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The Historical Background to U.S.-China Relations

Domestic Pressures within China

Xiaobo Lü, Ann Whitney Olin Professor of Political Science, Barnard College

Participants are asked to review the following materials ahead of the session in preparation for Q&A and discussion of teaching approaches:

• The Urban Origins of China's Belt and Road Initiative [AFE] video, watch to 11:31
• The "lying flat" movement standing in the way of China's innovation drive [Brookings Institute] article
• China's Water Challenges [Education about Asia] article

 

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About Asian Topic Discussions

• Online discussions between educators facilitated by an expert on an assigned topic
• Participants are asked to review select materials including presentations from AFE's Video on Asian Topics ahead of the sessions
• PD hours are available for participants who complete all assignments and a questionnaire after each event - contact sj3185@columbia.edu for information
• During sessions the facilitator provides an overview of key points for 30 minutes
• This is followed by a 30 minute discussion on approaches to teaching the topic

All sessions are free and held on zoom. Professional development hours available to those who attend and view the recommended material upon completion of a teaching reflection form distributed at the end of the year.