The theme of the listening section is "talk about Chinese language learning abroad", which focuses on Confucius Institute abroad and the influence of Chinese cultural exchange on the world.

Text analysis: Listening text is an interview. In the dialogue, the interviewee is a Chiese teacher called Aisha Kham in the Confucius Institue abroad.

Instruct students to predict the listening content by observing the pictures and to develop their prelistening prediction strategies,
Instruct students to grasp the key information and important details of the dialogue
Instruct students to express their opinions on the influence of Chinese Confucius Institute abroad and share their experiences with their peers.
Instruct students to conduct a cohensive interview talk about the relevant topic.

Instruct students to grasp the key information and important details of the dialogue.

Before listening, talk with your partner.

1.What do you know about Chinese language learning abroad?

2. How do people from other countries find out about Chinese culture?

keys:

1.As China has boomed, the connection between China and the rest of the world has increased. As a result, learning Chinese has become important for many people. Other people are learning Chinese because they are interested in Chinese culture.

2. By watching films, visiting China, attending a Confucius Institute, etc.

Step1: While listening:Listen to the conversation and answer the following questions.

1. Where does this conversation take place?

2. Who are the people speaking?

3 .What are they talking about?

keys:

1. It appears to take place in a radio studio.

2. a radio host and a Chinese teacher named Aisha Khan.

3.They are talking about Chinese learning in the Confucius institute in Karachi, Pakistan.

Step2: Listen again and take notes by filling in the poster below.

• Welcome to the Confucius Institute.

• Learn to _____________and all about_____________________

• Our institute has grown! we started with______________________but now we have many more.

• It is a centre for ___________________.You can learn and practice fascinating Chinese traditions.

• Knowledge of the Chinese language and culture is important because of increasing________________________. Many students go on to great jobs in_____________________.

• Join us today to help break down language and____________________ and bring the world together!

keys: 1.Chinese culture 2.speak Chinese 3. a few students and teachers 4.Chinese activities 5.trade between China and Pakistan 6. Chinese companies 7. cultural barriers

Step 3: After listening:Answer the questions according to what you remember of the conversation.

• 1. What made Aisha feel like she was part of Ms Hu's family?

• 2. Why did Aisha want to become a teacher?

• 3. Why do students learning Chinese see it as beneficial to their future?

keys:1.Making and eating delicious dumplings together in Ms Hu’s home made Aisha feel like she was part of her family.

2. because she wanted to carry on Ms Hu’s work.

3.Because learning Chinese would help them find good jobs at Chinese companies.

Step 4: Speaking:interviwing a person

Imagine you're interviewing a student at a Confucius Institute in another country about his or her experience. Work with a partner to brainstorm what the interviewer might ask and how the student might answer. Then role-play the interview. Use the phrases and questions in the box to help you.

We are pleased to welcome ..

What was your biggest challenge?

Thanks for joining us.

How did you overcome it?

Tell us more about ...

What are you keen on?

Thanks for your time.

What is the key to your success?

It was a pleasure talking with you.

What do you feel is your biggest achievement?

EXAMPLE

Example:

A: Hi, Jane. Welcome to the show!

B: Thanks for inviting me.

A: Tell us, what was your biggest challenge in learning Chinese at the beginning?

B: Well, I suppose it was difficult to grasp the tones at first.

A: I bet! Did joining the Confucius Institute help overcome this problem?

B: Absolutely! Getting involved with Chinese cultural activities there definitely helped a lot ...

keys:

• A: Hi, Jane. Welcome to the show!

• B: Thanks for inviting me.

• A: Tell us, what was your biggest challenge in learning Chinese at the beginning?

• B: Well, I suppose it was difficult to grasp the tones at first.

• A: I bet! Did joining the Confucius Institute help overcome this problem?

• B: Absolutely! Getting involved with Chinese cultural activities there definitely helped a lot. I got to practice my Chinese on a daily basis, and I could learn how native Chinese speakers spoke.

• A: What do you feel is your biggest achievement?

• B: Learning Chinese characters! I have learnt about 1,500 so far. When I first started, I didn't think it was even going to be possible to learn so many, but now I find that I can read signs, menus, and even some easy newspaper articles.

• A: What are you most keen on?

• B: I've really become keen on learning more about the Chinese culture, in particular Chinese calligraphy. As I have learnt Chinese characters, I have developed a great appreciation for their meaning. I want to explore Chinese characters by learning how to write them in a more beautiful way.

• A: Finally, what do you want to say to anyone interested in learning Chinese?

• I have really become keen on learning more about the Chinese culture, in particular Chinese Calligraphy. As I have learnt Chinese character, I have developed a great appreciation for their meaning. I want to explore Chinese characters by learning how to write them in a more beautiful way.

• A: Finally, what do you want to say to anyone interested in learning Chinese?

• B: I'd say, give it a shot! While some aspects may be difficult, it is quite rewarding and you will be happy that you tried.

• A: Thanks for your time.

• B:You're welcome.