Technology and Society in Chinese

Description from DukeHub

Designed for Chinese as a foreign/second language. Develop Chinese language abilities in the context of technology. Improve language proficiency while exploring technology-related topics, such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, social media, and their benefits and challenges. Investigate the role of technology in politics and economy, the impact of technology on education and entertainment, and the ethical implications of technology use. Advance language skills through reading news articles, discussions, and debates. Reflect on the impact of technology on society and the world. Recommended prerequisite: Chinese 305 or equivalent.

Skills

• languageslanguage department: CHINESE

AI-resilient: 1 of 5 1/5

• No: Physical, lab or field work
• No: Live work with people
• ✓Yes: Judgment someone is accountable for · "ethical"
• No: A craft you practice with your hands or body
• No: Small, in-person format

The checks lean on Microsoft Research, Working with AI (2025), which found generative AI applies least to physical work and hands-on work with people. A signal, not a promise. How the score works

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