ChinaConnections

Our school's mission statement says:
//As a world leader in international education, it is the mission of ISB, in partnership with parents, to educate and inspire our students to reach their unique potential and contribute positively to society by providing a world class education that is __enriched by__ our diversity and __the Chinese culture in which we live__.//

As part of the commitment to exposing you to more of the Chinese culture this year, once every two weeks, you will be reading a newspaper article, usually taken from China Daily, which discusses an issue of importance or interest in China. You will then complete an assignment that sharpens your non-fiction reading skills and challenges your writing skills.

__**The Assignment**__:
1). Obtain a copy of the "China Connections" document from the following link: 2). Scan the list of articles below paying particular attention to the category headings in capitals and the titles of the articles.

3). Preview at least three of the articles that capture your interest below by reading them and considering their content (click and open them on your screen; **do not print yet**). Then, select the **__one__** article that interests you the most and print it.

3). Actively read your printed article by highlighting, underlining, and/or writing in the margins. 4). Complete the "China Connections" document, based on your reading of the text. Be sure to follow all directions and provide specific, elaborated responses which are thoughtful and thorough. 5). Submit the completed "China Connections" document __and__ your actively read article (stapled) on the required due date. Be prepared to present your findings to your classmates.

__The Articles__: