• Communicative activities are clearly labeled as Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational as aligned to ACTFL Standards
• Cultural content and imagery have both been updated
• Vocabulary has been updated with fresh, relevant content that's fun for teens to learn
• Newly revised layouts improve clarity and flow of content
• Pinyin of initial and final charts are updated along with their practice in the foundation lessons
• Improved activities
• Students explore the products, perspectives, and practices of the Chinese world while making comparisons to their own lives
• Additional authentic Chinese language materials, performance-based tasks, and project-based learning through the Passport® Learning Environment

Interpersonal, Presentational, and Interpretive Communication
Interpersonal speaking activities engage students to use real-life communication skills in a partner or group setting.
Presentational speaking and writing activities guide students through the process of gathering information and presenting it within a cultural context.
Interpretive communication activities direct students to focus on meaning and analysis of content.

Students interact with culture through the products, perspectives, and practices of the Chinese-speaking world while making comparisons to their own lives. Students gain insight into the cultural perspectives that underlie the practices and products of the Chinese-speaking world. Practices reveal patterns of social interactions related to products, demonstrating to students "what to do when and where."