Classroom Outreach
- Instructor: Christy GO
- Instructor: Cathy Ishida
- Instructor: Lynn Kali
- Instructor: Lynn Kalinauskas
Science fiction is not just a mirror to society, but a lens through which we can envision multiple realities. This NCTA at the Program for Teaching East Asia short course will look at how China is rapidly becoming a hub for some of the most intriguing science fiction stories being published now. As China continues to undergo massive social, economic, and political transformations, science fiction writers not only tell stories that reflect Chinese history and current changes but also possible futures for all of us. This course will explore selected short stories of contemporary Chinese science fiction authors and discuss the pressing socio-political implications and narratives within their stories. Participants will analyze stories to determine the underlying messages behind each story, discuss how they interact with China’s progress and development, and explore the growing international interest in Chinese science fiction. This course is designed for secondary teachers across disciplines who are looking to enrich their curriculum, spark student discussions, and present diverse perspectives on a changing China.
- Instructor: Lauren Collins
With Taiwan’s increasing global importance, how is the essence of being Taiwanese defined? This multidimensional course will offer participants an in-depth exploration of Taiwan’s rich tapestry of history, identity, politics, and culture. By examining its indigenous roots, colonial past, political dynamics, migration patterns, and evolving social norms, participants will gain comprehensive insight into Taiwan’s distinct history and identity. This in-depth exploration of Taiwan is tailored for secondary teachers and will provide a mix of academic articles, multimedia materials, and discussions with fellow educators on Taiwan’s identity, providing participants with fresh insights to enrich lessons on Taiwan and greater East Asia.
- Instructor: Lauren Collins
NCTA at the Program for Teaching East Asia offers this online course examining literary writings from China’s 20th century in historical context. Participating teachers will become acquainted with important pieces of literature that begin with the May 4th Era and takes readers through the Republican, Maoist and Reform eras. Each writing offers important windows into Chinese society and culture. The course is open to secondary (6-12) teachers who teach about China as part of their required curriculum.
This program is aimed at elementary teachers and middle school teachers interested in integrating picture books into science and/or social studies instruction. The course will focus on the teaching of the natural sciences and the cultures of China and Taiwan. The three books featured address specific standards in life science, earth science, and social studies. By using these picture books that deliver the content with accuracy, teachers will help students gain literacy and visual skills as they read and examine the materials.
This program is aimed at elementary teachers and middle school teachers interested in integrating picture books into science and/or social studies instruction. The course will focus on the teaching of the natural sciences and the cultures of China and Taiwan. The three books featured address specific standards in life science, earth science, and social studies. By using these picture books that deliver the content with accuracy, teachers will help students gain literacy and visual skills as they read and examine the materials.
This in-person workshop is aimed at elementary and middle school teachers interested in integrating picture books into science and/or social studies instruction. The workshop will focus on the teaching of the natural sciences and the cultures of East Asia in Colorado classrooms. The five books featured address specific Colorado standards in life science, earth science, and social studies. By using these specific picture books that deliver the content with accuracy, teachers will help students gain literacy and visual skills as they read and examine the materials.
NCTA at the Program for Teaching East Asia offers this online course for secondary (6-12) teachers nationwide to examine literary writings from China’s Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. Participating teachers will become acquainted with important pieces of literature that reflect the time periods and offer important windows into the Chinese society and culture.
NCTA at the Program for Teaching East Asia offers this online course examining literary writings from China’s 20th century in historical context. Participating teachers will become acquainted with important pieces of literature that begin with the May 4th Era and takes readers through the Republican, Maoist and Reform eras. Each writing offers important windows into Chinese society and culture. The course is open to secondary (6-12) teachers who teach about China as part of their required curriculum.
- Instructor: Lynn Kalinauskas
NCTA at the Program for Teaching East Asia offers this online course examining literary writings from China’s 20th century in historical context. Participating teachers will become acquainted with important pieces of literature that begin with the May 4th Era and takes readers through the Republican, Maoist and Reform eras. Each writing offers important windows into Chinese society and culture. The course is open to secondary (6-12) teachers who teach about China as part of their required curriculum.
- Instructor: Lynn Kalinauskas