SPICE 2009 Reischauer Scholars Program (RSP) - intensive Internet-mediated course on Japan for high school juniors and seniors

- Coordinating institution: The Stanford Program on International and Cross-Cultural Education (SPICE)
- Dates: February to June 2009
- Cost: Free
- Website: http://www.reischauerscholars.org

25 selected selected students will participate in 10 “virtual classes.” Students should expect to allot 3-6 hours per week to complete the lectures, discussions, readings, and assignments. Curriculum covers Japanese history, literature, religion, art, politics, economics, and contemporary society, with a special focus on the U.S.-Japan relationship.

Students will develop individual research projects to be printed in journal format and lead two presentations on Japan at their schools or in their communities. All students who successfully complete the course will earn 3 units of Stanford University Continuing Studies (CSP) credit and a Certificate of Completion from SPICE, Stanford University.

Applications available at http://www.reischauerscholars.org and must be postmarked by October 17, 2008. For additional information, e-mail RSP coordinator Naomi Funahashi at mailto:[email protected].[Edit by="miranda k on Sep 23, 1:04:53 PM"][/Edit]