Jiangsu Province, China

1. JIANGSU WELCOMES YOU Jiangsu Province,China

2. Ⅰ. Overview of Jiangsu Ⅱ. Education in Jiangsu Ⅲ. International Cooperation and Exchange of Jiangsu Education Ⅳ. Jiangsu Education Association for International Exchange (JEAIE) Ⅴ. Cooperation between American Community Colleges and Jiangsu Higher Vocational Colleges

3. Overview of Jiangsu • Jiangsu, adjoining Shanghai, is located in the beautiful and fertile Yangtze Delta along the coast of East China, covering an area of 102,600 square kilometers. Jiangsu has a population of 77 million. Its capital city is Nanjing. • As one of the provinces with the most dynamic economic activities and greatest development potentials. Jiangsu’s 2010 GDP was USD619.8 billion, making up 11 percent of the national GDP. • Its long history, prosperous economy, famous people, and rich culture all contribute a lot to the highly developed Jiangsu education.

4. Education in Jiangsu Jiangsu has 4498 primary schools, 2123 junior high schools，653 senior high schools，and 472 intermediate vocational schools, with respective enrollment of 3.9878 million, 2.3295 million, 1.3566 million and 1.35 million. In1996, Jiangsu became the first province to universalize 9-year free mandatory public education. In 2007, it again took the lead in universalize 15-year education. Jiangsu has significantly achieved free mandatory education. Currently, the enrollment rate of school-age children reached 99.96%, 100% for primary schools aged, 96% for junior high school-aged, and 96% gross for senior-high school-aged.

5. Jiangsu has 124 higher education institutions(including 79 higher vocational colleges), with a total enrollment of 1.7749 million students; the gross enrollment rate for post-secondary education is 42%, making Jiangsu the top-one in number of institutions and enrollment rate among all provinces in China. The Jiangsu universities has 77 academicians of the National Academy of Science and National Academy of Engineering, 18 National Key Laboratories, 164 Provincial Key Laboratories , 9 National Engineering/Technology Research Institutes , 131 Provincial Engineering/Technology Research Institutes, and 11 national-level university science and technology parks.

6. International Cooperation and Exchange of Jiangsu Education Since the opening up policy, over 120,000 people from Jiangsu have studied abroad, and around 100,000 international students from over 160 countries have studied in Jiangsu. The number of international students in Jiangsu has been increasing at an average rate of 15% annually. There are 14,079 international students in Jiangsu at present time, which places Jiangsu the fourth among Chinese provinces, and one of the main provinces attracting international students. The Johns Hopkins University-Nanjing University Center for Chinese and American Studies, which established in 1986, has exemplified its significant influence both at home and abroad.

7. Currently, Jiangsu universities and colleges have various cooperation and exchanges with over 500 universities and colleges abroad. A large number of faculty members and researchers have been sent abroad for collaborative research, professional training and academic teaching. Famous universities such as Nanjing University, Nanjing Normal University, Suzhou University, and Yangzhou University have already established 16 Confucius Institutes and 6 Confucius Classrooms overseas. Nanjing No.1 High School and Suzhou High School have also established the Jiangsu Center for Chinese Language Studies in Essex, UK.

8. JEAIE Founded in 1987, JEAIE is a specialized education organization for international cooperation and exchange, which was approved by Jiangsu Provincial Department of Education and registered by Jiangsu Civil Affairs Bureau. As a member of China Education Association for International Exchange (CEAIE) and a non-governmental agency for international exchange and cooperation in Jiangsu, JEAIE serves as a bridge between schools in Jiangsu and education institutions overseas. JEAIE has 212 members, including top universities like Nanjing University, Southeast University, and middle schools like Nanjing Foreign Languages School, Nanjing Middle School affiliated to Nanjing Normal University, Suzhou High School and some vocational colleges . All the government education departments at municipal and county levels are executive directing members of JEAIE.

9. JEAIE aims to promote the development of education, science and technology and culture in Jiangsu by facilitating education exchanges and cooperation between Jiangsu and the rest of the world. JEAIE works to establish extensive cooperation with education institutions, academic organizations, schools, enterprises, foundations and individuals worldwide under the principles of equality, mutual benefit and win-win approach. In the past over 20 years, JEAIE has been the most reliable and influential education agency for international cooperation and exchange in Jiangsu Province.

10. JEAIE has established broad cooperative relationship with education agencies and international non-governmental organizations abroad such as: National Committee on United States-China Relations（NCUSCR), College Board （CB）, American Councils for International Education （ACIE）, Student Management Group(SMG), University Pleasant Program (UPP), Foreign Language Study Foundation, Triway International Group, Youth For Understanding (YFU), American Field Service (AFS), British Council（BC）, Cambridge International Examinations（CIE）, London University Edexcel, Institute of Education（IOE）, Essex County Council, Ontario Council of Academic Vice-President（OCAV）and Australian Secondary Principals Association（ASPA）.

11. In addition to programs sponsered by government, JEAIE, with its qualified educational resources and advantages, takes an active part in international exchange programs and plays a very flexible role as a domestic non-governmental agency. • JEAIE also organizes both long-term and short-term international cultural exchange programs for middle school students, accommodates foreign students in China, sponsors education exhibitions and participates into the introduction and management of foreign teachers. • JEAIE sends Chinese teachers and volunteers overseas for Chinese language and culture training programs to intensify inter-school exchanges and develop new education cooperation programs.

12. 1.Since its implementation of the School Year Exchange for High School Student Program in 2000, JEAIE has sent to US nearly 100 students each year for one-year cultural exchange programs, with home-stay in host families and study in a nearby public high school. The total number has reached over 1000 students in the past 10 years. 2. JEAIE has also started full-time high school student selection and recommendation program in 2010, in which 20 students are selected and recommended to American high school for full time high school (9-12) education.

13. 3. American Community College Program Since 2010, JEAIE has jointly worked with UPP for high school graduates to study for transfer education: first 2 years in American community colleges, and then for another 2 years in a four year institution to pursue a BS/BA degree. There are over 30 community colleges with cooperation with JEAIE, such as: : Bunker Hill Community College，Citrus College, Cypress College，Dixie State College of Utah, Edmonds Community College, El Camino College, Glendale Community College, Santa Barbara City College, Seattle Central Community College, West Los Angeles College etc.

14. 4.Pilot International Curriculum Since 2006, when JEAIE introduced A-level Curriculum to 4 pilot schools in Jiangsu, the number of pilot schools students has reached 928, and all the graduates have been admitted by renowned universities abroad. BTEC Curriculum（ British occupational education certificate system ） JEAIE has introduced ND and HND for the vocational high schools and higher vocational colleges of Jiangsu. At present, 8 colleges have applied for subjects on engineering, hotel management, business, etc.

15. 5.Sino-America Joint Class Jointly working with senior high schools in Jiangsu, there are four models as following: （1）2+2+2 After 2 years’ study in a high school in Jiangsu, the student will be admitted by an US community college for another 2 years, and then will further study in an undergraduate college for 2 years. （2）3+2+2：After 3 years’ study in a high school in Jiangsu, the student will be admitted by US community college for 2 years, and then will further study in an undergraduate college for 2 years. （3）3+4：After graduation, the high school student may continue to study further in an US college to get a bachelor’s degree. （4）2+4：After 2 years’ study in a high school in Jiangsu, the student will receive intensive English training in American college for 1 year, and then will be admitted by a college if he/she meets the requirements. Under all four models, during the high school period, the students will receive not only the required curriculum in Jiangsu, but also intensive English, American history and culture study. Student will also learn how to apply for American colleges, and prepare for the exams of SAT and TOEFL, etc.

16. 6.Short-term Overseas Cultural Exchange Program （1）Primary and middle school students can enroll in cultural exchange trips for 2-3 weeks in US during summer and winter vacations. （2）Overseas Cultural Exchange Program for College Students During this summer vocation, JEAIE will arrange a 2-3 week cultural exchange trip to US. College students can visit renowned universities and cities, attend lectures and tour scenic attractions. This program can broaden their international perspectives and increase their overseas experience.

17. 7.Bilingual Training for College Teachers in America Since this year, JEAIE will organize bilingual training for college teachers in US. 80 college teachers will be sent to Virginia University for a 3-month training in this autumn. 8. JEAIE will also send principals of primary and middle schools (including chief of education bureau) for advanced training in United States. Teachers of Jiangsu primary and middle schools will also be sent for academic visit in US. 9. “Better Future” Education Training Center, which was jointly founded by JEAIE and Jiangsu Education Television Station in 2010, offers the best language training for further study abroad.

18. Possible Future Cooperation between American Community Colleges and Jiangsu Higher Vocational and Technical Colleges 1. Sino-America Cooperative Education Programs • First step, set the superior subjects of Jiangsu higher vocational and technical colleges and establish Sino-America curriculum or agency with American community colleges. • Second step, admit high school graduates for the 3-year joint teaching plan. Curriculum will be taught by either Chinese or American professors. After the student has completed the study, he or she will be granted certificates of both colleges. • For those students who meet the certain requirements, they can further study in US undergraduate colleges which had entered into partnership with the community college after three years.

19. 2.The Recommendation Model for Students from Jiangsu Higher Vocational Colleges to Further Study in American Colleges 1+2 model After 1-year study in Jiangsu higher vocational college, the student will study in America community college for 2 years. After that, he or she can further study in a undergraduate college with a transfer agreement with the community college. 2+1 model After 2-year study in Jiangsu higher vocational college, the student will study in America community college for 1 year. After that, he or she can further study in a undergraduate college with a transfer agreement with the community college.

20. 3. Send higher vocational college teachers to America community colleges for bilingual training on teaching 4.Development of Mutual Credit Earning System for Chinese and American students. For Example, in semesters and vacations, students of Jiangsu higher vocational colleges and American community colleges can study in each other’s school for a short term and obtain credit as well as overseas learning experiences. 5.Recommendation of senior middle schools sophomores or seniors to study in American community colleges 6.JEAIE also had introduced internationally recognized vocational qualification certificate, and developed relevant training and examination service.

21. Jiangsu Welcomes you！ Contact Ms. Yanli Bao Tel:+86-25-83335206 Fax:+86-25-83335293 Email: jeaie_Baoyl@ec.js.edu.cn Add:15 West Beijing Rd, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China

22. Jiangsu Welcomes you！ • Contact (U.S.) Mr. David Huang JEAIE US Liaison Office Program Manager Tel: 703-854-1000 Fax:703-854-1001 Email: huangd@triwayinc.com Add: 7115 Leesburg Pike, Suite 202, Falls Church, VA22043