Number of Extended Learning Opportunities: 10

Extended Learning Mentor Grade Level or Position: Yingzhe Tao  Dean of Academics and Dr. Xuan Weng, senior advisor of HCCS and faculty adjunct in ITGL program.

Description of the Opportunity: 

Virtual Projects and Online Courses: ITGL students can participate in virtual projects in conjunction with our Saturday online courses. Afterward, they will complete reflections or e-portfolios as part of their learning experience. These e-portfolios will focus on students' reflections, where they will respond to 10+ questions about their learning and experiences in either written or video form. The insights gained from this classroom feedback will directly impact the work being done at Howard County Chinese School. 

In-Person Visits: ITGL students will have the opportunity to make two visits each semester or year. During these visits, they can meet the same teachers from their Saturday online classes, who also hold in-person sessions on Sundays, or connect with other teachers who teach exclusively in-person on Sundays. These visits can include discussions on teaching methodologies, classroom activities, and student outcomes. 

Major Events: Another opportunity for in-person engagement could be during major events, such as our annual New Year Gala, which offers a rich cultural experience.

Extended Learning Contact Name:  Yingzhe Tao

Extended Learning Contact Email: dean@hccs-md.org

Extended Learning Mentee(s):