MOOC · Medical Classical Chinese

Name: MOOC · Medical Classical Chinese
ISBN: 9787513270854

李具双China Press of Traditional Chinese Medicine · ChinaJun 2023

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Word count: 159K words
Chapters: 28
ISBN: 9787513270854

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Summary

This book summarizes the teaching reform of Medical Classical Chinese at Henan University of Chinese Medicine and is based on the course of the same name on the Chinese university MOOC platform iCourse. The selected texts are classic chapters from the 13th Five-Year Plan national planning textbook Medical Classical Chinese for higher education in the Chinese medicine sector.

All texts use standard simplified Chinese characters, while loan characters and ancient forms in the original texts are retained. Each text is followed by "Guided Reading and Extension," which analyzes key points, difficulties, and the logical structure of the text in the form of knowledge points, and expands related knowledge as needed to enrich cultural knowledge and improve students' humanistic literacy.

The book can serve as a supplementary reader for Medical Classical Chinese in Chinese medicine colleges and universities, and also as a supplementary textbook and reader for examinations in Medical Classical Chinese for Chinese medicine enthusiasts and academic heirs of Chinese medicine.

Editor's review

This book summarizes the teaching reform of Medical Classical Chinese at Henan University of Chinese Medicine and is based on the Medical Classical Chinese MOOC on the iCourse platform of Chinese university MOOCs. The author is Li Jushuang, and the book was published in 2023. The selected texts are taken from the classic chapters of the 13th Five-Year Plan textbook Medical Classical Chinese. The book uses standard simplified Chinese characters while retaining loan characters and ancient forms, balancing reading convenience with textual authenticity. The "Guided Reading and Extension" section after each text analyzes key points, difficulties, and the logical structure of the text in the form of knowledge points, and appropriately expands related cultural knowledge to help readers build humanistic literacy beyond mere comprehension of the text. Its value lies in linking MOOC learning with print reading: learners can watch the course first and then read the texts, or read the texts first and then use the guided reading section to check their understanding. It is suitable as a supplementary reader for Medical Classical Chinese courses in Chinese medicine colleges and universities, and also for Chinese medicine enthusiasts and academic heirs of Chinese medicine preparing for Medical Classical Chinese examinations. It should be noted that this is a supplementary reader rather than a replacement for the textbook; systematic study should still be based primarily on the planning textbook.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Students at Chinese medicine colleges and universities, using it for post-class consolidation and extended reading alongside the Medical Classical Chinese course
Academic heirs of Chinese medicine, needing supplementary materials when preparing for Medical Classical Chinese examinations
Chinese medicine enthusiasts who want to understand selected classical Chinese medicine texts with the help of guided reading content
Learners who have taken the Medical Classical Chinese MOOC and want print materials for review

Not a good fit for

Readers seeking systematic study of classical Chinese grammar; this book focuses on selected medical classical Chinese texts rather than a grammar system
Complete beginners with no foundation in classical Chinese, who will still face considerable difficulty reading the original texts alone
Readers seeking clinical diagnosis and treatment content in Chinese medicine; this book focuses on textual reading and humanistic knowledge

Reading tips

Read the original text first and try to work out the meaning independently, then check "Guided Reading and Extension" to identify misunderstandings
Study alongside the MOOC videos, one lesson and one text at a time, and take brief notes after reading
Make separate flashcards for loan characters and ancient forms and review them repeatedly
When preparing for examinations, first do close reading of selected texts, then review the knowledge points in the guided reading section for self-testing

About the publisher

China Press of Traditional Chinese Medicine China · Founded in 1989

China Press of Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on publishing books in traditional Chinese medicine, covering Chinese medical classics, clinical medicine, acupuncture and tuina, materia medica and formulae, and medical history and literature; its catalogue includes 3,277 titles. Representative books include Xiao Er Yao Zheng Zhi Jue, Shang Han Lun, Yi Xue Zhong Zhong Can Xi Lu, Zhen Jiu Da Cheng, Yi Zong Jin Jian, and Guo Aichun's Annotated Huangdi Neijing Suwen (Second Edition). These works involve writings by historical physicians such as Qian Yi, Zhang Zhongjing, Wang Shuhe, and Zhang Xichun, as well as documentary studies compiled by contemporary authors including Zhao Xin, Zhen Xueyan, Zhang Yongtai, and Wang Xiangang. In terms of publishing characteristics, the press emphasizes collation and annotation of original Chinese medical classics and the systematic presentation of famous physicians' works, balancing the transmission of ancient editions with reference for clinical application. Public information is limited, and no other publishing fields are covered here.

版权信息
《慕课·医古文》编委会
前言
第一单元医家传记
一、秦医缓和
二、扁鹊传
三、仓公传
四、华佗传
五、丹溪翁传
六、东垣老人传
第二单元医籍序跋
七、《汉书·艺文志》序及方技略
八、《伤寒杂病论》序
九、《黄帝内经素问注》序
十、《本草纲目》序
十一、《类经》序
第三单元中医经典
十二、宝命全形论
十三、百病始生
第四单元医事医论
十四、养生论
十五、大医精诚
十六、汗下吐三法该尽治病诠
十七、赠贾思诚序
十八、不失人情论
十九、与薛寿鱼书
第五单元医案医话方药针灸
二十、医案四则

FAQ

What is the relationship between this book and the planning textbook Medical Classical Chinese?

The selected texts are taken from the classic chapters of the 13th Five-Year Plan national planning textbook Medical Classical Chinese for higher education in the Chinese medicine sector, and the book is a supplementary reader. It does not replace the textbook; instead, it adds "Guided Reading and Extension" after the selected texts, analyzing key points, difficulties, and logical structure, and supplementing cultural knowledge. It is suitable for use alongside the textbook or course.

Can readers with no foundation in classical Chinese understand this book?

The book retains loan characters and ancient forms, so reading the original texts still requires some foundation in classical Chinese. Readers with no foundation at all may start with the MOOC or the textbook, and use this book after mastering common content words, function words, and sentence patterns. The guided reading section can help with understanding, but it cannot fully replace foundational study.

What does "Guided Reading and Extension" mainly discuss?

According to the introduction, it analyzes the key points, difficulties, and logical structure of the text in the form of knowledge points, and expands related cultural knowledge as needed, aiming to enrich readers' cultural accumulation and improve their humanistic literacy. When reading, it can be used as a tool for understanding the original text and extending learning.

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About the author

李具双 Author

Li Jushuang — public information about this author is limited, and only four works are currently known: TCM Exegesis, MOOC · Medical Classical Chinese, 100 Questions on the Huangdi Neijing, and Appreciating Anecdotes, Talking about TCM. Judging from these titles, Li's writing and editing center on the linguistic interpretation of traditional Chinese medical texts, the teaching and learning of medical classical Chinese, and popularizing knowledge of the Huangdi Neijing, while also touching on anecdotes from Chinese medical culture. The works fall under the categories of examinations, medicine, and culture, suggesting that their content serves both the reading of medical classics and exam preparation, and the general reader interested in basic TCM knowledge and historical curiosities. Overall, Li Jushuang's writings emphasize practicality and readability, bridging specialized exegesis and popular presentation, and offering concrete introductory materials for studying traditional Chinese medical literature and understanding Chinese medical culture.