Why Choose Encounters?

  • Focus on real-world spoken language and communication, backed by a proven video-integrated pedagogy
  • Dramatic videos and cultural segments bring the language and culture of China to life
  • Functional task-based approach, with clear grammar instruction and exercises
  • Simultaneous study of simplified and traditional characters – UNIQUE to Encounters!
  • Comprehensive and interactive website provides on-the-go access to all multimedia
  • Wealth of ancillary materials to aid both students and teachers and encourage learning
  • Program customization allows instructors to modify lessons to suit student’s needs and pace