Chinese Language Education in the United States
Chinese Language Education in the United States by Jiening Ruan, Jie Zhang, Cynthia B. Leung
English | 2016 | ISBN: 3319213075 | 250 Pages | PDF | 4.9 MB
English | 2016 | ISBN: 3319213075 | 250 Pages | PDF | 4.9 MB
This book offers historical, philosophical, and sociocultural perspectives on Chinese language education for speakers of other languages with a special focus on Chinese language education in the United States. It provides a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary look at changes in CFL/CSL education over time in China and the U.S. and the philosophical, political and sociocultural influences that led to these changes. The essays address a wide array of topics related to Chinese language education, including:
- A historical overview of the field
- Theories that apply to CFL/CSL learning
- Policies and initiatives for CFL/CSL by the Chinese and U.S. governments
- Medium of instruction
- Curriculum and instruction for CFL/CSL learners at K-12 and college levels
- Technology for CFL/CSL education
- Chinese language learning for heritage learners
- CFL in study abroad contexts
- CFL teacher education and training
This work is essential reading for scholars and students interested in gaining a greater understanding of Chinese language education in the two countries and around the world.