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Resources for Schools | Asia Society

Resources for Schools | Asia Society | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From asiasociety.org - August 6, 2012 10:11 PM
Global non-profit organization. The leading force in forging closer ties between Asia and the West through arts, education, policy and business outreach.
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Asialink Education: Asia literacy for schools | Asialink

Asialink Education: Asia literacy for schools | Asialink | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From asialink.unimelb.edu.au - March 17, 12:49 AM
Australia-Asia school partnerships, student learning, exchanges and professional development of school leaders and teachers
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Asialink Education (formerly Asia Education Foundation) empowers school leaders, teachers, students and young professionals with global perspectives, cultural understanding and relationships to navigate a shared future in our region.
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English | Asia Education Foundation

English | Asia Education Foundation | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.asiaeducation.edu.au - January 20, 2014 12:35 AM
Explore contemporary and traditional aspects of Asia through English. Explore Australia’s place in the region. Access online resources and materials to support the English and literary texts and lesson plans.
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In this learning area, students draw on knowledge of the Asia region,  including literature, to influence and enhance their own creative  pursuits. They develop communication skills that reflect cultural  awareness and intercultural understanding. From Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia in the Australian Curriculum: English

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Hiroshima – from symbol of human destruction to leader in educational reform

Hiroshima – from symbol of human destruction to leader in educational reform | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From oecdeducationtoday.blogspot.com.au - February 20, 2014 7:08 AM
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I had the privilege of taking part in a cultural tour of the Hyogo region of Japan in 2013 which included a day trip to Hiroshima. In many ways, visiting this incredible city and meeting some of its resilient, proud residents, was a personal highlight of the tour.
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What Works 5: Schools becoming Asia literate | Asia Education Foundation

What Works 5: Schools becoming Asia literate | Asia Education Foundation | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.asiaeducation.edu.au - December 3, 2013 12:26 AM
What Works 5 report focuses the achievements of the Becoming Asia Literate: Grants to Schools (BALGS) program.
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Great to read how some Australian schools are becoming Asia Literate.
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October 13, 2013 8:41 AM
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Infographic for China's Urbanisation

Infographic for China's Urbanisation | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From news.nost.org.cn - October 13, 2013 8:41 AM
Here is an infographic for China’s Urbanisation produced by the EU-funded Dragon-STAR project. China’s urbanisation over the past three decades is a massive phenomenon of scale and speed. In the 19...
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Year 8 unit 2 Urbanisation - China's great migration.
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Example of creating an informative infographic on China's urbanisation
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How can I access this in a clear resolution. I need it for a class assessment. Thank you
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Indonesia: Case studies in water, food, urbanisation and human wellbeing

Indonesia: Case studies in water, food, urbanisation and human wellbeing | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.worldvision.com.au - October 16, 2013 6:44 AM

Australia's engagement with Asia: Indonesia is an engaging and easy-to-use teaching resource that supports the Australian Curriculum: Geography. It includes six DVD chapters with related texts and worksheets developed by World Vision and the Australian Geography Teachers Association. It directly addresses two cross-curriculum perspectives: Sustainability and Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia.

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Contextual Understanding: Mao’s Last Dancer - Resources - TES Australia

Contextual Understanding: Mao’s Last Dancer - Resources - TES Australia | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.tesaustralia.com - October 1, 2013 2:15 AM
Worksheet, students are asked to specific topics in order to gain contextual understanding of the historical events surrounding the text Mao’s Last Dancer
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Best content in Asia Literacy resources for Australian Curriculum: English | Diigo - Groups

Best content in Asia Literacy resources for Australian Curriculum: English | Diigo - Groups | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From groups.diigo.com - September 12, 2013 9:39 AM
This group is for the collation and sharing of resources and titles that assist teachers looking for materials to address the Australian Curriculum: English requirements regarding Asian Literature, including texts by Asian authors, authors of Asian...
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Mostly for older children but some texts for younger children.
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Secondary English illustration | Asia Education Foundation

Secondary English illustration | Asia Education Foundation | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.asiaeducation.edu.au - August 13, 2013 11:52 PM
What Works 3 report features illustrations of achieving intercultural understanding through the teaching of Asia perspectives in English and History.
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Great resource for exploring this important aspect of 21st Century teaching and learning
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July 29, 2013 8:24 AM
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Hyogo Prefectural Government Cultural Centre

Hyogo Prefectural Government Cultural Centre | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.hyogo.com.au - July 29, 2013 8:24 AM

The Centre aims to promote Japanese language, culture and exchange by providing a large resource library and conducting various seminars, workshops and activities to cater for all age groups and interests.

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Great place to hang out to immerse yourself in Japanese culture...also the annual Hyogo tour is amazing! Check it out on this website...

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New awards celebrate Australian arts in Asia - Office for the Arts

New awards celebrate Australian arts in Asia - Office for the Arts | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From arts.gov.au - July 15, 2013 6:38 AM
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From the website..."Arts Minister Tony Burke today announced new awards to celebrate the important role Australian artists and arts organisations play in enhancing our relationship with Asian countries.

The Australian Arts in Asia Awards open for applications today and will recognise, celebrate and promote the significant number of Australian artists engaging in Asia, contributing to stronger, deeper and broader cultural links with Asian nations"

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Asia Literacy Ambassadors for schools | Asia Education Foundation

Asia Literacy Ambassadors for schools | Asia Education Foundation | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From asiaeducation.edu.au - July 13, 2013 9:13 AM
Guest speakers in your home State/Territory.
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Bring 'real-life' Asia Literacy into your classroom!
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July 6, 2013 6:41 AM
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Australia to increase people-to-people links with Indonesia | Prime Minister of Australia

Australia to increase people-to-people links with Indonesia | Prime Minister of Australia | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.pm.gov.au - July 6, 2013 6:41 AM
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd announced today that the Australian Government will increase people to people links with Indonesia by funding study experiences for Australian students, new specialised research on the bilateral relationship, and a...
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Booktopia - Asia & Australia's Engagement with Asia - Online bookstore

Booktopia - Asia & Australia's Engagement with Asia - Online bookstore | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
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Booktopia - Buy Asia & Australia's Engagement with Asia books online from Australia's leading online bookstore. Discount Asia & Australia's Engagement with Asia books and flat rate shipping of $6.50 per online book order.

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Asia & Australia's engagement with Asia - A one stop shop for literature and teacher resources via @Booktopia...

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January 27, 2014 6:43 PM
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Year 3 History: National Days and Celebrations - Vietnam

Year 3 History: National Days and Celebrations - Vietnam | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.scoop.it - January 27, 2014 6:43 PM
Celebrations and commemorations in other places around the world; for example, Bastille Day in France, Independence Day in the USA, including those that are observed in Australia such as Chinese New Year, Christmas Day, Diwali, Easter, Hanukkah, the...
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January 22, 2014 5:30 AM
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Chinese New Year Assembly - Resources - TES

Chinese New Year Assembly - Resources - TES | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.tes.co.uk - January 22, 2014 5:30 AM
An assembly suitable for Key Stage 3 (and possibly 4) about Chinese New Year and the Chinese Zodiac.
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An assembly suitable for upper primary about Chinese New Year and the Chinese Zodiac. A PowerPoint presentation is included and the accompanying film can be viewed or downloaded for free at: www.truetube.co.uk

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November 27, 2013 8:18 AM
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Best content in Asia Literacy resources for Australian Curriculum: English | Diigo - Groups

Best content in Asia Literacy resources for Australian Curriculum: English | Diigo - Groups | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From groups.diigo.com - November 27, 2013 8:18 AM
This group is for the collation and sharing of resources and titles that assist teachers looking for materials to address the Australian Curriculum: English requirements regarding Asian Literature, including texts by Asian authors, authors of Asian...
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An awesome list of Asian literature...shared at #tmwa today! Thanks Paula...
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Intercultural communication

Intercultural communication | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From ourasianstories.edu.au - October 21, 2013 11:47 PM

What skills do students need to interact successfully with people from other cultures?

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Intercultural communication skills, classroom activities, partner school video conferencing and more...
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The skills and attributes of Intercultural Communication are unpacked: risk taking, empathising, preparing, observing, reflecting, comparing, inquiring, respecting... (so many similarities with the IB Learner Profile)
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October 4, 2013 1:49 AM
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Discovering China | Journeys in Film

Discovering China | Journeys in Film | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.journeysinfilm.org - October 4, 2013 1:49 AM
The Film – Please Vote for Me Is Democracy a universal value that suits human nature? Do elections inevitably lead to manipulation? Please Vote for
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Study programs to Asia | Asia Education Foundation

Study programs to Asia | Asia Education Foundation | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From asiaeducation.edu.au - September 16, 2013 10:31 AM
Ever thought of travelling to Asia to take part in an in-country professional learning experience? View the world differently through first-hand experiences abroad.
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Having travelled to many countries in Asia independently, I had a life-changing experience as part if a cultural tour to Hyogo Japan earlier this year...highly recommend travelling this way!
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August 15, 2013 10:18 PM
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World Vision Australia

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From www.worldvision.com.au - August 15, 2013 10:18 PM
We live in a diverse world: Indonesia (Year 6-10)... AC Geography resource.
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Fabulous links to Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia ...thanks World Vision!
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Intercultural communication

Intercultural communication | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.ourasianstories.edu.au - August 12, 2013 7:46 AM

Intercultural communication skills, Classroom activities, embedding studies of Asia across the curriculum, information and ideas about linking with a sister school...

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Great resources to support the Australian Curriculum

# Cross-curriculum priority: Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia

# General Capability: Intercultural Understanding

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July 29, 2013 5:42 AM
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Sister School Guide - China | Asia Education Foundation

Sister School Guide - China | Asia Education Foundation | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.asiaeducation.edu.au - July 29, 2013 5:42 AM
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Great resource...Thanks AEF! "The Sister School Guide – China assists Australian schools teaching Chinese to establish partnerships with schools in China. The Guide provides:practical advice for establishing and sustaining a partnership; downloadable tools and links to resources; examples of effective use of new technologies and strategies that help to embed a partnership into Chinese language teaching and learning."

 

 

 


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BBC – Schools – Primary Languages – Mandarin: Vocabulary, activities, games, clips and songs for children learning Chinese

BBC – Schools – Primary Languages – Mandarin: Vocabulary, activities, games, clips and songs for children learning Chinese | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.bbc.co.uk - July 13, 2013 9:48 AM
KS2 primary Chinese Mandarin resources for children to learn words, phrases, symbols and sounds and familiarise themselves with the culture.
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Great resource for F-6 AC Languages
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July 9, 2013 9:33 AM
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Language Learning Space

Language Learning Space | Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia | Scoop.it
From www.lls.edu.au - July 9, 2013 9:33 AM
New Australian Curriculum: Chinese Language resources from Education Services Australia (ESA)
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Great new resource for teachers and students.
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