance and significant internal divisions, both Washington and Brussels are reassessing their global roles and offering Beijing new political opportunities to increase its international influence. The course will assess these developments, particularly from an American and European perspective, on the eve of the crucial US presidential election and immediately after the important European elections. | 2024-07-02 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-04 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-06 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-09 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-11 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-13 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-16 14:00-17:30, 2024-07-18 14:00-17:30 |
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84 | IG2407 | Grand Strategy in a Multipolar World and the Role of the European Union | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of International Studies | Sven Biscop | Egmont-Royal Institute of International Relations | We are living in a multipolar world. There are several great powers, i.e. states (or unions of states) whose decisions have global impact, but none of them has sufficient power to dominate world politics by itself. Those great powers cooperate, but they are competing with each other at the same time: for influence, resources, partners and prestige. This interaction determines world politics. This is about war or peace. In this context, understanding the Grand Strategies of the great powers is crucial: what are their objectives, which instruments are they deploying to pursue them, what is their resource base, who are their partners? Strategic thinking in general is essential in order to produce quality decision-making. This course starts looks at the concept of Grand Strategy by way of 10 characteristics and, at the same time, analyses the Grand Strategies of the US, China, Russia, and the EU. Each of the 10 characteristics is illustrated, moreover, with historical examples, and the strategic history of the current great powers is outlined. | 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 8:00-11:30 |
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85 | IG2408 | China in WW2: recent international understandings | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of International Studies | Felix Albrecht Boecking | University of Edinburgh | During the Second World War, the Republic of China was one of the major belligerents, and a key ally of the Western power and the USSR. And yet, the Chinese part in WW2 has not been reflected in the historiography and memory of this conflict outside China until recently. This course uses recent scholarship to explore how historians outside China have thought about the role of the "forgotten ally" (Rana Mitter) during the war, and the importance of the war for reshaping modern East Asia. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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86 | IG2409 | International Relations in Movies | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of International Studies | JIN Xi | Renmin University of China | This course is a film-based course that covers the basic topics appropriate for an introduction to international relations (IR). It targets undergraduate students with a variety of academic backgrounds and will be taught exclusively in English. The events in today’s world demonstrate more than ever the need to have a knowledge of certain IR fundamentals. Cinema, as one of the most influential art forms in the history of mankind, has tackled various aspects of international politics, and can provide access to the study of world politics in a simpler and more entertaining fashion. This course seeks to use popular movies - instead of merely relying on textbooks and lectures - as a medium, to cultivate an active learning environment, in which students can be acquainted with the core concepts, issues and theories of the IR discipline. Not only does it hope to reach out to students unfamiliar with the field, but also to prepare IR students for advanced topics in their future studies. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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87 | IG2410 | Special Topics on International Economics | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of Economics | Lex Zhao | Kobe University | Special Topics on International Economics introduces and teaches latest phenomenon of global economy, based on the theories and practices of international trade and international finance. We shall focus on the first part—international trade. If time permits, we will introduce some contents of international finance—open economy macroeconomics: the trade deficit, the exchange rate, the international monetary system, etc. We shall use the textbook and real life examples for the class. | 2024-07-06 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-19 8:00-11:30 |
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88 | IG2411 | International Human Resource Management | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of Labor and Human Resources | Josh Wheatly KELLER | University of New South Wales Sydney | This course provides students with a set of skills to understand how to manage a globalised workforce. It examines national differences on the processes and systems associated with managing human resources across national boundaries. We look at the diverse ways to conceptualise cross-national differences and challenges facing the management of multinational firms. Further, the aim of this course is to provide students with learning opportunities to manage the processes and systems associated with managing human resources and integrating them within the sphere of international business. | 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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89 | IG2413 | Inclusive Global Development | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development | Peter Ho | London School of Economics and Political Science | Inclusive Global Development Sustainably improves the standard of living of people around the world, protects the international environment and livelihoods, creates equitable employment, reduces poverty, safeguards health care and social welfare, and empowers vulnerable groups through education and skills development. The course provides an interdisciplinary and critical approach to addressing issues of governance, equity, stability and social inclusion in development. The course will provide students with a solid understanding of the defining parameters of inclusive development; a comprehensive overview of the various approaches, ideas and concepts of inclusive development; and a study of these through typical, thought-provoking and practical case studies. The objectives of the course include 1) to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the defining parameters, constraints, and opportunities for inclusive development; 2) to provide a comprehensive overview of theories, approaches, and good practices of inclusive development; 3) to increase understanding of the gap between intended development policies and their actual socio-economic, ecological, and cultural outcomes; 4) to increase understanding of the socio-economic, historical, and political factors that contribute to the divergence between the intentions and implementation of development policies awareness; 5) to improve learners' ability to critically assess and evaluate development plans and develop a menu of options rather than a rigid development plan template. The course will provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the fundamental questions of how to achieve inclusive development and improve learners' ability to analyze, design and evaluate policies and projects in global society, economy and politics. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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90 | IG2414 | Fundamental Transformations in Global Perspective | 2 | 32 | International Affairs and Global Governance | School of Sociology and Population Studies | Volker H. Schmidt | National University of Singapore | Over the course of the past two centuries, the world has gone through what appears to be most fundamental transformation in the history of humankind. This course will look at some of the most far-reaching of these transformations: in living-conditions. A world of poverty has morphed into a world of affluence, even if its wealth is very unevenly distributed among individuals and world regions. Belief systems have changes, the way me make sense of ourselves has changes, today’s living arrangements bear little resemblance to what they were for millennia, economic and political have shifted between world regions and are now shifting again, politics is very differently organized today than in the past, social change also has unintended environmental consequences that pose new challenges, and our technologies contribute to accelerating change ever more, sometimes in ways that can be quite overwhelming and to which we may not always have fitting answers right away. The course deals with several such transformation and gauges them from a global perspective. | 2024-07-01 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-11:30 |
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91 | CT2401 | Elementary Chinese Listening and Speaking Course 1 | 2 | 32 | Language Training Courses | School of Chinese Studies and Cultural Exchange | Bai Ge | Renmin University of China | This course is designed for advanced beginners of Chinese language learning. The course contents are based on everyday language used in modern Chinese social and cultural life. Several topics and communicative scenarios are carefully chosen to guide and motivate the students to learn and use Chinese, and further to improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, with speaking being the center concern. Four goals are expected to be achieved by the end of this course: 1) student mastery of correct pronunciation and intonation; 2) proper, accurate usage of common expressions in certain communicative scenarios; 3) the improvement of expression skills in using the 300 most frequently-used words; 4) the ability to confidently express themselves in daily life, their studies, and other social activities in a fairly detailed way, which will allow them to live in China comfortably. | 2024-07-01 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-02 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-04 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-06 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-13 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-18 8:00-9:30 |
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92 | CT2402 | Elementary Chinese Listening and Speaking Course 2 | 2 | 32 | Language Training Courses | School of Chinese Studies and Cultural Exchange | Bai Ge | Renmin University of China | This course is designed for advanced beginners of Chinese language learning. The course contents are based on everyday language used in modern Chinese social and cultural life. Several topics and communicative scenarios are carefully chosen to guide and motivate the students to learn and use Chinese, and further to improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, with speaking being the center concern. Four goals are expected to be achieved by the end of this course: 1) student mastery of correct pronunciation and intonation; 2) proper, accurate usage of common expressions in certain communicative scenarios; 3) the improvement of expression skills in using the 300 most frequently-used words; 4) the ability to confidently express themselves in daily life, their studies, and other social activities in a fairly detailed way, which will allow them to live in China comfortably. | 2024-07-01 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 10:00-11:30 |
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93 | CT2403 | ·Elementary Reading and Writing Chinese Course 1 | 2 | 32 | Language Training Courses | School of Chinese Studies and Cultural Exchange | CAI Yongqiang | Renmin University of China | The Elementary Reading and Writing Chinese Course is a Chinese comprehensive course for beginners who can use Chinese for the simplest and limited communication. Through the study of this course, learners can get elementary Chinese communicative ability, use Chinese language to solve the basic problems in life and study. Specifically, learners can achieve the following objectives: (1) understand and master the most commonly used words and basic sentence patterns in elementary Chinese; (2) master the basic stroke, stroke order and basic structure of Chinese characters; (3) use Chinese language to solve the simple problems in daily life and Chinese study; (4) preliminarily understand the knowledge of Chinese culture related to Chinese communications. | 2024-07-01 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-02 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-04 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-06 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-13 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-18 8:00-9:30 |
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94 | CT2404 | Elementary Reading and Writing Chinese Course 2 | 2 | 32 | Language Training Courses | School of Chinese Studies and Cultural Exchange | CAI Yongqiang | Renmin University of China | The Elementary Reading and Writing Chinese Course is a Chinese comprehensive course for beginners who can use Chinese for the simplest and limited communication. Through the study of this course, learners can get elementary Chinese communicative ability, use Chinese language to solve the basic problems in life and study. Specifically, learners can achieve the following objectives: (1) understand and master the most commonly used words and basic sentence patterns in elementary Chinese; (2) master the basic stroke, stroke order and basic structure of Chinese characters; (3) use Chinese language to solve the simple problems in daily life and Chinese study; (4) preliminarily understand the knowledge of Chinese culture related to Chinese communications. | 2024-07-01 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 10:00-11:30 |
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95 | CT2405 | Intermediate Listening and Speaking Chinese Course | 2 | 32 | Language Training Courses | School of Chinese Studies and Cultural Exchange | Pan Chenjing | Renmin University of China | Intermediate Listening and Speaking Chinese Course is designed for Chinese language learners who have mastered at least 2,000 frequently used Chinese words and some basic knowledge of Chinese grammar. The contents of this course are based on everyday language used in modern Chinese social and cultural life. Several topics and communicative scenarios are carefully chosen to guide and motivate students to learn and use Chinese, and further to improve their listening and speaking skills. Specifically, through the study of the course, students are expected to achieve the following goals: 1) understanding and mastery of the most commonly used words and sentence patterns in intermediate-level Chinese; 2) accurate and proficient use of common functional items and oral expressions in certain communicative scenarios; 3) proper use of various oral Chinese communicative strategies and skills to confidently express oneself and deeply communicate with others in class, daily life, and other social activities. | 2024-07-01 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 10:00-11:30 |
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96 | CT2406 | Intermediate Integrated Chinese | 2 | 32 | Language Training Courses | School of Chinese Studies and Cultural Exchange | Pan Chenjing | Renmin University of China | Intermediate Chinese comprehensive course is suitable for learning basic Chinese grammar, learning 2000-2500 commonly used words, having basic Chinese communicative competence, and learning in Chinese with individuals or familiar subjects communicating with others. With a total of 2 credits, a total of 32 school hours, students can learn the first 4
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97 | CT2407 | Advanced Chinese | 2 | 32 | Language Training Courses | School of Chinese Studies and Cultural Exchange | CUI Yachong | Renmin University of China | This course is specifically tailored for Chinese as a second language (CSL) learners who have successfully completed the HSK 4 examination or possess a proficient grasp of elementary and intermediate Chinese grammar. Furthermore, they should have amassed a vocabulary range of 3500-4000 words, demonstrate the ability to comprehend general language materials related to social life, and exhibit effective communication skills on common subjects. The main aim of this course is to enhance the listening, speaking, reading and writing proficiency of CSL learners at an advanced level, with the ultimate objective of preparing them for the HSK 5 and 6 examinations. The specific objectives are as follows: (1) To acquire a substantial repertoire of general vocabulary words, cultural terminology, formal vocabulary, and written expressions that are indispensable for advanced language acquisition. (2) To develop familiarity with diverse literary styles, accurately identify the structural features, pragmatic characteristics, and central themes of various text types. (3) To cultivate an understanding of the fundamental essence and key cultural concepts of Chinese culture, while concurrently fostering strong intercultural communication skills and a broad global perspective. | 2024-07-01 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 10:00-11:30 |
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98 | ET2401 | Oral English | 2 | 32 | Oral English | School of Foreign Languages | Mark Howard Levine | Minzu University of China | This course is designed for the enhancement of students’ strength in their ability to communicate with people from English-speaking countries; to present clearly on a given topic and respond to the questions followed. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to: (1) talk more freely to others with communicative skills, (2) express their ideas more freely and logically, (3) use English vocabulary or patterns more naturally, and (4) present on a certain topic more clearly. Students are supposed to follow the techniques instructed by teachers in class and take an active part in preparing for and participating classroom activities. In this physical interactive language environment, students are expected to improve their English listening and speaking by experiencing the effect of real international communication with native speakers. | 2024-07-01 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-02 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-04 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-06 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-13 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-18 8:00-9:30 |
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99 | ET2402 | Oral English | 2 | 32 | Oral English | School of Foreign Languages | Mark Howard Levine | Minzu University of China | This course is designed for the enhancement of students’ strength in their ability to communicate with people from English-speaking countries; to present clearly on a given topic and respond to the questions followed. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to: (1) talk more freely to others with communicative skills, (2) express their ideas more freely and logically, (3) use English vocabulary or patterns more naturally, and (4) present on a certain topic more clearly. Students are supposed to follow the techniques instructed by teachers in class and take an active part in preparing for and participating classroom activities. In this physical interactive language environment, students are expected to improve their English listening and speaking by experiencing the effect of real international communication with native speakers. | 2024-07-01 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 10:00-11:30 |
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100 | ET2403 | Oral English | 2 | 32 | Oral English | School of Foreign Languages | Scott Wayne Holliday | Renmin university of China | This course is designed for the enhancement of students’ strength in their ability to communicate with people from English-speaking countries; to present clearly on a given topic and respond to the questions followed. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to: (1) talk more freely to others with communicative skills, (2) express their ideas more freely and logically, (3) use English vocabulary or patterns more naturally, and (4) present on a certain topic more clearly. Students are supposed to follow the techniques instructed by teachers in class and take an active part in preparing for and participating classroom activities. In this physical interactive language environment, students are expected to improve their English listening and speaking by experiencing the effect of real international communication with native speakers. | 2024-07-01 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-02 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-03 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-04 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-05 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-06 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-08 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-09 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-10 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-11 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-12 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-13 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-15 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-16 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-17 8:00-9:30, 2024-07-18 8:00-9:30 |
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101 | ET2404 | Oral English | 2 | 32 | Oral English | School of Foreign Languages | Scott Wayne Holliday | Renmin university of China | This course is designed for the enhancement of students’ strength in their ability to communicate with people from English-speaking countries; to present clearly on a given topic and respond to the questions followed. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to: (1) talk more freely to others with communicative skills, (2) express their ideas more freely and logically, (3) use English vocabulary or patterns more naturally, and (4) present on a certain topic more clearly. Students are supposed to follow the techniques instructed by teachers in class and take an active part in preparing for and participating classroom activities. In this physical interactive language environment, students are expected to improve their English listening and speaking by experiencing the effect of real international communication with native speakers. | 2024-07-01 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-02 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-03 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-04 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-05 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-06 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-08 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-09 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-10 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-11 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-12 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-13 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-15 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-16 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-17 10:00-11:30, 2024-07-18 10:00-11:30 |
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