Chinese Language Education in the United States

Jiening Ruan (Curatore)

Jie Zhang (Curatore)

Springer International Publishing AG, 2016

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 forscholars and students interested in gaining a greater understanding of Chinese language education in the two countries and around the world.

• Curatore: Jiening Ruan, Jie Zhang
• Editore: Springer International Publishing AG
• Collana: Multilingual Education
• Anno: 2016
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 250 p.
• Dimensioni: 235 x 155 mm
• EAN: 9783319363110

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