Presents findings of an examination of the representation of the sexes in an elementary level language textbook used in China. Indicates a lopsided emphasis on males and a tendency to portray women as subordinates. Identifies differences in personal characteristics ascribed to the sexes. Seeks to highlight the issue for the purpose of improving…

Discusses treatment of the United States in Chinese textbooks. Focuses on a world history text and a political economics text for high school seniors. Reports that the Chinese texts present the United States as an imperialistic bastion of capitalism. Suggests that a more balanced presentation is necessary to prepare students for the global era.…

A cross-cultural approach is used to foster an understanding of modern China in this 8-part handbook of supplementary social studies materials for grades 5 through 12. Part 1 focuses on students' perceptions of China. Following a pretest, in which students consider their own stereotypes, three exercises help students gain a sense of the Chinese…