Upper-Division

Combines a theoretical and practical approach to educational and documentary video and film. Through lectures, viewings, and discussions analyzes documentary theories, structures, and criticism. Students develop video production techniques and produce educational documentaries.

This seminar focuses upon the main currents in bilingual-multicultural education in the United States, beginning with a review of the history of bilingual education programs in the United States and the local service area and emphasizing philosophy and program experience. Specifically examines the following as they relate to bilingual-multicultural education: assimilation, acculturation, cultural pluralism, ESL/SSL, the relationship between language and culture, parent participation in developing policy and programs, language shift vs. language maintenance programs, biculturalism, bilingualism, racism, legislation.

Examines contemporary lives of women in poorer countries of Asia, Africa, and Latin America, focusing on different family structures, the concept of work and women's role as invisible laborers, and organizing efforts of women to transform their lives. Meets clear credential theory requirement or curriculum requirement.

Students learn about the schooling process through a field placement of ten to twelve hours per week in local classrooms. Weekly seminars focus on teaching techniques and aspects of classroom management such as keeping students on task and positive reinforcement strategies.

Historical review and contemporary examination of the educational experience of U.S. minorities in higher education. Includes historical overview of the treatment of minority groups within higher education with special attention to Native Americans, Chicanos, Latinos, African Americans, and Asian Americans.

Fieldwork in diverse schools and/or communities which involves interviews and/or tutoring and research. Must be taken concurrently with course 164, Urban Education.

Fieldwork in diverse schools and/or communities which involves interview and/or tutoring and research. Must be taken concurrently with course 170, Schooling and Asian Cultures.

Offers students an opportunity to think about the ways that language and culture intersect with classroom learning. Includes the linguistic and cultural diversity of students and teacher alike. Implications for practice, research, and policy will be discussed.

Learning to talk and talking to learn are closely related. They are also the chief medium of education. Through practical work combined with reading and discussion, investigates ways in which adults can help children/students to learn.

Students submit petition to sponsoring agency.