Chinese: More than a Language
Though notoriously hard to learn, Mandarin sees increasing interest from passionate overseas learners. Laying aside all the complex factors,Mandarin is apparently more than a mere language, shows a recent research.
Say it in Chinese, American parents tell their children
WASHINGTON: More Americans are dunking their children in Chinese immersion classes and hiring Mandarin-speaking nannies in the hope of giving them a competitive edge as China imposes itself as an economic giant. "The Chinese language is extremely hot at the moment," said Michael Levine, vice-president of the New York-based Asia Society, a non-profit organization that promotes knowledge and understanding of Asia. "Chinese is a language that people in the hinterland in states as diverse as Kansas and Kentucky - now want to speak." A student is tested by school teacher Ms Li during her full Chinese immersion class at Potomac Elementary School in Maryland. AFP Comments (0)
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Welcome to Shirley's Mandarin Hut
This is my experimental blog for our Mandarin learners. Your visit and comments are appreciated:
Mandarin Hut in Shirley's Herb Garden
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Shall we delay teaching characters?
It is common to start learning characters right at the beginning , but is this the best way to learn the language - and is it the best way to learn characters?
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Book Recommendation: 'Oracle Bones-A Journey Through Time in China' by Peter Hessler
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