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!
Looking to make your world history, world geography, or world literature course more exciting? This introductory full-day seminar explores the origins and impact of three of the most important religious and philosophical traditions in Asia: Confucianism, Shinto, and Buddhism. Although these schools of thought emerged thousands of years ago, their influence can still be felt in many aspects of East Asian culture, politics, and society today. This workshop features accessible resources and interactive classroom strategies for teaching classical Confucian teachings, shifting Buddhist practices, and the many Shinto beliefs and spirits that continue to influence Japan’s popular culture. Participating teachers will receive a $50 honorarium and two free books on Asian philosophy and religion.
Format: In-person
Audience: Grade 5 - 12
When: June 13, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm
Where: ArchFord Education Service Cooperative in Plumerville, AR
Benefits to Educators:
- 6 hours of continuing education credit
- Two award-winning books for teaching East Asian Civilization in Your Classroom
- $50 Honorarium
- Access to ready-to-use digital materials and lesson plans
- Priority Registration for Future NCTA programs
Speakers:
Dr. James Dietrick, University of Central Arkansas
Dr. Kae Hashimoto Reed, University of Central Arkansas
Dr. Zach Smith, University of Central Arkansas