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- ISBN 9780300229004
- Weight: 1492g
- Dimensions: 216 x 279mm
- Publication Date: 20 Dec 2016
- Publisher: Yale University Press
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Hardback
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This unique program emphasizes authentic, unrehearsed Chinese language as it is spoken among Chinese speakers. The program includes an online video component connecting students to Chinese culture, politics, and issues by means of the popular talk show program of China Central Television, Tell It Like It Is! Becausea broad variety of individuals participate in the shows, representing different genders, ages, and accents, the listener/reader is exposed to the kinds of language used in real-life situations. Complete episodes of Tell It Like It Is! are available through the online resource.
Tell It Like It Is! addressesthe crucial need of advanced-level students of Chinese to learn spontaneous informal oral discourse, whether they are participating in classroom study or learning independently.
Jianqi Wang is assistant professor at The Ohio State University.
