Student teaching in China
China: Dalian
A unique and awe-inspiring look into the culture and education of the Chinese people. Students will teach in English in middle schools or high schools in Dalian, a major financial center in northeast China and a popular tourist destination. Knowing some basic Mandarin Chinese phrases will enhance your living experience.
Program details and costs: 16 week program, 8 weeks student teaching in Ohio followed by 8 weeks in China. Spring semester only. Open to students in the Middle Childhood Education and Adolescent and Young Adult programs. Candidates will have experience in both domestic and international school systems, which will highlight their competence, flexibility, and dedication to becoming a global teacher. The cost is comparable to living on Miami’s campus.
Perks: The adventure begins as you land in Beijing and travel throughout China before beginning your teaching responsibilities. You’ll experience for yourself a nation that is reshaping the economic and political landscape around the world.
Currency:
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Expenses:
| Item | Oxford Campus | China |
| Tuition: 15 hours undergraduate/12 hours graduate | Regular tuition | |
| Housing | Dormitory: $598/month, utilities included Off campus apartment: $500/month plus utilities |
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| Flight/transportation to and from Oxford | Varies per student | |
| Travel while abroad | ||
| Food/meal plan | Depends on meal plan- approx. $2500/ semester | |
| Clothing/dress code | Business casual | |
| Teaching supplies | Minimal- per student choice | |
| Insurance/health care | Parent's health plan or student health insurance | |
| Passport/Visa | None | |
| Medical | Tetanus shot, other shots as needed |
Information & Forms:
International Student Teaching Forms
Student Teaching Supervisors
- Checklist for Graduation and Licensure (PDF)
- Pathwise evaluation form (PDF)
- Final narrative directions (PDF)
- Final narrative template (PDF)
- Supervisor evaluation by student teacher form (PDF)
- Supervisor visitation report (PDF)
- Travel expense form (PDF)
- Request to be absent (PDF)
- Project Learning Curve (PDF)
- Supervisor evaluation by cooperating teacher (PDF)
- Student Teaching Handbook (PDF)
- Cooperating Teacher Handbook (PDF)
- Lesson Plan Template (PDF)