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Course Description

Summary

From banners displayed in public spaces to the resounding messages broadcasted through millions of loudspeakers nationwide, propaganda slogans have played a pivotal role in the Chinese Communist Party's efforts to cultivate a modern socialist society. This course will delve into a curated selection of these slogans spanning from the early communist era to the present day, offering authentic texts for study. Students will examine the influence of governmental social propaganda on shaping contemporary Chinese culture through in-depth class discussions. They will also engage in creating slogans, presenting their thoughts and perspectives, while enhancing their proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing Mandarin Chinese. Materials include a collection of propaganda posters and slogans from the Mao Zedong era, Deng Xiaoping era, and contemporary Chinese sources, complemented by vocabulary lists.