The schedule includes lectures and discussions on Korean history, culture, art, politics, economics, and the Korean educational system, as well as on-site study and independent research. Application deadline is Fri, Feb 16. 950 Third Ave, 8th Fl, New York, NY 10022. These seminars provide opportunities for American educational leaders to exchange ideas on the best practices of education with Chinese principals, directors of education bureaus, and teacher educators. Each American participant prepares a presentation for the program.
Space is available for educators in states other than Vermont.
Professional and cultural activities for both programs are in Beijing and one other location. Qufu, Confucius' hometown in Shandong Province, from Sat, Apr 14 Fri, Apr 27. Jul 18 Thu, Aug 2. As part of the Freeman Teacher Leadership Project, the East Asia Resource Center at the University of Washington is offering a 3-week China Summer Institute . The purpose of the institute is to help educators identify and explore Chinese culture, particularly for introducing students to fundamental concepts about China.