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Academic Rigor and Student Engagement: A Perfect Match
How six critical qualities--Design, Story, Symphony, Empathy, Play, and Meaning--make learning come alive.
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How to Build School Partnerships
Practical advice for teachers and school leaders on how to create a meaningful school partnerships.
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The Chinese Language and the Languages of China
China’s diversity is a point of fascination for students. This essay encourages not only the teaching <i>of</i> Chinese language, but also teaching <i>about</i> the languages of China as one means to explore China's multifaceted cultures.
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Get Certified to Teach Chinese
Schools need Chinese teachers--get certified and start teaching.
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How to Forge Partnerships with Schools in China
Practical advice on how to find, formalize and sustain US-China school partnerships, and all the benefits that can come out of it.
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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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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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