I am currently pursuing a master's degree at the University of Manchester, marking my fourth year in the UK. Originally from China

Through the teaching of the Chinese language, I focus on goals and needs by striving for fluency and acquiring cultural proficiency. Primarily, I shall determine the current level of the student's language proficiency in order to build a personalized program where speaking, listening ability, reading, and writing are balanced. In the case of beginners, I would attract their attention to basic vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar with more interactivity using dialogues and visual aids. News articles, literature, and conversations are added with more advanced learners to help them understand idiomatic expressions and more complex structures. Meanwhile, in the whole process of learning, I also introduce some cultural elements to put the language in context, enabling students to follow through with more appreciation for Chinese traditions and how they apply in modern times. Regular assessments and feedback ensure progress is on track, while conversational practice builds confidence in real-life communication. This solid, yet flexible, methodology helps the student build a balanced and thorough command of Mandarin Chinese for a variety of reasons—academic, professional, or personal.