Jiayun Mandarin

Beginner

1-on-1 online Chinese lessons with me: introduction video

In this video, Jiayun from Taiwan introduces her language teaching approach, emphasizing clear communication and fluency in both English and Chinese. She highlights her use of comprehensible input and TPRS teaching methods, and her adaptability to student preferences, whether working with multimedia resources or textbooks, and shares her international living experiences to connect with students interested in travel and cultural discussions.

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09:51

Beginner

A breakup story

The video shares the experience of visiting the Museum of Broken Relationships in Zagreb, Croatia, where the presenter explores various real-life stories of breakups. The video highlights emotional narratives and objects that symbolize past relationships, offering viewers insight into the complexities of human emotions and the concept of loss, while encouraging them to learn relevant vocabulary about relationships and breakups.

Jiayun Mandarin

09:19

Beginner

A green onion cream cheese bagel

In this video, the speaker shares their experience of eating a bagel filled with green onions and cream cheese while visiting a bagel shop in Croatia. They delve into the variety of flavors offered at the bagel shop, including both sweet and savory options, and differentiate between types of bagels and ingredients, such as Italian-style sausages and different types of cream cheese.

Jiayun Mandarin

03:17

Beginner

Taiwanese / Hokkien

In this video, Jiayun introduces herself as a Taiwanese national who is fluent in Chinese and English but not very proficient in Taiwanese, a language her father speaks fluently with her, whereas her mother communicates in Chinese. She expresses hope that viewers will enjoy the video despite her limited fluency in Taiwanese and aims to share a bit of the language with them.

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Learn to play Chinese half chess/banqi in 5 minutes (rules easier than xiangqi)

04:58

Beginner

Learn to play Chinese half chess/banqi in 5 minutes (rules easier than xiangqi)

In this video, the presenter introduces viewers to "Chinese Half Chess" (Anqi), a simplified version of traditional Chinese chess (Xiangqi) that utilizes the same pieces but features easier rules and a smaller board. The video tutorial covers basic rules, demonstrates gameplay, and guides on how to use a specific app to play the game online with friends or other players.

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09:39

Intermediate

Why dogs tilt their heads

The video focuses on exploring why dogs sometimes tilt their heads, incorporating a lively discussion with both educational and entertaining elements. The host uses examples and viewer interaction to ensure understanding and engagement, encouraging viewers to think about the behavior of dogs, while also incorporating some language learning aspects by explaining related vocabulary and expressions throughout the discussion.

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04:14

Beginner

Things in an apartment

In the video, the speaker, who has recently moved to Mexico, gives a casual tour of her somewhat disorganized apartment, showcasing various items and explaining their names in Chinese to help viewers learn new vocabulary. Throughout the tour, she points out everyday objects like shoes, clothes, kitchen utensils, and furniture, while mentioning background noises like barking dogs due to his proximity to the street.

Jiayun Mandarin

05:50

Beginner

Work experience

The video features a speaker discussing their personal work experiences before and after college. Initially, the speaker recounts working part-time in a dumpling shop during university, which was different from their studies, and later, they transition into teaching Chinese in Mexico, emphasizing the cultural and educational exchanges encountered during this time. The themes focus on job experiences, educational backgrounds, and cultural interactions.

Jiayun Mandarin

07:39

New starter

Introduction E4

Jiayun Mandarin

07:08

New starter

Introduction E3

In this video, Jiayun, a language enthusiast from Taiwan, shares her daily routines, hobbies, and past experiences teaching Chinese in Mexico and Canada. She mentions her interest in learning languages through different media, her love for travel and walking in natural settings, her time in Hualien, Taiwan, and her habits of watching documentaries and YouTube videos, particularly enjoying relaxing activities in the evenings.

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02:12

Beginner

Learn Chinese from zero

In this video, Jiayun introduces herself as a language enthusiast who speaks Mandarin Chinese as her first language and is proficient in English, with intermediate skills in Spanish and Taiwanese, and basic knowledge of French. She expresses her passion for learning and engaging with different languages through activities like listening to music and watching videos, and encourages viewers to share their own language experiences in the comments.

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S1 E1 Call me, make me your safari - Xianjing Chen

03:53

Beginner

S1 E1 Call me, make me your safari - Xianjing Chen

The video features multiple segments of music interspersed with brief spoken phrases by an individual who apologizes for their voice and makes a reflective comment about change and identity. The repeated greetings at the end suggest a casual or vlog-style interaction.

Jiayun Mandarin

03:28

Beginner

Language and food

Jiayun Mandarin

03:10

Beginner

Cameras and schools

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