Chinese Lessons for Heritage Learners

Learning Chinese as a heritage student differs significantly from learning Chinese without any prior Chinese background. In our Chinese courses designed for heritage learners, our instructors are highly attuned to the unique challenges that heritage learners may encounter. These limitations include:

Pronunciation: Receive language input from family or community environment, so may be influenced by dialects or accents, resulting in inaccurate pronunciation or a heavy accent.

Vocabulary and grammar: May use less formal vocabulary and grammar structures because language input primarily comes from family or community environment, which may not provide sufficient standard Chinese input.

Cultural differences: Have cultural differences with standard Chinese, which may affect  Chinese thinking and expression abilities. For example, in etiquette, social interaction and expression, logical thinking and cultural background, this may affect performance in Chinese oral communication.

Language conversion: Frequently switch between Chinese and mother tongue, which may affect Chinese thinking and expression abilities.

Our professional teachers will meet your specific needs in the following ways:

Personalized teaching plan: Our teachers will develop a personalized teaching plan based on your Chinese proficiency, language skills, and learning goals to ensure that you have the most suitable learning experience. Provide standard Chinese input, enhance cultural understanding, emphasize formal vocabulary and grammar structures, encourage students to think and express themselves in a Chinese environment, etc., to help heritage learners improve their Chinese thinking and expression abilities.

Emphasis on reading and writing skills: Heritage language learners commonly encounter challenges related to limited reading and writing proficiency, which can be attributed to their relatively limited exposure to language input and output opportunities. Our course will focus on improving these skills.

Cultural understanding: In addition to language skills, our course will also include content related to Chinese culture to help heritage learners better understand and appreciate Chinese culture.

Learning resources: We will provide students with rich learning resources, including textbooks, courseware, workbooks, recordings, and videos, to help them better master language skills.

Regular assessment and feedback: Our teachers will regularly assess students and provide targeted feedback. This will help students identify their strengths and areas for improvement and adjust their learning strategies to achieve better learning outcomes.

Cultural activities: We will regularly organize cultural activities related to Chinese culture, such as Chinese New Year celebrations, mooncake making during the Mid-Autumn Festival, calligraphy and painting, etc., so that students can better understand and appreciate Chinese culture and improve their language skills through practice.

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FAQ / Tips

Yes, our website offers courses in both traditional and simplified Chinese characters. You can choose the character set that you want to learn based on your personal preference or learning goals.Our courses are designed to accommodate learners of all levels and backgrounds, so whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, we have resources that can help you improve your Chinese language skills.
Our teaching methodology is centered around our students and their individual learning objectives.We provide personalized learning plans, innovative and flexible teaching materials and methods, and strive to make learning Chinese a joyful and enjoyable experience.Our approach is designed to engage students and foster a deep understanding of the Chinese language, culture, and customs. We believe that learning should be fun and meaningful, and we work hard to ensure that every student enjoys their Chinese language learning journey with us.
Our students come from a wide range of ages, from 3 years old to over 80 years old. Our courses are tailored to each student's age and proficiency level to ensure they can receive maximum benefit and progress. Whether you want to learn Chinese as a second language or improve your existing Chinese skills, we can provide you with courses and resources that are suitable for you
As a first - time student, if you are not completely satisfied with our service, we offer a cancellation policy that allows you to cancel your subscription before the first month. In such cases, we only charge a one - month fee and refund the remaining balance to you as soon as possible.We strive to ensure that our customers are fully satisfied with our service and are committed to providing a hassle - free refund process.
Before starting any Chinese language course, the teacher will assess your Chinese language proficiency level through a placement test.This helps to determine your current level of understanding and ability in Chinese, and allows the teacher to tailor the course materials and teaching methods to your specific needs and goals. The placement test may include assessments of your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.Based on the results of the test, the teacher will be able to recommend an appropriate course of study for you.
No, the tuition fees you have paid cover all costs.There are no additional fees or hidden charges. We strive to be transparent and upfront with our pricing, ensuring that our clients receive the best value for their investment.