The Chinese and American Education Systems
Ms. Chu describes the Chinese education system, including her personal experience as a Chinese-American mother with a child in a Chinese public school.
Lectures and Talks
China’s Millennials
Eric Fish, author of the book “China’s Millennials: The Want Generation”, explores the attitudes and lifestyles of Chinese millennials.
China’s Changing Demographics
Dr. Cai describes China’s demographic history in terms of fertility, mortality, migration, and demographic momentum.
Review of Day One
A recap of the topics discussed in Day 1 of the 2017 Teachers Workshop and how they affect the social issues that will be discussed in Day 2.
China’s Technology & Communication Innovations
Matt Sheehan recounts three stages of the China-Silicon Valley relationship,
Chinese Dream/One Belt, One Road Initiative
An in depth review of China’s “One Belt, One Road Initiative” and how it should be viewed in the context of Chinese history.
China’s Technology & Communication Innovations
Qingwen Dong introduces WeChat, China’s now ubiquitous “super-app” and its effect on Chinese culture.
Social Media & Crazy Fresh Chinese
Jessica Beinecke illustrates how to teach Chinese to American students, and English to Chinese students.
China on the Road to Rejuvenation
The historical background that have shaped China’s path to the global stage today.
China and Globalization 1895 – 2015
A sociological look into China’s history and its path to globalization through photographs