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East Asia Resource Center, Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington

Behind the Headlines – NCTA online series

Shanghai, China. Photo by Nuno Alberto on Unsplash.

 

Staying informed about global events, especially in East Asia, can be overwhelming with the constant flood of news. That’s why we offered Behind the Headlines, an online series designed specifically for teachers. This series provided a clear and insightful overview of recent developments in Taiwan, South and North Korea, China, Xinjiang, Japan, and Hong Kong. Renowned regional experts shared in-depth analyses and context, helping educators better understand the complexities of these regions. Participants also had the chance to engage directly with the experts, asking questions that matter most to you, fostering a rich and educational discussion on the current state of East Asia. The speakers included distinguished faculty from the Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington and other leading institutions. This was a unique opportunity to enhance teachers’ knowledge and bring fresh perspectives to their classroom.

Sessions and details

Each session took place from 4:30 to 6:30 PM PST. The format included a 5-minute introduction, followed by a 50-60 minute lecture, a brief break, and approximately 50 minutes for Q&A and wrap-up.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024: North and South Korea
Led by Albert Park, Associate Professor of Pacific Basin Studies, Claremont McKenna College.

Tuesday, October 1, 2024: China
Led by David Bachman, Professor, Associate Director, Henry M. Jackson Professor of International Studies, University of Washington.

Tuesday, October 8, 2024: Xinjiang
Led by Darren Byler, Associate Professor of Pacific Basin Studies, Simone Fraser University.

Tuesday, October 15, 2024: Japan
Led by Robert Pekkanen, Professor at the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, Adjunct Professor of Political Science, and Adjunct Professor of Sociology at the University of Washington.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024: Hong Kong
Led by David Bachman, Professor, Associate Director, Henry M. Jackson Professor of International Studies, University of Washington.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024: Taiwan
Led by James Lin, Assistant Professor, Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington.

Benefits

Two free WA OSPI clock hours were available for each session.

This program was sponsored by the East Asia Resource Center at the University of Washington, and funded by a Freeman Foundation grant in support of the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia (NCTA).