A Summer Workshop for K-12 Chinese Language Teachers Chinese Language Institute This is a PAST event. Currently EASC has no plan to host another workshop like this. June 25-30, 2000 Bradford Woods Martinsville, Indiana [Outline] [Format] [Setting] [Particpation] [Responsibilities] [Head] [Application] [Contact] [EASC Home] Interested in improving your skills in Chinese language speaking and teaching? The East Asian Studies Center at Indiana University is holding a summer Chinese Language Institute for K-12 teachers at Bradford Woods, IU’s outdoor learning center. Boarding with native Chinese speakers, participants will be fully immersed in Chinese language and cultural environment. Workshop Format: The workshop will start at Sunday evening dinner with participants and teachers and will end after Friday lunch. In the mornings, Monday through Friday, classroom instruction will review basic grammar and daily usage for spoken Chinese and will drill on situational conversations. Group discussions on improving skills in Chinese language teaching will be also included in the classroom instruction. In the afternoon, group activities and individual tutoring will provide participants ample opportunities to practice Chinese. In the evenings, various interesting and relaxing games, movies and internet browsing will help participants to explore Chinese culture. Workshop Setting: Bradford Woods, nestled in the hills of southern Indiana, is situated on 2,400 acres of land committed to the enrichment and education of all who enter. Bradford Manor, a beautifully restored, three-story br ick home, is a comfortable accommodation for class and lodging. Hiking trails, campground, swimming pool and a 110-acre pond are ideal facilities for summer outdoor activities. Participation Includes: Free housing and meals provided Option to earn 2 graduate credits at in-state rate Grant for purchasing Chinese language teaching materials Participation Responsibilities: A $35 non-refundable registration fee Clothing for outdoor activities Head of Institute: Jennifer Liu (Assistant Professor of Chinese Language of the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, Indiana University) Application: Eligibility: K-12 teachers who want to improve their skills in Chinese language speaking and teaching. Non-native Chinese speakers only. Deadline: April 30, 2000 (Rolling Admission) Application Form SPACE IS LIMITED Contact: If you have questions, please contact: Hong Yue Guo, Outreach Assistant East Asian Studies Center Indiana University Memorial Hall West 207 Bloomington, IN 47405-7005 Tel: (812)855-3765 Fax: (812)855-7762 E-mail: easc@indiana.edu URL: http://www.indiana.edu/~easc Last updated: 3/14/02 URL:http://www.indiana.edu/~easc/workshop_jun00/chinese_institute.htm Comments: easc@indiana.edu Copyright 1999, The Trustees of Indiana University