A Note from Our China Learning Initiatives Team

During these difficult times, Asia Society remains committed to the Chinese language teaching community. We understand that educators are facing unprecedented difficulties as they move to remote Chinese learning education and continue to support their students.

We would like to hear from you. Feel free to share best practices, resources, and activities that the community can use for their online instruction. Please reach out to us at chinese@asiasociety.org. We will share this content on our website and across our community.

We are also dedicated to stemming the spread of COVID-19. Our staff in New York City are operating normally, although working remotely. Please stay healthy. Keep calm and continue the amazing work you do each and every day.

NEWS AND OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE FIELD

Join the Asia Game Changer West Awards Virtual Gala—Asia Society Northern California will virtually host its second annual Asia Game Changer West Awards Gala using Zoom on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 from 5–7:00 pm Pacific. This is an important time to come together. Join to hear the inspiring honorees and keynote remarks from California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis. Registration is complimentary to the global community.

ACTFL Resources—ACTFL is offering a free, 1-year, basic membership to any new member who joins between now and June 30, 2020, as well as access to a variety of resources for language educators.

College Board Professional Learning Webinar Series—College Board is offering a series of complimentary webinars for K–12 Chinese teachers and school administrators, including a new session on the timely topic of “Online Teaching Strategies and Tools,” as many teachers work quickly to adapt their teaching to remote and virtual settings.

Silkroad Sessions at Home with Wu Man—Over the next few weeks, Silkroad artists will be giving short, musical performances on various social media platforms. This Friday, April 3, join pipa player Wu Man on Facebook for an online watch party. Learn more about Wu Man at Asia Blog: "From Chairman Mao to Kung Fu Panda: Wu Man Reflects on Playing the Pipa."