Chinese

This course provides a study of the concept of public policy and analyzes the process of related policy research, including the formulation process, implementation, and evaluation, as well as an overview of think tank report writing. The course covers theories and case studies, focusing on the economic and social, ecological, technological and legal fields, to demonstrate how the decision-making management department chooses and formulates effective policy plans in order to solve public problems, achieve public goals, and realize public interests. It also analyzes the motivation of public policy formulation, the process of policy formation, and the effect of implementation, and evaluation of public policies.

This course examines the development of American history. Students analyze and evaluate the key events and issues in the course of American history. The course explores the multi-race, multi-ethnic and multi-denominational co-existence of the British Colonial society in North America from the initial establishment, steady development to maturity. It follows as the new independent nation state grows up, but it is also faced with internal contradictions and crises. Students analyze the bloody civil war and the economic boom that followed strengthened and strengthened the country at great cost. The course also looks at the 20th century, as the United States was on the road of world hegemony and how it was faced with one round after another comprehensive social, cultural and fundamental values crisis, and the forces demanding social reform and conservatism were constantly competing.

This course offers an exploration to introduce the history of China and kingdoms from the 14th century through the end of the 1800s with focus on academic journals and discussion classes. Students translate course materials from ancient mandarin texts. Topics include: Qin monarchy, Han Empire, Tang and Song, Mongol Empire, Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. AssessmentL final exam, class discussion, reading summaries.

This course is a required course for students majoring in psychology.

According to the training mode of clinical psychology, that is, scientist + practitioner model, the following teaching objectives are formulated.

Teaching objectives:

1. Master the basic theory and research methods of abnormal psychology, memorize the diagnostic criteria of common mental disorders (DSM-V), and be able to make differential diagnosis among disorders;

2. Through case analysis, we have a clear understanding of the basic information, coping strategies and intervention methods of major mental diseases, and can have a clear understanding of the respective advantages and indications of drug therapy and psychotherapy;

3. Think deeply about psychological abnormalities from the multiple perspectives of biology-psychology-society, especially to understand and analyze abnormal psychology and behavior under the background of Chinese culture;

4. Participate in the practical activities of publicizing scientific psychology knowledge, cultivate professional sense of mission and assume professional responsibility.

This course examines issues related to the international economy. It consists of two parts, namely international trade and international finance. International trade focuses on the pattern, gains and effects of international trade. International finance explores exchange rate determination, international payment adjustment and international macroeconomic policy design.

The purpose of this course is to introduce the basic principles of statistics and its application. The course focuses on introducing and proving the basic theorem of statistics, statistical data processing and computer software applications, and the interpretation of statistical analysis.

This course is for students who have completed intermediate Chinese language study. This course examines Chinese society and culture through articles given by the teacher which practice reading and listening. The course uses vocabularies and structures learned from articles to discuss issues in class. This course not only improves Chinese reading and listening abilities, but also provides understanding of Chinese culture. Furthermore, students can use vocabularies and structures learned in this semester to introduce Taiwan or tell others the difference between Taiwanese culture and their home country's culture.

This course surveys the internal development and external relations of East Asia since 1800. Topics include interaction with the West, internal rebellions and reforms, the importance of certain key figures, the changing roles of women, protests, and current social issues. By the end of the course, students should have a firm understanding of changes in East Asia over the past two centuries and be able to assess these historical factors that shaped the current societies.

Through reading world literary masterpieces, this course examines the composition of various literary elements, meaning of classic literature, and relationship between literature and our life and times. This course selects world literary masterpieces from different periods and regions, and analyzes the themes, characters, structure, style, and language of the works.

This course strengthens Chinese listening, writing, and speaking skills and focuses on improving pronunciation. The course is designed for exchange students and visiting students only. The Chinese course is offered for those students who are taking Chinese course Elementary I, II & III from NTU Center for International Education.This class goes over vocabulary and grammar in depth. There are class discussions every lesson. Class discussions are held every class for approximately one hour. The course also furthers understanding of Taiwanese culture and language. Attendance is required. Students who miss five courses will receive an F. Assessment: attendance and participation, midterm exam, interview, written exam, assignments, quizzes and reports. Textbook: FAR EAST EVERYDAY CHINESE (2A)