Master Teacher Mr Tang Chun Chieh was invited as a guest speaker of the "Asian International Chinese Language Education Seminar" on 14 December 2021. On 8 January 2022, SCCL Executive Director Dr Foo Suan Fong was invited to deliver a keynote speech at the 7th "Thailand Chinese Teachers Exchange Day".

1. Mr Tang Chun Chieh

        To promote the development of high-quality education in International Chinese Language in Asia, the Center for Language Education and Cooperation of the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China and Beijing Language and Culture University hosted the "Asian International Chinese Language Education Seminar" on 14 December 2021. A total of 14 participating countries were involved in this Seminar. Master Teacher Mr Tang Chun Chieh, the President of the Singapore Chinese Teachers' Union, was invited as one of the guest speakers of this Seminar. He presented on the topic of "Professional Development of Chinese Language Teachers in Singapore".

        In his speech, he mentioned that teaching is a profession that requires continuous professional development to build teachers' capacity in the subject matter knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge. In Singapore, the sociolinguistic environment is complex, and Chinese language teachers must continuously explore practical and effective teaching strategies to meet the needs of students with different language backgrounds and learning needs. Therefore, various local institutions and organisations in Singapore have spared no effort in working together to enhance the professional development of teachers.

Master Teacher Mr Tang Chun Chieh

2. Dr Foo Suan Fong

        On 8 January 2022, SCCL Executive Director Dr Foo Suan Fong was invited to deliver a keynote speech on the subject of "The New Direction and Reflections of Chinese Language Teaching in Singapore" at the 7th "Thailand Chinese Teachers Exchange Day" initiated by the Chinese Teachers (Thailand) Association (Academic Department).

        Dr Foo introduced the background of bilingual education in Singapore, and the changes in Singapore's society and family language in recent years. He made a comprehensive analysis and introduction of diverse Chinese courses and teaching materials in Singapore.

Dr Foo Suan Fong, Executive Director of SCCL, delivered a keynote speech