China Overview

The China Teachers Program (CTP) is a nonprofit outreach program of the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies at Brigham Young University. The program offers a rare combination of opportunities for participants to teach Chinese university students, experience a year living in China, absorb the ancient and modern culture of Asia, and contribute to building a relationship of trust with the People's Republic of China. In addition to fostering academic and cultural ties, the program also provides professional international experience and important educational services to affiliated Chinese universities.  CTP participants bring the wisdom and experience of their successful careers to their classes. Their conscientious service benefits Chinese students, host universities, and the teachers themselves. 

Program Goals

• To develop cultural competencies of teachers and students
• To provide instruction in English and selected content areas to affiliated Chinese universities for the enrichment of Chinese university students
• To build academic and cultural ties with Chinese universities in order to promote understanding and trust
• To provide an opportunity for CTP teachers to absorb the ancient and modern culture of China, to enable them to develop friendship and respect for their Chinese students and the People's Republic of China
• To provide Chinese students with an intimate and extended exposure to American teachers to increase their awareness of America.