Thai 5 is an Upper Intermediate level course. Students read and listen to a range of short-and-medium-length authentic written texts and audio-visual media. Excerpts of literary texts are introduced for figurative meaning exercises. Students discuss and write coherently on a range of selected contemporary issues such as popular culture, economic disparity, gender diversity, environment and politics. They compare and contrast these topics to the Australian context. Students identify relevant information from the Internet for class activities and assignments. The course builds vocabulary and understanding of complex grammatical construction through written exercises, oral presentation, and spontaneous translation tasks. Students are able to converse on a range of concrete topics and pre-exposed abstract topics with native speakers with less strain from either party.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Use an active vocabulary of around 1,800 items.
2. Recognise and produce phrase and sentence structures that enable them to converse and write extended passages on a range of concrete topics and pre-exposed abstract topics.
3. Read and listen to a range of selected-length authentic written texts and audio-visual media with use of a dictionary.
4. Converse and write comparatively on a range of selected contemporary issues.
5. Identify relevant information from the Internet.
6. Demonstrate in communication a cultural understanding of Thai perceptions and practices with supporting details.

Required Resources

A History of Thailand by Baker, Christopher John; Pasuk Phongpaichit

The digital version of this book can be accessed through ANU library with your UID here https://library.anu.edu.au/record=b5092507. This rare gem is the most discerning and accessible book on the history of Thailand available. The authors include "small people" in the portrayal of Siam/Thailand as a kingdom and later national state. I am not going to lecture the content of this book. However, I may refer to parts of this book that are relevant to our discussion of the topic at hand. The book provides historical, political, economic and cultural accounts that explain Thailand as it has become with an exemption of the latest coup d'etat in 2014. (The 2014 coup d'etat marked the systematic military control of Thai politics through electoral system and constitutional change.)

Recommended Resources

Thai Talk with Paddy (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY4-1lnH8Jg3LhLJhzBozog) Paddy is a Sydney-based Australian man who learned Thai in Thailand and determines to keep practising his Thai by interacting with Thai people at every opportunity. He has produced series of videos following his Thai language adventure in Sydney. This is good for listening practice. This is video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhJyXyKIiKo he interviews a Thai major ANU student. All the videos have English sub-title.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY4-1lnH8Jg3LhLJhzBozog

thai2english (https://www.thai2english.com/) This dictionary is good for Thai sentence searches. It breaks the sentences up into individual words and gives both the pronunciation and the meaning.

Thai Dictionary - Dict Box (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/thai-dictionary-dict-box/id492630056, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grandsons.dictboxxth&hl=en) Thai-English Dictionary Smartphone App for both iOS and Android

SBS Thai (https://www.sbs.com.au/language/thai ) News reports and features in Thai by SBS

Voice of America Thai (https://www.voathai.com/ ) Short VDOs on various topics by Voice of America Thai are very good for learning outside classroom environment.

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• Written comments
• Verbal comments
• Feedback to the whole class, to groups, to individuals, focus groups

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	week 1: 22- 26 Feb Introduction to THAI 5 Updates on key current affairs in Thailand	No assessment Revision, update and warm-up for the course
2	Week 2: 1 - 5 March Popular Culture	Weekly homework 1 (4%) due Sunday 7 March
3	Week 3: 8 - 12 March From Family to Society	Weekly homework 2 (4%) due Sunday 14 March
4	Week 4: 15 - 19 March From Family to Society	Weekly homework 3 (4%) due Sunday 21 March Translation task 1 (5%) due Sunday 21 March
5	Week 5: 22 - 26 March Inequality and Disparity	Weekly homework 4 (4%) due Sunday 28 March
6	Week 6: 29 March - 2 April Inequality and Disparity Guidelines for Mid-term Assessment **Teaching Break: 5 - 16 April	Weekly homework 5 (4%) due Sunday 4 April Revision and guidelines for mid-semester written examination. Mid-semester oral presentation (5%) Details will be given in Wattle. Mid-semester essay writing (15%) due 16 April 2021. Details will be given in Wattle. Teaching Break: 5 - 16 April
7	Week 7: 19 - 23 April Gender and Gender Diversity	Weekly homework 6 (4%) due 25 April
8	Week 8: 26 - 30 April Gender and Gender Diversity	Weekly homework 7 (4%) due Sunday 2 May Translation task 2 (5%) due Sunday 2 May
9	Week 9: 3 - 7 May Environmental Issues	Weekly homework 8 (4%) due 9 May
10	Week 10: 10 - 14 May ?Environmental Issues	Weekly homework 9 (4%) due 16 May
11	Week 11: 17 - 21 May Thai short story and poetry	Weekly homework 10 (4%) due 23 May
12	Week 12: 24 - 28 May Thai short story and poetry Revision Guidelines for final oral examination Guidelines for final written examination	Preparation for a final examination Final oral presentation (5%) Final take-home essay or final project (15%)

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
10 Weekly homework assignments (40%)	40 %	*	*	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Spontaneous translation tasks (10%)	10 %	*	*	1, 2, 3
Mid-semester oral presentation (5%)	5 %	09/04/2021	23/04/2021	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Mid-semester essay writing (15%)	15 %	16/04/2021	23/04/2021	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Final oral presentation (5%)	5 %	11/06/2021	*	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Final take-home essay or final project (15%)	15 %	11/06/2021	*	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Participation and class activities (10%)	10 %	27/05/2021	*	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Assessment Task 1

10 Weekly homework assignments (40%)

* 10 Weekly homework assignments comprise reading, writing, listening, speaking and grammar assignments. They also combine grammatical structures and key vocabulary from the texts studied in class.

** When possible, students will receive feedbacks and marks of the assignments in the following week of submission.

*** Students will be informed of the 4-week marks (16%) before the census date ( Wednesday 31 March 2021).

Assessment Task 2

Spontaneous translation tasks (10%)

translation tasks 1 (5%) week 4 (due date 21 March 2021) Student will be informed of the translation task 1 marks (5%) before the census date (31 March 2021).

translation tasks 2 (5%) week 8 (due date 2 May 2021)

Assessment Task 3

Mid-semester oral presentation (5%)

Mid-semester oral presentation on a self-selected topic of interest following the topics covered in week 1-6.

Brainstorming session in class will be organised.

Rubrics and other details will be given in Wattle.

 

Assessment Task 4

Mid-semester essay writing (15%)

Mid-semester essay writing on a self-selected topic of interest following the topics covered in week 1-6.

Brainstorming session in class will be organised.

Rubrics and other details will be given in Wattle.

The essay requires referencing.

Assessment Task 5

Final oral presentation (5%)

Final oral presentation on a self-selected topic of interest following the topics covered in week 7-12.

Brainstorming session in class will be organised.

Rubrics and other details will be given in Wattle.

Assessment Task 6

Final take-home essay or final project (15%)

Final take-home essay or final project (15%) on a self-selected topic of interest following the topics covered in week 7-12.

Brainstorming session in class will be organised.

Rubrics and other details will be given in Wattle.

The essay requires referencing.

Assessment Task 7

Participation and class activities (10%)

Participation is not equal to 'Attendance'. Participation and class activities are assessed throughout the semester based on individual student's engagement.

Students are required to actively participate in the activities and their in-class performance should reflect the progress they have made by completing these tasks.

Academic Integrity

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Online Submission

The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

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