News & Events

Understanding the Rise of K-Culture: K-Pop Demon Hunters in the Classroom | November 2025 Workshop

Arkansas NCTA presents "Understanding the Rise of K-Culture: K-Pop Demon Hunters in the Classroom," an in-person workshop for teachers of grades 5–12 taking place on November 18, 2025. Learn how to use this pop culture sension to introduce aspects of traditional and contemporary Korean culture in the classroom. Register here!

Asian American History in Arkansas and Beyond | June 2025 Workshop

Arkansas NCTA presents "Asian American History in Arkansas and Beyond," an in-person workshop for teachers of grades 5–12 taking place on June 25, 2025. This workshop explores key events and communities in Asian American history—nationally and right here in Arkansas—through classroom-ready resources and digital platforms like Rising Above in Arkansas and The Arkansas Chinese Heritage Project. Register here!

Foundations of East Asian Civilization: Confucianism, Shinto, and Buddhism | June 2025 Workshop

Arkansas NCTA presents "Foundations of East Asian Civilization: Confucianism, Shinto, and Buddhism," an in-person workshop for teachers of grades 5–12 taking place on June 13, 2025. This full-day seminar introduces educators to three foundational traditions in East Asia and offers classroom-ready strategies to bring them to life. Participants will receive a $50 honorarium and two free books. Register here!

Women’s History Month Series: Japanese Women in Manga, Law, and Literature

Arkansas NCTA presents the Women's History Month Series, a 3-part workshop series on women in Japan for grade 9 - 12 teachers sponsored by the Arkansas Division of the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia. Register Here!