MFLE

Sharing practice

See examples of practice from schools around Scotland which are involved in learning and teaching about Chinese language and culture.

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Confucius Classrooms around Scotland

See how Scotland's Confucius Classroom Hubs are developing across eight local authorities.

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Confucius classrooms: Introduction to China

'Learning about China is not in the future, it’s now.' Watch the movie introducing aspects of China and its culture.

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Introducing Chinese language and culture to the Curriculum

Grange Academy's China Project which helped students learning to speak, read and write Mandarin Chinese and to understand Chinese Culture.

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Weifang kite making at Our Lady’s High School

Students and staff had a team day making kites with visiting teachers from Weifang in the Confucius Classroom Hub in Cumbernauld.

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Perth High School - Developing the Chinese theme

Perth High School is focusing on the Chinese theme as part of the school's commitment to developing their International Education programme.

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Creating links with a primary school in China

Discover how Rashielea Primary School overcame obstacles to create strong cultural links with Tianjin Experimental Primary School.

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Our links with a Chinese school

Teachers and students at Grantown Grammar School have gained many benefits from linking with a school in China.

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Linking with a Chinese school

Find out more about linking with a Chinese school, which can enhance learning and teaching by providing a context for global citizenship.

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Visiting a Chinese school

A visit to a school abroad can be rewarding for all involved. Get useful advice and information here.

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Joint curriculum projects with a Chinese school

Curriculum projects are a great way to bring a school link alive and into the classroom. Find out how they work in practice.

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Chinese language special

How schools have started to introduce Chinese language and culture across the curriculum - interviews with foreign language assistants and teachers and resources, quizzes and blogs.

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Foreign language assistants - from China to Scotland

Watch these video diaries to find out what our two foreign language assistants from China enjoyed about teaching in Scotland.

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Teaching Chinese at St George's School

How St George's School in Edinburgh teaches Chinese language and culture and strengthens links abroad.

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Chinese New Year special

Learn more about the customs surrounding Chinese New Year, and find activities and resources for pupils of all ages.