Chinese

Course Features

Fun, Engaging Content

Our Chinese language classes are carefully designed to maximize students’ learning experience. Students have plenty of opportunities to interact with their teachers and peers. They will also engage in a small group or one-on-one learning activities and games.

Immersive Learning Environment

Theme-based activities, stories, games, and art/science social studies projects that suit students’ age level and developmental level.

Experienced, Professional Teachers

Our diverse and professional Chinese language team has extensive expertise in curriculum development, teaching, and education.

Course Content

Overview

Welcome to our Beginner Level 0 Mandarin Class, where we embark on an exciting introduction to the Mandarin language and Chinese culture. In this foundational course, we'll start by immersing you in the world of Mandarin phonetics, tones, and basic vocabulary through fun songs, interactive games, and engaging activities. As you progress, we'll nurture your listening comprehension and basic speaking skills, providing ample opportunities for pronunciation practice to build your confidence. Additionally, we'll introduce you to the captivating tapestry of Chinese culture, including festivals, customs, and traditions, igniting your interest in the rich heritage of China. This class offers the perfect starting point for your Mandarin language journey and cultural exploration, setting the stage for future language proficiency and cultural appreciation.

欢迎来到我们的初级 0 级普通话课程，我们将在这里对普通话和中国文化进行精彩的介绍。在这个基础课程中，我们将首先通过有趣的歌曲、互动游戏和引人入胜的活动让您沉浸在普通话语音、声调和基本词汇的世界中。随着您的进步，我们将培养您的听力理解和基本口语技能，并提供充足的发音练习机会来建立您的信心。此外，我们还将向您介绍迷人的中国文化，包括节日、习俗和传统，激发您对中国丰富遗产的兴趣。本课程为您的普通话语言之旅和文化探索提供完美的起点，为未来的语言能力和文化欣赏奠定基础。

Objectives

Beginner Level 0 Class

Introduction to Mandarin: Introduce basic Mandarin phonetics, tones, and simple vocabulary through songs, games, and interactive activities.
Listening and Speaking: Develop listening comprehension and basic speaking skills. Encourage pronunciation practice.
Cultural Awareness: Introduce cultural elements such as festivals, customs, and traditions to create an interest in Chinese culture.

普通话入门：通过歌曲、游戏和互动活动介绍基本的普通话语音、声调和简单词汇。
听力与口语：着重培养听力理解和基本口语技能，鼓励发音练习。
文化意识：介绍文化元素，如节日、习俗和传统，以引发对中国文化的兴趣。

Class Schedule

IN-PERSON: Mondays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
IN-PERSON: Tuesdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm

面对面：每周一下午 3:30 - 4:25
面对面：每周二下午 3:30 - 4:25

Overview

Welcome to our Beginner Level 1 Mandarin Class, the perfect starting point for your Mandarin language journey. In this course, we will guide you through four fundamental pillars of language acquisition. Firstly, we'll expand upon your foundational vocabulary, introducing you to more everyday words and phrases, enabling you to express yourself in practical situations. Secondly, we'll teach you the basics of sentence construction and fundamental grammar, laying the groundwork for simple yet effective conversations. Thirdly, we'll introduce simplified Chinese characters and teach you basic stroke order for writing, as well as focus on reading simple texts to strengthen your language skills. Lastly, we'll deepen your cultural appreciation through engaging stories, historical insights, and immersive activities related to China, providing you with a rich cultural context to enhance your language learning experience. Join us on this exciting journey of discovery and empowerment as you embark on your Mandarin learning adventure.

欢迎来到我们的初级普通话课程，这是您普通话语言之旅的完美起点。在本课程中，我们将指导您了解语言习得的四个基本支柱。首先，我们将扩展您的基础词汇，向您介绍更多日常单词和短语，使您能够在实际情况中表达自己。其次，我们将教您句子结构和基本语法的基础知识，为简单而有效的对话奠定基础。第三，我们将介绍简体字并教您书写的基本笔顺，并重点阅读简单的文字以增强您的语言能力。最后，我们将通过与中国相关的故事、历史洞察和沉浸式活动来加深您的文化欣赏，为您提供丰富的文化背景，增强您的语言学习体验。当您踏上普通话学习冒险之旅时，加入我们这个令人兴奋的发现和赋权之旅。

Objectives

Beginner Level 1 Class

Vocabulary Expansion: Build on the foundational vocabulary with more everyday words and phrases.
Sentence Construction: Teach simple sentence structures and basic grammar to enable basic conversations.
Reading and Writing: Introduce simplified Chinese characters and basic stroke order for writing. Focus on reading simple texts.
Cultural Appreciation: Deepen cultural understanding through stories, history, and activities related to China.

词汇扩展：在基础词汇的基础上，引入更多日常用词和短语。
句子构建：教授简单的句子结构和基本语法，以实现基本对话。
阅读与写作：介绍简化的汉字和基本的书写笔顺，重点培养阅读简单文本的能力。
文化欣赏：通过故事、历史和与中国相关的活动，深化对文化的理解。

Class Schedule

IN-PERSON: Mondays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
IN-PERSON: Tuesdays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
IN-PERSON: Wednesdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
IN-PERSON: Wednesdays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm
IN-PERSON: Fridays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm
IN-PERSON: Fridays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm

面对面：周一下午 4:30 - 下午 5:25
面对面：周二下午 4:30 - 下午 5:25
面对面：周三下午 3:30 - 4:25
面对面：周三下午 4:30 - 下午 5:25
面对面：周五下午 3:30 - 4:25
面对面：周五下午 4:30 - 下午 5:25

Overview

Welcome to our Intermediate Level 2 Mandarin class, designed to elevate your Mandarin language proficiency to the next stage. In this course, we will concentrate on four key aspects. First, we'll enrich your vocabulary, incorporating advanced words and phrases to enhance your ability to communicate with depth and nuance. Second, we'll sharpen your conversational skills, prioritizing improved listening, speaking, and comprehension for more meaningful and fluent interactions. Third, we'll continue to nurture your reading and writing abilities, delving into more complex characters and texts. Finally, we'll immerse you in the rich tapestry of Chinese culture, exploring literature, art, and history to provide a broader cultural context that will enrich your language skills and deepen your understanding of Mandarin-speaking societies. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey toward linguistic and cultural proficiency.

欢迎来到我们的中级 2 级普通话课程，旨在将您的普通话语言能力提升到下一阶段。在本课程中，我们将重点关注四个关键方面。首先，我们将丰富您的词汇量，融入高级单词和短语，以增强您深度和细微差别的沟通能力。其次，我们将提高您的会话技能，优先考虑提高听力、口语和理解能力，以实现更有意义、更流畅的互动。第三，我们将继续培养您的阅读和写作能力，深入研究更复杂的字符和文本。最后，我们将让您沉浸在丰富的中国文化中，探索文学、艺术和历史，提供更广阔的文化背景，丰富您的语言技能，加深您对普通话社会的了解。准备好踏上语言和文化熟练程度的变革之旅。

Objectives

Intermediate Level 2 Class

Advanced Vocabulary: Expand vocabulary to include more complex words and phrases for deeper communication.
Conversational Skills: Focus on improving listening, speaking, and comprehension skills for more meaningful conversations.
Reading and Writing Proficiency: Continue to develop reading comprehension and writing skills, including more complex characters.
Cultural Immersion: Explore Chinese literature, art, and history to provide a broader cultural context.

高级词汇：扩展词汇，包括更复杂的词汇和短语，以实现更深层次的交流。
会话技巧：着重提高听力、口语和理解能力，以进行更有意义的对话。
阅读和写作能力：继续发展阅读理解和写作技能，包括更复杂的汉字。
文化融入：探索中国文学、艺术和历史，提供更广泛的文化背景。

Class Schedule

IN-PERSON: Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 5:25 pm

面对面：周四下午 4:30 - 下午 5:25

Overview

Welcome to our Advanced Level 3 Mandarin class, where we focus on achieving fluency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, emphasizing natural conversation and written expression. Alongside language mastery, we delve deep into Chinese culture, exploring regional diversity, modern developments, and contemporary issues. Our real-world approach encourages practical language application in discussions, talk shows, and presentations. By the end of this course, you'll possess advanced Mandarin language skills and cultural insights, ready to confidently engage in both linguistic and cultural aspects of the Mandarin-speaking world, opening doors to diverse opportunities and connections.

欢迎来到我们的高级三级普通话课程，我们专注于实现流利的听、说、读、写，强调自然对话和书面表达。除了掌握语言之外，我们还深入研究中国文化，探索地区多样性、现代发展和当代问题。我们的现实方法鼓励在讨论、脱口秀和演示中实际应用语言。在本课程结束时，您将拥有先进的普通话语言技能和文化洞察力，准备好自信地参与普通话世界的语言和文化方面，为各种机会和联系打开大门。

Objectives

Advanced Chinese Level 3 Class

Fluency and Proficiency: Aim for fluency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with an emphasis on natural conversation and written expression.
Advanced Cultural Understanding: Delve deeper into Chinese culture, including its regional diversity, modern developments, and contemporary issues.
Real-world Application: Encourage students to apply their language skills in practical situations, such as discussions, talk shows, and presentations.

流利与熟练：旨在实现听力、口语、阅读和写作的流利，重点强调自然对话和书面表达。
高级文化理解：更深入地了解中国文化，包括其地区多样性、现代发展和当代问题。
实际应用：鼓励学生在实际情境中运用语言技能，如讨论、演说和演讲。

Class Schedule

ONLINE: MLP 2nd Grade - Saturdays, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
ONLINE: MLP 4th Grade - Saturdays, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
IN-PERSON: Thursdays, 3:30 pm - 4:25 pm

在线：MLP 二年级 - 周六，上午 10:00 - 上午 11:00
在线：MLP 四年级 - 周六，上午 9:00 - 上午 10:00
面对面：周四下午 3:30 - 4:25

Overview

Learn at your own pace and practice learning Chinese with your own dedicated Chinese teacher. Personalize your learning path with the flexibility or learning either in-person or online, giving you the ability to learn anywhere, anytime.

按照您自己的节奏学习，并与您自己的专属中文老师一起练习学习中文。通过面对面或在线学习的灵活性来个性化您的学习路径，让您能够随时随地学习。

Objectives

Learn Mandarin 1 on 1 with a personal tutor
Ideal for beginner to advanced learners
Learn either in-person or online
All teachers are professional native Chinese speakers
Customize your own course and lessons

与私人导师一对一学习普通话
适合初学者到高级学习者
亲自或在线学习
所有老师都是专业的中文母语人士
定制您自己的课程和课程

Payment & Class Schedule

Learn at your own pace, with as many classes as you want, when you want and where you want
Simply pay for a 5- or 10-class package
Let us know your needs and whether you prefer online or in-person classes
Email us for more information!

按照您自己的节奏、任意数量的课程、任意时间、任意地点学习
只需支付 5 或 10 舱位套餐费用
让我们知道您的需求以及您喜欢在线课程还是面对面课程
电邮我们获取更多信息！

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