College English Listening Speaking Course Xia Haiou Exploring

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Movie Comprehension The Guasha Treatment 《刮痧》 Datong’s Father Mr. Quinlan: Datong’s boss Xu Datong & His Wife: Chinese immigrants in the US Paul: Denis: Datong’s son Mr. Quinlan’s son

Video Clip 1 1 2 3 1. What happened between Denis and Paul? Why? big deal 2. 2. The boss thought it’sno ______ and they should _____ let it go because “kids _________”. fight and make up to Paul 3. 3. Datong insisted that Denis shouldapologize ________. When Denis refused, he ____ hit him. Further Thinking 1. Why did Datong look at his boss when Denis spat? 2. How did the boss feel when Datong hit Denis? How do you know? 3. Do you know the meaning of “当面教子，背后教妻” ? 4. Why did Datong lower his head and keep silent when his father showed discontentment (不满)?

Video Clip 2 1 2 3 1. Datong explained that he hit Denis because he wanted to __________________. show respect and give face to his boss 2. 2. The boss thought that was a _______ logic. twisted Chinese 3. 3. Why did Datong resign? 4. 4. How did the boss explain his act in the court? 5. 5. How do you translate “道不同不相与谋” here? Further Thinking What differences in the following aspects have been reflected between Datong and the boss ? • Parent-kid relationship and Discipline of kids • Understanding of honesty and friendship

? Chinese Father American Father authoritative (权威的) equal & independent friendship > honesty friendship < honesty

Different Values and Principles Chinese 1. Filial Piety (孝) Americans 2. Loyalty (忠) 3. Face Theory A. Equality B. Honesty C. Respect of laws and rules Hierarchy , Collectivism Equality, Individualism WE I I I

Matching: Decode the behaviors in the movie. Americans Chinese 1. Filial Piety (孝) 2. Loyalty (忠) 3. Face Theory A. Equality B. Honesty C. Respect of laws and rules Hierarchy , Collectivism Equality, Individualism a. Datong hit Denis. 1, 3 b. Datong kept silent when his father showed his discontentment. 1, 3 c. The boss was surprised when Datong hit Denis. A d. The boss told the truth in the court. e. Datong was angry with the boss. B, C 2 1 2 3

Cultural Misunderstandings Effective Cross-cultural Communication

Self-Check 1. Can I explain why it’s important to have a good knowledge of cultural differences? 2. Can I tell the differences between Chinese and Americans in terms of parent-kid relationship, discipline of kid, friendship, honesty, etc? 3. Can I analyze the cultural reasons for these differences?

Assignments 1. Watch The Guasha Treatment and analyze other examples of cultural difference from the movie. Share your ideas in class. 2. Mini-drama: Life In A New World Situation 1: Xiao Hong, a Chinese student who arrived in America for further study just a few days ago, ran into some troubles because of cultural misunderstanding. Fortunately, some other Chinese overseas students and local students helped her out. Situation 2: Jack, an exchange student from America, often found himself in embarrassing situations because of cultural differences. With the help of his Chinese fellows, he finally began to fit into the local life. Every 4 -5 students make a group. Choose one situation and prepare a 5 -minute mini-drama. Perform it in class. 3. Write your understanding on Cultural Comparison.

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Opinion

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Punctuality

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Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Interpersonal Relationship

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Line

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. At Restaurant

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Travel

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Three Meals

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Transport

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Old People’s Daily Life

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Time for Shower

Choose one from the series of cultural comparison and share your understanding and analysis on it in English at the course forum. Fashion

Assignments Choose at least ONE ! 1. Watch The Guasha Treatment and analyze other examples of cultural difference from the movie. Share your ideas in class. 2. Mini-drama: Life In A New World Situation 1: Xiao Hong, a Chinese student who arrived in America for further study just a few days ago, ran into some troubles because of cultural misunderstanding. Fortunately, some other Chinese overseas students and local students helped her out. Situation 2: Jack, an exchange student from America, often found himself in embarrassing situations because of cultural differences. With the help of his Chinese fellows, he finally began to fit into the local life. Every 4 -5 students make a group. Choose one situation and prepare a 5 -minute mini-drama. Perform it in class. 3. Share your understanding on Cultural Comparison.

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