Learn Cantonese Language and Culture
Learn essential Cantonese language and culture in this HKPolyUx course, perfect for beginners worldwide who want to communicate effectively.
Learn essential Cantonese language and culture in this HKPolyUx course, perfect for beginners worldwide who want to communicate effectively.
This comprehensive Cantonese language course introduces students to the fundamentals of Cantonese pronunciation, basic conversational skills, and cultural aspects with a focus on Hong Kong. Using the Jyutping romanization system, the course systematically teaches language essentials following scientific second language acquisition principles. Students learn daily expressions, food vocabulary, question formations, and self-introduction skills while gaining cultural insights. The course stands out for its structured university-level content delivered in an accessible online format, making quality Cantonese education available globally.
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What you'll learn
Master Cantonese phonology and Jyutping system essentials
Conduct basic greetings and daily conversations in Cantonese
Order food and interact in restaurant settings
Ask basic questions about time, location, and prices
Formulate self-introductions and understand geographical references
Recognize and use essential numbers and measure words
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
Live video
Graded assignments, exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course provides a systematic introduction to Cantonese language and culture, designed specifically for beginners. The curriculum covers essential aspects including pronunciation, basic conversations, cultural elements, and practical applications. Using the Jyutping romanization system, students learn through a structured approach that builds from basic greetings to more complex conversational skills. Special emphasis is placed on Hong Kong culture, particularly food-related vocabulary and customs. The course combines linguistic instruction with cultural insights, making it ideal for anyone planning to visit, work, or study in Hong Kong or the Greater Bay Area.
Cantonese sounds & Greetings
Module 1
Eating & drinking
Module 2
Asking: what, when and where
Module 3
Self-Introduction
Module 4
Fee Structure
Instructors
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Leading Chinese Language Education Innovation at Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Dr. Ken Cheng Siu-kei, a Principal Lecturer and former Director of the Chinese Language Centre at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has established himself as a pioneering figure in Chinese language education and technology integration. His expertise spans Cantonese linguistics, phonology, and Chinese language teaching and assessment, with particular focus on developing innovative learning solutions for Non-Chinese Speaking students. Throughout his career, he has led numerous significant projects, including the development of mobile-based learning tools and artificial intelligence integration in DSR-Chinese subjects. His notable achievements include spearheading the "MOOC of Cantonese Learning - Cantonese for Beginners" project and managing various Language Enhancement Grant initiatives. Dr. Cheng's commitment to educational innovation is further demonstrated through his work on multimedia learning tools, corpus development, and the implementation of blended learning approaches, making significant contributions to Chinese language education in higher education
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Advancing Cantonese Language Education at Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Dr. David Yuen Chun-wah, serving as a Lecturer and Programme Leader of Minor in Chinese Language & Culture at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has dedicated over a decade to teaching Cantonese to international students and expatriate staff. His significant contributions include leading the CLCIS program in the Faculty of Humanities and serving as the Subject Leader for Elementary Cantonese. His expertise is demonstrated through various innovative projects, including the development of blended learning activities for enhanced interactive learning, research on Cantonese tone acquisition by speakers of different language backgrounds, and the creation of comprehensive teaching strategies and assessment rubrics for Chinese Language Communication courses. As the MOOC Deputy Course Leader, he continues to advance language education methodologies, particularly focusing on making Cantonese accessible to Non-Chinese Speaking students through innovative pedagogical approaches and technology-enhanced learning solutions.
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