On September 29, 2024, the USC U.S.-China Institute hosted a workshop at the Huntington’s Chinese garden, offering K-12 educators hands-on insights into using the garden as a teaching tool. With expert presentations, a guided tour, and new resources, the event explored how Chinese gardens' rich history and cultural significance can be integrated into classrooms. Interested in learning more? Click below for details on the workshop and upcoming programs for educators.
Online Seminar - Contemporary China
Session(s) date
This complimentary online seminar explores many aspects of contemporary China. In addition to building a solid foundation of knowledge, the seminar discusses ways to effectively incorporate China into your curriculum. This course is open to all teachers. Click here for the flyer.
- video presentations (two hours a week)
- readings
- mandatory online forum participation
- weekly live online discussion with an instructor (Tuesdays from 5-6 pm PST).
- 4 Continuing Education Units (processing fee applicable)
- Online resources and materials
Session | Date | Online Meeting Time | Topic/s |
Intro | 1/28 | 5-6pm PST | Welcome and Orientation |
1 | 2/4 | 5-6pm PST | Georgraphy and Demography The Communist Party and the Hukou System |
2 | 2/11 | 5-6pm PST |
The Rise of China's Economy |
3 | 2/18 | 5-6pm PST | Expanding Choices |
4 | 2/25 | 5-6pm PST | Generations Environmental Degradation |
5 | 3/3 | 5-6pm PST | U.S.-China Relations Global China |
HOW TO APPLY
1. Submit your application below.
2. Ask your school principal to confirm your teaching assignment by emailing asiak12@usc.edu.
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