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Publications
Chinese in 2008: An Expanding Field | link or download
Historically Chinese has not been widely taught in American schools, but interest is growing dramatically. Read the 2008 state-of-the-field report.
Creating a Chinese Language Program in Your School: An Introductory Guide
In response to the unprecedented interest in schools and communities in expanding instruction in Chinese, Asia Society has produced an introductory handbook. Intended for school board members, educators and parents, the guide identifies key elements of a successful program, outlines practical action steps, and connects readers to professional resources.
52 pages. See pricing information below.
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$25 each
If ordering 25 or more, there is a 15% discount
If ordering 50 or more, there is a 30% discount
If ordering 100 or more, there is a 40% discount
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Expanding Chinese Language Programs in the United States | Read Full Report (24-page PDF)
What would it take to have five percent of American high school students learning Chinese by 2015? A new Asia Society report recommends national commitment and investments in teaching Chinese language and culture. The report documents a growing consensus among national security and business leaders, educators and foreign language experts. Its analysis of the current status of Chinese language instruction concludes that the current infrastructure to support recruitment of students and teachers as well as the growth of high quality programs is woefully inadequate. The study suggests short- and long-range strategies. Read on...
Education in China: Lessons for U.S. Educators | Read Full Report (24-page PDF)
China’s tremendous economic growth has been the subject of widespread media attention. Far less well known but equally impressive are the great strides China has made in education in a relatively short period of time and its ambitious plans for the future. These developments have enormous implications for the U.S. education system. Read on...
Math and Science Education in a Global Age | Read Full Report (24-page PDF)
Faced with an increasingly urgent achievement gap in math and science that may hinder U.S. competitiveness, American educators and policymakers are studying best practices in China and other Asian countries that produce better results. This report outlines key ways in which China, and East Asia more broadly, have been successful in producing higher student achievement in math and science. Read on...
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Each issue tackles a different facet of creating and sustaining Chinese language programs; grants and other opportunities; professional development listings; ask an expert; and more.
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