Jason D.

I want to thank Depeng Laoshi here for all his efforts to help me progress in Chinese. His explanations are always very clear (he is a trained teacher of Chinese as a foreign language), and I also like discussing (more and more in Chinese !) broader topics like the role of the UN in the world.

I so appreciate Depeng's individualized teaching methods, supportive demeanor, and willingness to help me with my goal - to take and pass the HSK 1 exam at 61 years old! Although I am only able to speak simply in Mandarin Chinese, before and after lessons, Depeng's expert knowledge of English allows us to discuss international relations and nuanced subject matter at an academic level. I appreciate his good humor and patience when my cats jump onto my desk - and right into our lessons! I have been working with Depeng several times per week for a month and have just booked my next month of lessons. I look forward to each session (5:00 AM!) knowing I will learn in the context of Depeng's expertise, warmth, and humanity.

Excellent conversation and very thoughtful questions. Enjoyed practicing new vocab and grammatical structures to express ideas about international relations.

A great teacher and great classes. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into our classes, its always appreciated.

I had another great lesson with Jason about International Relations in Chinese. He uses great material to discuss and is ready to adapt to my requests. We generally read a text or watch a video and then discuss it together. I am learning so many specific terms and would definitely recommend studying with him!

I have completed 2 full classes along with a trial class and I'm happy to recommend Depeng (Jason). Class materials we are using are from the HSK 5 Standard Textbooks and Workbooks. Classes are a blend of English and Chinese, but mostly Chinese (I try to use as much Chinese and ask in English for more minute details, or if really don't comprehend the Chinese explanations etc). Depeng sent materials in advance of the class which was helpful and efficient in that it allows me to have my questions ready in advance of the class, as opposed to looking up vocabulary during the class which would be a waste of time, money and resources. Classes are relaxed. In terms of class outcomes - I was able to discuss points such as the difference between similar words or phrases (e.g. 偷 tou and 抢 qiang), and wider comprehension issues in articles, such as assumptions or cultural understandings that weren't obvious to me as a non-native speaker. Again, happy to recommend!