Teaching Asia in a Changing World: Conflict, Cooperation and Global Leadership

Title: Teaching Asia in a Changing World: Conflict, Cooperation and Global Leadership

Description: Join us for a professional development workshop designed for middle and high school educators interested in expanding their global curriculum. Through expert-led sessions on East Asian economic ties, trade dynamics, and food cultures, participants will gain fresh insights and practical tools to integrate Asia into their teaching. This workshop also offers classroom-ready digital resources and free books to support the teaching of Asian history and culture.

For: 5-12 grade teachers

Where: Canton, MS; Nissan North America

When: Saturday May 9, 2026; 9:00am-3:00pm

Requirements:  

• Attendance at the full workshop
• Web-connected device (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone)

What’s in it for me? No registration fee, Lunch provided, 0.5 CEU's at no cost, $50 stipend**

Contact: 601-974-1325; mscee@millsaps.edu

Registration Deadline: May 6, 2026 by noon

*Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made within 10 days of the workshop and "no-shows" will be charged a $25 fee. Cancellations can be made by emailing mscee@millsaps.edu. No exceptions will be made. You will not be charged during registration. If you attend the workshop, your card will never be charged. However, teachers that cancel within 10 days of the workshop or are a "no show" will be charged $25.

**Workshop Stipend Policy: Gift cards or stipend payments will only be provided to Mississippi teachers who meet the criteria specified in the registration information. It is the responsibility of the recipient to review this information to ensure they qualify. Gift cards or stipend payments will be issued within 30 days of the training to the email address used for registration and must be accepted within 90 days of issuance. If not accepted within this period, the payment will be retracted with no obligation to reissue the payment.