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=Local Legacy =


 * Objective of the course: **

Exploring local heritage with the goal of fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for Chinese local culture, and finding a venue for preserving local history.

Community service goals: Preserving the local culture Promoting the local history  Fostering appreciation for local chinese history and culture
 * Goals: **

Academic goals: Tapping into research skills, encouraging critical thinking and analytical skills, writing and presentation skills In collaboration with core subjects – English, Mandarin, Social Studies/History, Arts and Drama


 * Process: **

Traveling into community, visiting community resources ( like local museums and exhibits), researching, and interviewing individuals ( like those in the Home for the Elderly), getting an insight into people’s lives and how the community is changing, with a culminating activity of a formal presentation that provides the community with a tangible form that exhibits the local history and culture of Beilun/Ningbo.

Suggestions for the final project:
 * 1) A photo gallery
 * 2) an article published in the local magazine or a regular column in the Eagle Eyes
 * 3) <span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif';">a film documentary
 * 4) <span style="font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif';">an art or drama presentation