Youth Camps - Immersion in Language and Culture

A.  22-25 Hours Per Week in Chinese Language Instruction

B.  Individualized Instruction - No More Than 10 Students Per Class

C.  Different Emphasis at Each Level
 1. Beginner
  a. tone differentiation
  b. basic vocabulary, listening, speaking
  c. survival language skills
 2. Intermediate: higher level of listening, speaking, vocabulary
 3. Intermediate-advanced: Higher level, plus reading
 4. Advanced: writing and culture understanding

D.  Both Simplified and Traditional Characters

E.  Top Quality Instructors
 1. Native Chinese
 2. Distinguished and accomplished
 3. Enthusiastic
 4. Enjoyable classrooms

F.  Friendly Camp Counselors
 1. Available to answer questions and solve problems
 2. Student/counselor ratio 6:1

G.  Maximum Culture Immersion
 1. Wide range of culture classes
 2. Visits to centers of culture and social activities
 3. Home visits for first-hand experiences

H.  Quiet, Secure, and Comfortable Accommodations
 1. Close to counselors and classmates
 2. Completely well-stocked and furnished rooms
 3. Wide choice of both Chinese and western food
 4. Nearby sports fields and recreational facilities

I.   Diverse Student Body
 1. From Asia, Europe, and North America
 2. Ample opportunities to exchange ideas, opinions, and cultural understanding.

J.  Humanities (art, music, etc.) Classes