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Key to Chinese Language Immersion Success: Invest in Teachers
Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School shares their teacher advocate and program consultant model of success.
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Time is Ripe to Start an Elementary Chinese Language Program
Why and how to start an elementary-level Chinese language program in your school or district.
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Considerations for High School Language Programs
How can a school ensure a student can continue learning languages at the appropriate level? Mapping and articulation is the answer. This article looks at two models.
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Characteristics of a Good Chinese Language Teacher
Some qualities to look for when hiring a Chinese language teacher.
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Job Boards: Find a Teacher or Post a Resume
A teacher is the greatest asset to a Chinese language program--find the right fit for you.
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Curriculum
Take a look at Chinese curricula developed and used by programs around the country.
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Advice for Choosing Instructional Materials
What should a teacher look for in Chinese language instructional materials? What to avoid? Some advice from experts at Concordia.
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Assessment
Ideas and tools to assess your Chinese language program.
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Meet the Team
Meet the people behind Asia Society's Chinese Language Initiatives.
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Professional Organizations for Chinese Language Teachers
Groups that provide professional exchange and continuing education opportunities for Chinese language teachers.
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Summer Exchange and Immersion Opportunities
A list of worldwide available programs for Chinese language related exchange and visitation opportunities.
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