1. The document discusses how Chinese language study can help build students' global competence by teaching them skills needed in today's increasingly globalized world such as cross-cultural communication and understanding different perspectives. 2. It notes that current students lack global awareness and knowledge about other parts of the world. Learning Chinese and having a globally-focused education can help prepare students for a future where they will regularly interact with people from other cultures. 3. The document outlines elements of global competence like investigating the world from multiple perspectives, communicating effectively with diverse audiences, and taking informed action on global issues. It provides examples of how to incorporate these into Chinese language classrooms.

1. Chinese Language Study as a Catalyst for Global Learning Shari Albright National Chinese Language Conference April 23, 2010