Join us for a free one-day workshop for educators at the Japanese American National Museum, hosted by the USC U.S.-China Institute and the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia. This workshop will include a guided tour of the beloved exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community, slated to close permanently in January 2025. Following the tour, learn strategies for engaging students in the primary source artifacts, images, and documents found in JANM’s vast collection and discover classroom-ready resources to support teaching and learning about the Japanese American experience.
China's Economic Transformation: Policy, Challenges, & Domestic Impact (November 13, 2024)
Session(s) date
Session(s) date:
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Join the 1990 Institute and the USC U.S.-China Institute for a two-part webinar series exploring China’s economic evolution and global influence, crafted for educators and the general public. This series will offer a thorough examination of China’s policy decisions, challenges, and the impact on society over the last forty years.
Overview:
Join the 1990 Institute and USC U.S.-China Institute for an illuminating two-part webinar series on China’s economic landscape. This series, designed with educators and the public in mind, provides a comprehensive view of the policy decisions, challenges, and societal impacts that have shaped China’s economy over the past four decades. The first session, titled “China's Economic Transformation: Policy, Challenges, & Domestic Impact,” is scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 4 pm PT / 7 pm ET.
In this initial session, expert speakers will delve into the evolution of China’s economy, focusing on the government’s role in its transformation, as well as key challenges such as rising national debt, unemployment, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Attendees will gain insights into how China’s policies are adapting to internal pressures, as well as the implications these changes have for everyday life in China. This session is tailored to equip educators with the context needed to discuss China’s economic developments in the classroom, fostering deeper understanding among students.
The second session, taking place in March 2025, will expand the focus to examine how China's economic trajectory impacts the United States and the global community. Both sessions are free and open to secondary school educators and anyone interested in China's economic influence. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain practical insights from leading experts, including Dr. Susan Shirk and Dr. Feng Wang. Secure your spot today for “China's Economic Transformation: Policy, Challenges, & Domestic Impact” and join us in exploring this critical topic. Register here!
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