ACTFL helps promote Mandarin in Taiwan and in the U.S. Through its agreement with the Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education in Taiwan (FICHET), ACTFL works with select Taiwanese universities and organizations to help Mandarin teachers and learners find opportunities to study and teach in Taiwan and the United States. ACTFL and leadership in Taiwan have developed several resources that ACTFL members can take advantage of to further their own Mandarin study or that of their learners. Programs include study abroad and work programs in Taiwan and connections to hire Mandarin teachers from Taiwan to teach in U.S.-based programs. Programs to promote U.S./Taiwan interchange These ACTFL partner programs are designed to connect United States-based educators and students to Taiwan and vice versa. Employ Taiwanese Mandarin Teachers in U.S. The Ministry of Education (MOE) subsidies covering round-trip airfare and a monthly stipend for one year (Teachers: US$1,600/month, Assistants: US$800/month), topped with a one-time teaching materials allowance for Mandarin teachers. Mandarin Immersion Program: Short-term study groups in Taiwan The Ministry of Education (MOE) of Taiwan subsidizes groups of American students to study Mandarin for 2-4 weeks and experience the culture in Taiwan. Ministry of Education (MOE) Huayu (Mandarin) Enrichment Scholarship Huayu Enrichment Scholarships enable American citizens an opportunity to undertake Mandarin course at language centers in Taiwan. Includes a monthly stipend. Ministry of Education (MOE) Taiwan Scholarship Taiwan Scholarships enable American citizens an opportunity to study undergraduate, master's or doctoral degree programs, at recognized universities in Taiwan. Includes stipends and tuition waivers. More information：https://www.actfl.org/educator-resources/actfl-taiwan-partnerships-and-resources

The Annual Gathering of the U.S. Language Education Community — the 2025 ACTFL Annual Convention — Grandly Opens in New Orleans from November 21 to 23. This year, the Ministry of Education has commissioned the Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan (FICHET) to lead Taiwan’s participation, joined by the Overseas Community Affairs Council, the Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency—Huayu, the Foundation for Scholarly Exchange, as well as multiple universities and industry partners. In total, 17 delegations are taking part in the exhibition.A major highlight of this year’s Taiwan Pavilion is the first-time participation of the National Palace Museum and the National Center for Traditional Arts. With a curatorial concept that integrates culture and language education, the pavilion showcases Taiwan’s rich and diverse cultural heritage while creating a more engaging and immersive Mandarin learning experience. The exhibition design blends traditional and modern elements to reflect the spirit of the “Learn Mandarin in Taiwan” brand, drawing strong attention from American educators and language learners.On November 21, FICHET and the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) co-hosted the “Educational Achievement Showcase: ACTFL–Taiwan Partnerships and Resources.” ACTFL President Milton Alan Turner and Executive Director Larry Paska delivered keynote speeches, presenting updates on Taiwan–U.S. collaborative initiatives and outlining future directions. The event served as a key platform for bilateral academic exchange and highlighted the close partnership between ACTFL and Taiwan in language promotion and professional resource integration.Under the “U.S.–Taiwan Education Initiative,” the Ministry of Education and the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) continue to advance bilateral educational exchanges. That afternoon, the Taiwan–U.S. Mandarin Education Exchange Forum was held at the Loews New Orleans Hotel. Distinguished guests included Ragini Gupta, Director for Press and Public Diplomacy of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs; Yu-Jen Chen, Deputy Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston; NCSSFL President Melissa Monroe; Xavier University of Louisiana Provost Marguerite S. Giguette; Shou-Wang Kuo, Vice President for International and Cross-Strait Affairs at Shih Chien University; and Hui-Yi Chou, Director of the Education Division at TECRO. Together, they explored how to build a more comprehensive global Mandarin learning ecosystem under the framework of the U.S.–Taiwan Education Initiative.Participants included members of the National Council of State Supervisors for Languages (NCSSFL), the National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Languages (NADSFL), and numerous language education experts. The Taiwan delegation engaged in extensive discussions with U.S. educational leaders on teaching resources, faculty exchanges, and collaborative curriculum development, opening new opportunities for future Taiwan–U.S. cooperation in Mandarin education.That evening, FICHET hosted the “Taiwan Night” networking banquet, attended by prominent government and academic leaders. Guests included Ingrid D. Larson, Managing Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Washington Headquarters; Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Chi-Ching Hsu; and Deputy Director General Yu-Jen Chen of TECO in Houston. National Taiwan Normal University invited a renowned Taiwanese folk dance troupe to perform a contemporary fusion of traditional ritual dance, deity procession hip-hop, and interactive Eight Generals performance, offering audiences a vivid and innovative expression of Taiwanese culture that received enthusiastic acclaim.Throughout the evening, Taiwanese and American representatives engaged in lively exchanges, not only strengthening institutional cooperation but also further advancing Taiwan’s international brand image of “Bringing Mandarin to the World.”FICHET Executive Director Tzu-Bin Lin noted that, supported by the U.S.–Taiwan Education Initiative and the Executive Yuan’s “Mandarin Education 2025 Plan,” the Taiwan Huayu BEST Program has facilitated partnerships between 23 Taiwanese universities and 79 American universities, and has established seven Mandarin Learning Centers in the United States to provide structured instructional support and teacher training.This year’s Taiwan Pavilion centres on cultural richness and educational innovation. With the participation of the National Palace Museum and the National Center for Traditional Arts, the pavilion presents an integrated learning experience that connects language and culture. Participating universities showcase a wide range of Mandarin programmes, including customised courses, Mandarin for professional domains, cultural immersion experiences, and experiential learning. Together, they demonstrate Taiwan’s innovation, confidence, and leadership in global Mandarin education.

The Global Chinese Reading Contest is organized by the Research Team of the Chinese Language and Technology Center, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU). The contest aims to inspire Mandarin learners’ motivation for reading and foster autonomous learning habits through engaging reading tasks. 【Event Information】 Registration Period: From now until November 28, 2025 Contest Period: November 24, 2025 – February 20, 2026 Eligibility: Open to all Chinese language learners worldwide Registration Fee: Completely free of chargehttps://reurl.cc/jr2kry 【Benefits for Participants】 ✔ Chinese reading proficiency test + personalized online diagnostic report ✔ Free access to carefully selected e-books in Traditional and Simplified Chinese ✔ Complete certificate of participation (digital) and reading progress record ✔ Outstanding participants will receive an official bilingual (Chinese–English) certificate issued by NTNU 【How to Register】 Individual Registration: https://reurl.cc/vL2eL1Group Registration: https://reurl.cc/jr2kry For detailed information, please visit the official website:https://mandarin.smartreading.net/contest/competition.aspx Organizer: Research Team of the Chinese Language and Technology Center, National Taiwan Normal UniversityCustomer Service Email: service@contest.smartreading.netOfficial LINE Account:  https://lin.ee/yjk6BGZ

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) annual convention, a major event in language education, took place from Nov. 22 to 24 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Taiwan's delegation, led by the Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan (FICHET), included representatives from Taiwan's Ministry of Education, Overseas Community Affairs Council, National Academy for Educational Research, Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency-Huayu, the Fulbright Taiwan Foundation for Scholarly Exchange, 13 universities, and industry partners. In all, 20 institutions promoted Taiwan's strengths in Mandarin education. The delegation was joined by Taiwan's six Education Division offices in the U.S. to advance collaboration in Mandarin education.As a landmark event, sponsored by the American Institute in Taiwan has partnered with the Ministry of Education Taiwan and FICHET to organize the first Taiwan-U.S. Mandarin Education Symposium during the ACTFL conference to deepen educational cooperation between Taiwan and the United States. A featured session, chaired by Dr. Randall Nadeau, executive director of the Fulbright Taiwan Foundation, included discussions with key figures in U.S. Mandarin education, including Taiwan's representative to New York, Ambassador and Director General Tom Chih-Chiang Lee, Ingrid Larson, Managing Director of the American Institute in Taiwan Washington Headquarters, and ACTFL President L.J. Randolph Jr. Through these discussions, the event aimed to foster further collaboration in Mandarin education between the two nations. Speakers included Alabama's incoming education commissioner, Eric Mackey, and representatives from New Jersey City University and University of Pennsylvania, who shared their experiences with Taiwan's Mandarin programs. Christine Loven-Santos, principal of Denver Language School, also attended, underscoring the growing importance of Mandarin in the U.S. K-12 education system and setting a foundation for future collaboration in early education.Ambassador Lee highlighted Taiwan's reputation as a hub for Mandarin education, noting its supportive learning environment, high-quality teaching resources, safe and free society, and unique blend of traditional and modern culture. With more than 3,000 American students currently studying Mandarin in Taiwan, the country's appeal as a learning destination is growing.FICHET Chairperson Wu Cheng-Chieh noted that under the Taiwan-U.S. Education Initiative and Taiwan's Mandarin Education 2025 Program, 21 Taiwanese universities have established partnerships with 70 U.S. institutions, and five Mandarin learning centers are now operating in the U.S. Taiwan has sent 147 Mandarin teachers to the U.S. this year alone to support these initiatives and meet the growing demand for Mandarin education.The Learning Mandarin in Taiwan Pavilion, designed with a futuristic theme, highlights Taiwan's strength as a tech-driven nation and its connections to global technology development. Participating universities are showcasing diverse Mandarin programs, including customized courses, professional studies, and cultural immersion, aimed at attracting more international students to Taiwan for a comprehensive cultural and linguistic experience.On the evening of Nov. 22, the FICHET hosted the Taiwan Night reception at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, featuring remarks from Chairperson Wu, Ambassador Lee, and Sara Mathews, Director, Office of Press and Public Diplomacy, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. The event fostered vibrant exchanges between Taiwan and U.S. representatives, sparking new partnerships and reinforcing Taiwan's reputation as a top destination for learning Mandarin.

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