Chinese Language Education in the United States (Hardcover, 1st ed. 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 for scholars and students interested in gaining a greater understanding of Chinese language education in the two countries and around the world.

General

Imprint:	Springer International Publishing AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Series:	Multilingual Education, 14
Release date:	November 2015
First published:	2016
Editors:	Jiening Ruan • Jie Zhang • Cynthia B. Leung
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	250
Edition:	1st ed. 2016
ISBN-13:	978-3-319-21307-1
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Language teaching & learning (other than ELT) > Language teaching theory & methods Books > Social sciences > Education > Organization & management of education > General
LSN:	3-319-21307-5
Barcode:	9783319213071

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