THA4120

Beginning Thai, part 2

Stuart Robson

6 points -5 hours per week -Second semester -Clayton -Prerequisites: THA4110

Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject students should have completed the introduction to the writing system and have acquired the basic oral communication skills to interact in daily situations appropriately with respect to Thai cultural values.

Synopsis This subject aims to extend the basic skills achieved in the first Thai course. The speaking component will allow students to operate in a wider variety of situations which include asking directions, describing locations, ordering food, buying things, time, expressing likes and dislikes, comparing, etc. Students will be introduced to the subleties and nuances of language and status. The writing and reading component will complete the introduction of all the tone rules. The course aims to enable students to demonstrate in writing the level to which they can speak.

Assessment Examination (2 hours): 40% -Oral examination: 30% -Assignments and classwork: 30%

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