To support the Government's promotion of Mandarin education, respond to the growing needs for international cultural exchange, and enhance global understanding of Taiwan, University of Taipei offers a variety of domestic and overseas programs in Mandarin education, teacher training, and international education. In accordance with Article 4, Paragraph 1, Item 5 of the University’s Organizational Regulations, the “Mandarin Language and Global Education Division, Office of International Affairs, University of Taipei” (hereinafter referred to as "the Division") has been established as a second-level administrative unit. The Division is responsible for the following:
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Organizing various short-term Mandarin programs for both domestic and international learners to improve their Mandarin proficiency.
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Conducting Mandarin teacher training and certification programs for participants from Taiwan and abroad.
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Hosting academic seminars, exchange visits, and collaborative activities with Mandarin-related institutions worldwide.
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Compiling and developing Mandarin teaching materials and training overseas Mandarin instructors.
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Organizing cultural and artistic exchange experiences to enhance citizen diplomacy.
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Undertaking Mandarin-related short-term training and continuing education programs commissioned by government agencies, schools, and public or private institutions.
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Managing other activities related to Mandarin teaching and cultural exchange.
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Handling international exchange and student mobility affairs.
The Division currently consists of one Director, one full-time Mandarin instructor, one full-time administrative assistant, and one staff member, to meet the demands of Mandarin teaching and international education. In light of the expansion of both the regular Mandarin program and short-term study groups, and to ensure flexibility in recruitment and teaching operations, the Division also employs one reserve Mandarin instructor and one part-time assistant to support instructional, event, and administrative tasks, forming a service team that is both flexible and capable.
The Division has established the "Mandarin Curriculum and Instructional Development Task Force" responsible for designing Mandarin-related courses, teaching methods, and materials. In addition, the "Mandarin Education Committee" oversees the formulation and supervision of the Division's annual operational plans.