2019 National Chinese Language Conference
Connecting to a Global Future

The opening reception at the 2019 NCLC

Opening Reception at the 2019 NCLC 1

Lion Dance by the Abboud Family from San Diego 1

Lion Dance by the Abboud Family from San Diego 2

Representatives from the College Board and Asia Society speak at the opening reception for the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference

Opening Reception at the 2019 NCLC 2

Lean Markworth from Mission Bay High School performs at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference

Lean Markworth from Mission Bay High School performs at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference

Plenary One-Pathways and Trends for Global Education at NCLC 2019

Plenary Two-Student Study Abroad Experience: Impact and Best Practices at NCLC 2019

Plenary Three-The Social Media Path to Chinese at NCLC 2019

Riverview International Academy Students perform at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference 1

Riverview International Academy Students perform at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference 2

A breakout session at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference 1

A breakout session at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference 2

A workshop at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference

E-poster session at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference 1

E-poster session at the 2019 National Chinese Language Conference 2

2019 National Chinese Language Conference participants chat in the conference exhibit hall 1

2019 National Chinese Language Conference participants chat in the conference exhibit hall 2
Connecting to a Global Future
At a time when communication between Chinese and Americans is more important than ever, nearly 1,300 teachers, administrators, policymakers and exhibitors from across the U.S. and seven other countries conveyed at the 12th annual National Chinese Language Conference. The three-day conference was hosted by the Asia Society and the College Board from May 9–11, 2019 in San Diego, California.
Over the course of three days, educators participated in more than 120 workshops and presentations, visited schools across the greater San Diego area, and enjoyed engaging plenary sessions and performances. The conference built up a mutual platform for diverse participants to share insights and best practices in teaching and learning Mandarin. Further, it explored how Chinese language programs and study abroad opportunities are shaping a new generation of American youths who are ready to face the challenges and seize the opportunities of a dynamic and global economy.
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