Developing Chinese (3rd edition) - Advanced Speaking Course I

Developing Chinese (3rd Edition) - Advanced Speaking Course I (发展汉语（第3版）高级口语 (I)) is an advanced textbook designed to improve spoken Chinese expression and communication skills in social life. This book is part of the comprehensive "Developing Chinese" (3rd Edition) series, a systematic set of materials spanning 28 volumes across three levels.

• Recommended Level: Advanced (equivalent to HSK 5 or entry-level HSK 6). It is ideal for learners who have finished intermediate studies and wish to overcome expression bottlenecks to speak Chinese more naturally.

• Key Features:

  • Focus on Authentic Speech: Moves learners from simply "being able to speak" to "knowing how to speak well" through discourse organization training.

  • Contemporary Topics: Includes 13 lessons covering modern social issues such as online phenomena, environmental concerns, and personalized education to stimulate critical thinking.

  • Mind Map Integration: Uses mind maps in the "Activity Pages" to help learners organize their logic and develop the habit of thinking directly in Chinese.

  • Structured Lesson Flow: Each lesson follows a logical sequence: Learning Expression, Warm-up, Text, In-class Activities, Text Links, and My Gains.

  • Practical Application: Designed for 4 class hours per lesson, focusing on real-world scenarios, debates, and questionnaires.