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Nanchang University

The Beauty of Traditional Chinese Culture

Nanchang University via XuetangX

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This course systematically and comprehensively covers multiple dimensions of traditional culture, from profound philosophical thoughts to dazzling literature and art, from outstanding scientific and technological inventions to rich folk customs, all of which reflect the profoundness and unique charm of Chinese culture.

The course adopts a formal teaching system, combines authoritative materials and research results, and enables students to systematically master the basic knowledge framework and core values of Chinese traditional culture through rigorous explanations and rich case analyses. At the same time, we focus on practical experience and encourage students to participate in the learning and creation of traditional skills to deepen their understanding and appreciation of traditional culture.

Through the study of this course, students will be able to have a deeper understanding of the importance of traditional Chinese culture and become the backbone of inheriting and promoting the excellent traditional Chinese culture.


Syllabus

  • Chapter 1 Traditional Thought
    • 1.1 Summary of traditional thought
    • 1.2 Confucianism and Taoism
    • 1.3 Mohist thought and legalist thought
    • 1.4 Influence of Chinese traditional thought on later generations
  • Chapter 2 Language and Culture
    • 2.1 Chinese Characters
    • 2.2 Literature
    • 2.3 Dialect
    • 2.4 Idioms, sayings, proverbs
  • Chapter 3 Festivals and Solar Terms
    • 3.1 Overview of traditional solar terms
    • 3.2 The influence of traditional solar terms
    • 3.3 Overview of traditional festivals
    • 3.4 The meaning of traditional festivals
    • 3.5 Changes in traditional folk customs
    • 3.6 The cultural value of traditional folk customs
  • Chapter 4 Art and Culture
    • 4.1 Composition of Chinese Art
    • 4.2 Calligraphy
    • 4.3 Painting
    • 4.4 Chinese Traditional Opera Art
    • 4.5 Cultural Value of Chinese Art
  • Chapter 5 Traditional Architecture
    • 5.1 Overview of Chinese Traditional Architecture
    • 5.2 Traditional Architectural Schools
    • 5.3 Evolution of Chinese Traditional Architecture
    • 5.4 Appreciation of Chinese Traditional Architecture
    • 5.5 The Influence of Chinese Traditional Architecture
  • Chapter 6 Traditional Crafts
    • 6.1 Overview of Traditional Crafts
    • 6.2 Traditional Craft Techniques
    • 6.3 Regional Characteristics of Traditional Crafts
    • 6.4 Cultural Connotation of Traditional Crafts
    • 6.5 Innovative Application of Traditional Crafts in Modern Design
  • Chapter 7 Ancient Technology
    • 7.1 The Four Great Inventions (I)
    • 7.2 The Four Great Inventions (II)
    • 7.3 Traditional Chinese Medicine
    • 7.4 The Astronomy and Calendar of Ancient China
  • Chapter 8 Traditional Decorative Elements
    • Short video
    • 8.1 Overview of Traditional Decorative Elements
    • 8.2 The Significance of Traditional Colors
    • 8.3 Traditional Patterns
    • 8.4 Innovative Application of Traditional Decorative Elements in Modern Times
    • 8.5 The Significance and Value of Traditional Decorative Elements
  • Chapter 9 Traditional Clothing
    • Short video
    • 9.1 Overview of Traditional Clothing
    • 9.2 The Use of Colors in Traditional Clothing
    • 9.3 Traditional Ethnic Costumes
    • 9.4 The Evolution of Traditional Clothing
    • 9.5 The Influence of Traditional Clothing
  • Chapter 10 Food Culture
    • 10.1 Tea Culture
    • 10.2 Wine Culture
    • 10.3 Eight Major Chinese Cuisine
    • 10.4 Baozi
    • 10.5 Dumplings
    • 10.6 Yuanxiao
  • Final Exam

    Taught by

    Jing Qiu , ShiLi, LiuChengwu, Wu Yuxuan, Fan Yuting, ChengJiawei, and Jingwei Zheng

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