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EDRL 490 - Examining Curriculum for Spanish Speakers in U.S. Schools

(3 units)
Examination of instructional methods and socio-historical, cultural and political contexts that shape the educational experience of Latinos in the U.S. (Pre-K through higher education).

Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to identify push/pull factors that influence immigration and describe how immigration policies have affected Latino communities in the U.S.
2. Students will be able to describe the Socio-historical context that shape the educational experience of Latinos in U.S.
3. Students will be able to describe how cultural constructions of Latinos (immigrants, natives, citizens, and non-citizens) shape educational policy, programs, curriculum, and teaching practices for students.
4. Students will be able to identify exceptional teaching practices for educating Latino youth in PK-12+ settings.
5. Students will be able to recall vocabulary and common phrases related to communicating about Spanish speaking ELs in the school setting in Spanish.
6. Students will be able to analyze the significance of a variety of cultural traditions in the Latino Culture in relation to Latino experiences in U.S. schools.


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