On-the-Go Chinese with Xinwen Mandarin Chinese Language Lessons /
Who says it's hard to learn Mandarin? Who says it can't be fun? Not Xinwen Chen, a thirty-something TCSOL-certified Mandarin Chinese teacher! Taking a functional approach to language acquisition, this collection of 50 three-minute lessons uses very simple scenarios based on everyday situat...
| Other Authors: | Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm), Infobase., HistoryGraphics.net (Firm) |
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| Format: | Video |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
New York, N.Y. :
Infobase,
[2010], c2009.
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| Physical Description: |
1 streaming video file (151 min.) : sd., col., digital file + instructional materials (online) |
| Subjects: |
China
-- Languages.
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| Summary: |
Who says it's hard to learn Mandarin? Who says it can't be fun? Not Xinwen Chen, a thirty-something TCSOL-certified Mandarin Chinese teacher! Taking a functional approach to language acquisition, this collection of 50 three-minute lessons uses very simple scenarios based on everyday situations to immerse learners in the elements of practical conversation. "I define myself as a bridge between east and west!" says Xinwen. An engaging language-learning tool, and an enchanting glimpse of Chinese culture. |
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| Item Description: |
Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on November 19, 2010. Mandarin Chinese: "It's All on Me Today" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Do You Accept Credit Cards?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Is This?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "How Much Is This?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Is There an ATM Near Here?" (3:02) -- Mandarin Chinese: 'May I Try This On?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: 'What Time Does This Place Open? (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "I Have a Reservation" (3:05) -- Mandarin Chinese: "How Long Do You Plan to Stay?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Is the Telephone Number Here?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Tour Packages Do You Offer?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Can You Help Me to Take a Photo?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "I Would Like to Exchange My Money for RMB" (3:02) -- Mandarin Chinese: "When Does the Performance Start?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "May I Speak to...?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Really?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: " I Like..." (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Do You Think About...?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "You Are Very Beautiful" (3:03) -- Mandarin Chinese: "From...To..." (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Are You Free Tonight? (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Anybody Home?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Time Is It Now?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Date Is Today?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "How Is the Weather?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Hello. It's Good to Speak Chinese" (3:02) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Good Morning" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Is Your Name?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Do You Speak English?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Where Do You Come From?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "It's O.K." (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Let Me Through!" (3:02) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Can You Do Me a Favor?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Take me to..." (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Excuse Me. How Can I Get to...? (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Is There a Bus Stop Around Here?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Which Bus Line Should I Take?" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "When Is the Next Bus Coming?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "I Want to Buy a Ticket" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "I Want to Rent a Car" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Which Road Should I Take?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Where Is the Nearest Gas Station? (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "How Long Does It Take to Walk There?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Can You Take Me There?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Have a Meal Together?" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Menu, Please!" (3:02) -- Mandarin Chinese: "What Is Your Signature Dish?" (2:59) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Cheers! Bottoms Up!" (3:00) -- Mandarin Chinese: "I Want to Order a Drink" (3:01) -- Mandarin Chinese: "Check, Please!" (1:28) Access requires authentication through Films on Demand. Who says it's hard to learn Mandarin? Who says it can't be fun? Not Xinwen Chen, a thirty-something TCSOL-certified Mandarin Chinese teacher! Taking a functional approach to language acquisition, this collection of 50 three-minute lessons uses very simple scenarios based on everyday situations to immerse learners in the elements of practical conversation. "I define myself as a bridge between east and west!" says Xinwen. An engaging language-learning tool, and an enchanting glimpse of Chinese culture. 6 & up. Mode of access: Internet. System requirements: FOD playback platform. |
| Physical Description: |
1 streaming video file (151 min.) : sd., col., digital file + instructional materials (online) |
| Format: |
Mode of access: Internet. System requirements: FOD playback platform. |
| Audience: |
6 & up. |
| Access: |
Access requires authentication through Films on Demand. |