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This is a sequel to the immediate previous chapter. It amplifies some of the conceptual points thereof and suggests practical ways of teaching Chinese culture in conjunction with Chinese Language. This is done for language texts with and without direct references to Chinese culture. Post-lesson activities are suggested to be followed up in class or afterwards to suit students of different learning capabilities.
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Kay Cheng, S. (2021). Chinese Learning and Cultural Teaching: Exclusion and Integration. II. Culture in Language. In: Kay Cheng, S. (eds) Teaching Chinese Language in Singapore. SpringerBriefs in Education. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7066-4_3
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