Language Builder
People are not “memorizing machines.”
Language is best learned by living.
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Solid Foundation
Language Builder teaches Chinese language skills starting from the ground up, from the inside out. In our small-sized classes, we guide students in finding the most effective ways to learn by utilizing their own talents.
New vocabularies are presented in practical situations. Students naturally connect these words and usages to their own experiences in their own lives. During the fun class activities, students encourage each other to share their thoughts and feelings. This is a safe space for everyone to experiment with their new skills, and find new and effective ways to communicate with their teachers and classmates.
Pin-Yin
Another way to help students succeed is by using Pin-Yin (spelling Chinese phonetically). People often find that writing is the hardest part of learning Chinese. They spent most of their energy writing the characters, while the joy and focus of their literary pursuit falls secondary.
With Pin-Yin, students can write in Chinese on the computer as soon as they are ready. This eliminates frustration and gives them the freedom to learn the art of Chinese hand writing at their own pace.
Learning Wise
For each of our students, we provide a set of IQChinese learning software. This program assists students in building lasting brain connections by linking new words with what they see, hear, say, and type.
As students complete the steps for each lesson, they can easily see their own progress. With this comes self-confidence and respect for themselves and others in the classroom. This respect then blossoms into appreciation for all people and cultures.
Life Enrichment
Understanding a culture is the only way to apply a language with ease and eloquence. Although Language Builder concentrates on the Chinese language and culture, we prepare our students with the tools and enthusiasm necessary to learn all new things, new languages, new cultures, and meet interesting people.
We teach that learning is not something you only do in school - our students leave with lasting skills and a joy for learning that will enrich their lives as they go out and explore the world.
Culture Festival
To provide more opportunities for people to learn and enjoy Chinese culture, we have created the “Culture Festival” event.
The festival is open to our students, parents, and all who are interested in Chinese culture. Come and be a guest at our Culture Festival!
Remember to check our homepage for the latest event info!
Language Builder Class Schedules
Fall: 9/8/08 ~ 2/1/09
Spring: 2/2/09 ~ 6/14/09
Youth (Ages 8-11)
Class meets once a week
| Level I | |
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| Tue | 4:00–5:30 pm |
| Wed | 4:30–6:00 pm |
| Level II | |
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| Mon | 4:00–5:30 pm |
| Wed | 1:30–3:00 pm |
Teen (Ages 12-18)
Class meets once a week
| Level I | |
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| Mon | 5:30–7:00 pm |
| Level II | |
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| Thur | 4:30-6:00 pm |
| Fri | 4:00–5:30 pm |
| Level III | |
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| Wed | 3:00–4:30 pm |
| Level IV | |
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| Thur | 3:00–4:30 pm |
| AP Prep (14-17) | |
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| Tue | 5:30–7:00 pm (starts 1/09) |
Adult (Ages 19+)
Class meets once a week
| Language Basics | |
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| Mon | 9:00–10:30 am |
| Pin-Yin Computer Entry | |
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| Fri | 10:30–11:30 am |
Language Builder Brochure: English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese
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