Program: Chinese as a Second Language · CSL
Learning resources available
Explore Mandarin through the conversations people have every day. CSL brings together practical lessons, listening activities, and tools to help learners build familiarity and confidence.
Open the CSL learning libraryOpens Mandarin learning content with English support.
Start with a conversation
Practice introducing yourself, talking about people in your life, and finding useful expressions for everyday situations. Activities combine examples with opportunities to listen, repeat, and make the language your own.
Different ways into the language
Use the support that helps you learn: Chinese characters, Pinyin, English explanations, sound clues, and audio examples where provided. Explore pronunciation, review vocabulary, or work through a conversation with a partner.
Inside the learning library
- Conversation activities: Guided practice for greetings, introductions, and talking about people.
- Phrases and pronunciation: Useful expressions and tools for exploring Mandarin sounds and tones.
- Vocabulary practice: Flashcards and reference materials for reviewing what you have learned.
- Practical guides: Resources for travel and other everyday communication needs.
Choose something to practiceOpens Mandarin learning content with English support.
Learning as a way to connect
Language practice creates opportunities to ask questions, exchange experience, and learn about the people around us. CSL is part of SLP’s wider commitment to mutual understanding across languages and cultures.
Questions about learning or participation?
Contact us about CSL materials, possible learning activities, or an idea for community language learning. Any scheduled sessions and their participation details will be announced when confirmed.