Outline of Proposal for SDGs Online Cross-Registration: Online Exchange Program (OEP) focusing on SDGs Sias University Name of University/ Institution

Sias University was founded in 1998 and is the first solely American-owned University in Central China. Affiliated with University, as well as Fort Hays State University of , USA, it was developed and designed in response to the most current educational demands. It is the first Brief Introduction of the University/Institution full-time undergraduate university approved by the Degree Committee of the State Council in China to grant both Chinese and American Bachelor's Degrees. SIAS is also fully accredited by China's Ministry of

China Country/Territory

Zhengzhou City

General 168 Renmin Rd. Xinzheng, Province. P.R. China 451150 Information Address 86-371-62606119 Telephone Number

Not applicable Fax Number

Official University/Institution Website https://www.sias.edu.cn/

Julian Yue Name

UMAP Office of International Affairs, Sias University Organization/Office Contact Person

Email Address [email protected]

International Student Program Name of Program

School of International Education Name of Facuty

Name of Department

Chinese Tourism Geography Subject (Code name, if any)

Program Description This course will give a general view of geographical environment of China. The students will appreciate various natural and & human-made landscapes of China, and get some useful travelling information tips. Program URL https://mooc1.chaoxing.com/course/216915617.html

Undergraduate Degree Level and/or Grade

English Language of Instruction Program Information Requirements Have a certain level of English expression and be able to participate in discussions in English (Language Proficiency, etc.)

Number of Credits to Transfer University Credits UCTS 2 The definition of UCTS is as follows: (Timing of credit issuance) One (1) UCTS = 38 – 48 hours of student workload. This includes 13-16 academic hours of instruction. VooV meeting,Zoom Means of Transmission (e.g. via Zoom, etc.)

16 lectures Number of Lectures

32 hours Total Teaching Hours

16 hours Independent Study Hours

32 Teaching hours；16 Tutorial hours Student's Total Workload

Program Fee Waived Program Fee Proficient in English Language Proficiency We accept native English Yes speakers and/or a certificate Requirement 2.9 points or more GPA

Grading: Total 100% = Usual Score 35%+ Midterm Examination 25% + Final Examination 40% Others (if any)

17 weeks Length

30/August/2021 From Program Schedule 01/ January/2022 To

Every Wednesday (We can adjust the class time as much as possible according to the needs of students) Day of week

30 Maximum Number of Participants Participants 5 Minimum Number of Participants

23/Augusta/2021 From Application Period 31/October/2021 Until (Deadline)

Others If there are any other facts to inform, please specify.