1. Global Citizenship, Cross-cultural Communication and Engagement with Chinese Society: A NAA Module in Spring 2012 Dr Bin Wu School of Contemporary Chinese Studies Bin.Wu@nottingham.ac.uk

2. Programme 14:00 – 14:20 Welcome and Introduction (Bin) 14:20-14:40 Participants speech and reflection (Lan) 14:40-15:15 Group project discussion (Bernadette) 15:15-15:30 Group feedback and further discussion (Sharon) 15:30-15:45 Announcements and registration (Cheryl) 15:45-16:00 Student reflection/open discussion (Bin) 16:00 end of 1 st Workshop

3. Outline of NAA module Aims/objectives 1.Global Citizenship and cross-cultural communication 2.Group project proposal on local Chinese community 3.Work with stakeholders internally/externally to deliver project 4.Potential & feasibility of student engagement with community 5.Work experience and employability in public and third sector Structure (10 credits, 100 hours) 5 workshops Group project proposal, delivery and dissemination Volunteering contribution to module, esp May fest 2012 Personal reflection report (1500 words)

4. Vision and Approaches 1.Opening Chinese society for social justice 2.Improved communication between Chinese and non-Chinese 3.Engagement with all stakeholders at various levels 4.Empowerment of vulnerable people in communities 5.Student-orientation, teamwork and leadership 6.Creativity, realistic and long tem perspective

5. Where are we? Step1: Guest Lectures Step 2: Open/space Workshops Step 4: Group/voluntary Practices Step 5: Open Day for community Step 3: Stakeholder Engagement

6. Key Resources University partnerships: – Community Partnerships – Student Services Centre – Careers and Employability Service Local Authorities – Nottingham City Council – Broxtowe Borough Council – Broxtowe BME Forum (NHS) Community Organisations: – Nottingham Chinese School – Voluntary Action Broxtowe – Nottingham Chinese Welfare Association Student volunteers committees

7. Nottingham Chinese School A non profit organisation Providing Mandarin Courses at different levels Promoting Chinese Cultures A big society of local Chinese Accepting Children from 5-18 Up to GCSE, A level (~100% A, A*) Alderman White School Chilwell Lane Beeston NG9 3DU www.chinese-school.org.uk nottinghamchineseschool@live.co.uk

8. Opportunities/benefits to students Funding – Funding opportunities for student projects Recognition and Employability Skills – Leadership and managerial skills – References and recommendation letters – Research relevant experience and opportunities – Recognition and awards by the university Work Experience – Voluntary opportunities in various sectors (MRN) – Job training, placement and short-term work (councils) – Internships from stakeholders in UK and China (IOM) – Other job (paid/unpaid) information

9. Participants’ Reflection (14:20 – 14:40) Ms. Sharon Clancy, Head of Community Partnerships, University of Nottingham Baigong Yue, Deputy Headmaster of Nottingham Chinese School Ms. Min Rose, Senior Executive of Asia Business Centre, University of Nottingham Students: What have you learnt from this module in 2011

10. Group Discussion (14:50 – 15:15) Working title of group project Aims and objectives Key resources/stakeholders Process and actions Outcomes by 19/5 Any comments/suggestions?

11. Group feedback (15:15 – 15:30) About group project Comments/suggestions Open questions/discussions