Call for Proposal

The aim of this conference is to establish a platform for academic and project exchanges in the field of international Chinese education, showcase achievements, and foster collaboration among schools, enterprises, and NGOs. We sincerely invite Chinese education professionals, project managers, and those interested in Chinese education worldwide to participate in this event, where we will exchange insights, engage in in-depth discussions, and jointly contribute to the advancement of international Chinese education.

I. Date and Location

• Date: April 18–20, 2025

• Location: University of California, Santa Barbara, USA

II. Conference Modules

• Module 1: Academic Reports and Roundtable Discussions

• Module 2: Specialized Chinese Programs & "Chinese+" Featured Projects

• Module 3: Showcase and Promotion of Chinese Study Abroad and Internship Programs

• Module 4: Showcase and Promotion of Chinese Teaching Resources and Products

III. Main Topics (Including but not limited to)

• Practices and research in specialized Chinese language teaching

• Innovation and development in "Chinese+" projects

• Opportunities and challenges in overseas study programs in the new era

• Integration and innovation of AI technology in Chinese teaching

• Teacher training for specialized Chinese language programs

• Paths for cultural exchange in the post-pandemic era

• Development and application of new Chinese teaching resources

• New theories and practices in international Chinese language teaching

IV. Target Audience

• Chinese language teachers seeking to enhance course features

• Managers aiming to expand Chinese language programs

• Teachers and students interested in Chinese study abroad projects

• Individuals and organizations wishing to showcase products

• Schools and organizations seeking cross-border, cross-school collaboration

V. Submission Requirements

• Submit a 300-500 word abstract or exhibition description in either Chinese or English on the conference submission website.

• Select a category for your submission, such as academic report, project showcase, or resource showcase.

• Submission website: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/BRIDGE2025/ 

VI. Important Dates

• Submission Deadline: December 31, 2024

• Acceptance Notification: January 15, 2025

• Early Bird Registration: January 31, 2025

VII. Contact Information

• For inquiries, please contact the conference organizing committee (Email: bridge2025expo@outlook.com).

• Additional Option: For paper abstracts, exhibition descriptions, and registration, visit the conference website.

• Sponsorship opportunities are welcome; for details, please contact the organizing committee (Email: bridge2025expo@outlook.com).

Organizers

• Chinese Program, University of California, Davis

• Chinese Program, University of California, Irvine

• Chinese Program, University of California, Santa Barbara

• Chinese Language Teachers Association of California

• Chinese Program, University of Southern California

• Chinese Language Teachers’ Association of Southern California 

Host

• Chinese Department, University of California, Santa Barbara

Co-organizers

• Wu Zhou Han Feng

• American International Education Promotion Association

• Global Network for Specialized Chinese Language Teaching and Research

We warmly invite you to join us in exploring the forefront of Chinese language education, contributing to the growth and development of international Chinese education! We look forward to welcoming you!

Organizing Committee of "Bridge 2025" International Conference on Chinese Education
Contact: bridge2025expo@outlook.com
October 27, 2024