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This ITA certified intermediate (Level 1) best online tea course will help you clarify your understanding of the different varieties of traditional tea ceremonies by looking at:
1. Where the tea ceremonies came from;
2. How the tea ceremonies were developed;
3. How to properly practice the different tea ceremonies;
4. What it takes to judge the quality of a tea ceremony;
5. How to utilize the methods of the various proper tea ceremonies to accurately evaluate and appreciate teas.
After you complete this level:
No matter where you are,
who you talking to,
or how busy your lifestyle,
you’ll use what you have learned from this course to enrich your life:
1. You’ll make amazing friends through your participation in tea culture.
2. You’ll bring tea into your daily life in a fresh, new way, resulting in a whole new level of health and relaxation.
3. Also, this course will help you start an amazing new career in tea. After you complete this ITA certified Intermediate best online tea course, you will feel even more confident talking about tea than some people who have been working in the tea industry for over a decade.
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Learning objectives
- This tea course will be an important level for helping you clarify your understanding of the different varieties of traditional tea ceremonies by looking at:
- Where the tea ceremonies came from;
- How the tea ceremonies were developed;
- How to properly practice the different tea ceremonies;
- What it takes to judge the quality of a tea ceremony;
- How to utilize the methods of the various proper tea ceremonies to accurately evaluate and appreciate teas.
- No matter where you are, who you talking to, or how busy your lifestyle, you’ll use what you have learned from this course to enrich your life:
- 1. you’ll make amazing friends through your participation in tea culture.
- 2. you’ll bring tea into your daily life in a fresh, new way, resulting in a whole new level of health and relaxation.
- 3. this tea course will help you start an amazing new tea career, it will help you to have more confidence in talking about tea than professional tea people!
- This tea course will be an important level for helping you clarify your understanding of the different varieties of traditional tea ceremonies by looking at:
- Where the tea ceremonies came from;
- How the tea ceremonies were developed;
- How to properly practice the different tea ceremonies;
- What it takes to judge the quality of a tea ceremony;
- How to utilize the methods of the various proper tea ceremonies to accurately evaluate and appreciate teas.
- No matter where you are, who you talking to, or how busy your lifestyle, you’ll use what you have learned from this course to enrich your life:
- 1. you’ll make amazing friends through your participation in tea culture.
- 2. you’ll bring tea into your daily life in a fresh, new way, resulting in a whole new level of health and relaxation.
- 3. this tea course will help you start an amazing new tea career, it will help you to have more confidence in talking about tea than professional tea people!
Syllabus
Introduction
Introduction to the Course
The origins of the ancient Chinese tea ceremony
How traditional Chinese tea ceremony was expressed?
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Syllabus
Han Wei and the Six Dynasties was a long period that saw the rise and fall of many small dynasties. At this period in ancient China, the method of brewing tea was called " cooking" or " boiling" tea.
The Sui Tang period was composed of two major dynasties, the Sui dynasty and Tang dynasty. People created a new way of making tea
During this period, the ancient Chinese created another new way of brewing tea and it became one of the major periods in the history of Chinese tea ceremony.
At this period the Chinese tea culture was truly enriched. The major tea varieties were created during this period: green tea, yellow tea, oolong tea, black tea, white tea, dark tea....most teas we drink still fall into the major categories created during this period.
There were three different ways of using a porcelain teapot to brew tea.
Another popular brewing method is using a small teapot, we dive deeper how it process and how it relate with Gong Fu Cha tea ceremony.
The details of express that how to process tea ceremony by using teapot.
Summarize everything you learned in this chapter so that you can see the big picture of the evolution of the Chinese tea ceremony until today.
There are many different ways to brew tea, but here are 6 steps that must be observed no matter what kind of tea or what kind of brewing method you use.
No matter what kinds of teas you are drinking, even blended teas with many different fragrances, you should be able to identify them as one of six major varieties.
Discover the most common and important type that everyone is familiar with: green tea. And what's are three major methods for brewing green tea.
Glass the most common teware but do you know there is many different ways by using glass to brewing tea.
What if after a particular brew we don't want to drink the next infusion for a while? What is the best way to store used tea leaves until the next infusion?
The details about how to use a Gai Wan to brew green tea.
How to adjust brewing quantity for more people?
Why did I pour the tea liquor into the tea pourer in a counterclockwise direction?
What is the meaning of the tea pet and why do we pour water onto the tea pet?
Why brewing tea in the way of the traditional Chinese tea ceremony is the best way?
Different types of water we have from nature and how we use them when brewing tea to receive many different benefits for ourselves.
How important the effect of water is on tea?
The principles of the traditional Chinese tea ceremony.
What is principle of using a teapot to brew green tea? How it process?
Why we pour hot water on the teapot?
Last key to brew a great cup of tea.
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Chinese tea ceremony history and practice
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Activities
Review Chinese Dynasties
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Reviewing the major Chinese dynasties will provide a historical context for understanding the evolution of tea ceremonies.
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Han Dynasty
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Research the major dynasties and their respective time periods.
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Focus on the cultural and societal aspects of each dynasty.
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Note any significant developments in tea culture during each period.
Read 'The Tea Book' by Linda Gaylard
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Reading this book will provide a broader understanding of tea varieties and brewing methods, complementing the course's focus on Chinese tea ceremonies.
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The Tea Book: Experience the World’s Finest...
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Obtain a copy of 'The Tea Book' by Linda Gaylard.
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Read the sections on tea history, types, and brewing techniques.
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Take notes on key concepts and compare them to the course material.
Document tea ceremony
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Creating a visual guide will reinforce your understanding of the steps and nuances involved in performing a Chinese tea ceremony.
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Choose a specific Chinese tea ceremony to document.
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Photograph or video each step of the ceremony.
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Write detailed captions explaining the purpose and significance of each step.
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Compile the photos and captions into a visually appealing guide.
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Practice brewing tea using Gaiwan
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Practicing the Gaiwan brewing method will improve your technique and understanding of this important tea ceremony component.
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Gather the necessary equipment: Gaiwan, tea, hot water, cups.
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Follow the steps outlined in the course for brewing with a Gaiwan.
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Repeat the process multiple times, focusing on consistency and precision.
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Adjust water temperature and steeping time to achieve desired flavor.
Read 'Peking Tea House and Other Stories' by Lao She
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Reading this book will provide cultural context for understanding the role of tea in Chinese social life.
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Putting Knowledge to Work
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Obtain a copy of 'Peking Tea House and Other Stories' by Lao She.
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Read the stories, paying attention to the descriptions of teahouses and tea culture.
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Reflect on how the stories relate to the concepts discussed in the course.
Tutor beginning tea ceremony students
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Tutoring others will solidify your understanding of the material and help you identify any gaps in your knowledge.
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Offer to tutor other students who are new to Chinese tea ceremonies.
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Prepare lessons and practice sessions based on the course material.
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Provide constructive feedback and answer questions.
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Reflect on your own understanding of the material as you teach others.
Research and present on regional tea variations
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Researching and presenting on regional tea variations will deepen your understanding of the diversity within Chinese tea culture.
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Choose a specific region in China known for its unique tea production.
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Research the history, cultivation methods, and brewing techniques of that region's tea.
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Prepare a presentation summarizing your findings.
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Present your research to a group of classmates or tea enthusiasts.
Review Chinese Dynasties
Show steps
Reviewing the major Chinese dynasties will provide a historical context for understanding the evolution of tea ceremonies.
Browse courses on
Han Dynasty
Show steps
- Research the major dynasties and their respective time periods.
- Focus on the cultural and societal aspects of each dynasty.
- Note any significant developments in tea culture during each period.
Read 'The Tea Book' by Linda Gaylard
Show steps
Reading this book will provide a broader understanding of tea varieties and brewing methods, complementing the course's focus on Chinese tea ceremonies.
View
The Tea Book: Experience the World’s Finest...
on Amazon
Show steps
- Obtain a copy of 'The Tea Book' by Linda Gaylard.
- Read the sections on tea history, types, and brewing techniques.
- Take notes on key concepts and compare them to the course material.
Document tea ceremony
Show steps
Creating a visual guide will reinforce your understanding of the steps and nuances involved in performing a Chinese tea ceremony.
Show steps
- Choose a specific Chinese tea ceremony to document.
- Photograph or video each step of the ceremony.
- Write detailed captions explaining the purpose and significance of each step.
- Compile the photos and captions into a visually appealing guide.
Practice brewing tea using Gaiwan
Show steps
Practicing the Gaiwan brewing method will improve your technique and understanding of this important tea ceremony component.
Show steps
- Gather the necessary equipment: Gaiwan, tea, hot water, cups.
- Follow the steps outlined in the course for brewing with a Gaiwan.
- Repeat the process multiple times, focusing on consistency and precision.
- Adjust water temperature and steeping time to achieve desired flavor.
Read 'Peking Tea House and Other Stories' by Lao She
Show steps
Reading this book will provide cultural context for understanding the role of tea in Chinese social life.
View
Putting Knowledge to Work
on Amazon
Show steps
- Obtain a copy of 'Peking Tea House and Other Stories' by Lao She.
- Read the stories, paying attention to the descriptions of teahouses and tea culture.
- Reflect on how the stories relate to the concepts discussed in the course.
Tutor beginning tea ceremony students
Show steps
Tutoring others will solidify your understanding of the material and help you identify any gaps in your knowledge.
Show steps
- Offer to tutor other students who are new to Chinese tea ceremonies.
- Prepare lessons and practice sessions based on the course material.
- Provide constructive feedback and answer questions.
- Reflect on your own understanding of the material as you teach others.
Research and present on regional tea variations
Show steps
Researching and presenting on regional tea variations will deepen your understanding of the diversity within Chinese tea culture.
Show steps
- Choose a specific region in China known for its unique tea production.
- Research the history, cultivation methods, and brewing techniques of that region's tea.
- Prepare a presentation summarizing your findings.
- Present your research to a group of classmates or tea enthusiasts.
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