NOTE: The request for proposals for the 2017 NCLC is now close. The NCLC Proposals Review Committee will conduct a careful review process. We will notify each presenter via email by the end of December when a final decision is available.

Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at nclc@asiasociety.org.

Thank you for your interest in participating in the 2017 National Chinese Language Conference.

The National Chinese Language Conference (NCLC) provides a high–profile platform for sharing new ideas and best practices in the fields of Chinese language teaching and learning, Chinese arts and culture, and U.S.–China educational exchange. The 10th annual NCLC is organized by Asia Society and the College Board and will be held in Houston, TX, April 6–8, 2017. The conference will focus on:

  • building and sustaining quality Chinese programs at all levels of K–12 and higher education;
  • cutting-edge approaches to teaching that incorporate culture, technology and collaborations; and
  • best practices in the classroom leading to high levels of language proficiency and cultural competency.

Educators from all areas of K–12 and higher education are encouraged to submit a proposal.

As a session presenter, you will have an opportunity to:

  • Share your knowledge and experiences, and gather valuable feedback from peers
  • Showcase your educational programs and partnerships to a national audience
  • Help shape the agenda of the Chinese language education community
  • Receive a discount on your registration fee

Submission deadline is extended to Friday, October 21, 2016

Once you have completed the application and hit the submit button, a confirmation page will appear on the screen. A notification email of the review committee's decision will be sent ONLY to the primary presenter by December 2016.

Click here for 2017 NCLC Proposal Instructions.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at nclc@asiasociety.org. Thank you!

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