Integrated Chinese, Level 2: Textbook: Simplified and Traditional Characters

Cheng & Tsui?s best-loved Chinese textbook series is new, revised, and better than ever! Integrated Chinese is already the leading introductory Chinese textbook at colleges and universities around the world. The third edition of this time-tested series has been fully updated to meet the needs of today?s students with new communicative and interactive exercises, a full-color design, up-to-date vocabulary, enhanced cultural coverage, a diverse cast of characters, and a realistic storyline linking all the dialogues and readings. In the third edition, Level 2 has also been split into two parts to match the format of Level 1. This new arrangement covers the material from the second edition?with 10 lessons in each part?yet allows for additional exercises in each lesson and accommodates more flexibility in teaching schedules. The second edition will remain available to order. What's new in the 3rd Edition? 20 lessons in Level 1, for easier academic planning Level 2 is split into two volumes (one per semester) and, as with the second edition, contains both simplified and traditional characters Student-centered learning objectives at the start of each lesson and progress checklists at the end Review sections after every five lessons for review and reinforcement More task-based, communicative language applications including partner work and open-ended creative exercises Current, relevant vocabulary and revised grammar notes with clear and accessible explanations Exciting new storyline linking all the dialogues and readings Enhanced focus on cultural coverage and comparison Some lesson topics have been updated, including the positive/negative role of the internet in students' lives, career planning, etc. All-new, user-friendly full-color design New photos, illustrations, and authentic materials in each lesson