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Higher education latino and hispanic studies resources for Microsoft Word
Precious Knowledge Documentary Questions in English & Spanish
Includes link to documentary for free and 17 listening comprehension questions with answer key for teachers and students. Includes 2 movie guides. 1 is 100% in English and 1 is 100% in Spanish.Precious Knowledge is a 2011 educational and political documentary that centers on the banning of the Mexican-American Studies (MAS) Program in the Tucson Unified School District of Arizona. More about the film:The documentary was directed by Ari Luis Palos and produced by Eren Isabel McGinnis, the founder
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Untold Stories Project: A Multicultural Journey Through American History
Project Overview: In this case study project, students will embark on a comprehensive exploration of one of the following minority/marginalized groups that have been historically omitted from or misrepresented in the standard secondary school curriculum. By focusing on one of the five key minority groups – Native Americans, African Americans, Mexican/Chicanx Americans*, Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans*, and European Immigrants, and Muslim Americans and Middle Eastern/Arab American
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Novel Study: Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez Book Summary Guidelines
Students will read Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez. As students read the book, they will explore various themes, character dynamics, narrative techniques, and the broader societal and cultural implications presented in Furia. Students will use the following guiding questions to write a summative essay outlining the bolded listed items above. This also includes the book summary requirements in detail (i.e. formatting, title page, citation, analysis, etc.), plagarism statement and Criteria for Evalua
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Novel Study: Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez BUNDLE
Novel Study The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros Book Summary Guidelines
Students will read The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. As students read the book, they will explore various themes, character dynamics, narrative techniques, and the broader societal and cultural implications presented in The House on Mango Street. Students will use the following guiding questions to write a summative essay outlining the bolded listed items above.This also includes the book summary requirements in detail (i.e. formatting, title page, citation, analysis, etc.), addition
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Novel Study:The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros BUNDLE
Novel Study Assessment: Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez
This set includes 1 assessment (a combination of short answer and multiple choice) based on the book Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez. The questions and short answers are not surface level and closed ended questions; therefore, students have to really read and retain the details of the book in order to pass. This set is a full set when paired with the Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez Book Summary Discussion Questions packet.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Novel Study: Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez BUNDLE
Novel Study: Clap When You Land by: Elizabeth Acevedo Book Summary Guidelines
Students will read Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo. As students read the book, they will explore various themes, character dynamics, narrative techniques, and the broader societal and cultural implications presented in Clap When You Land. Students will use the following guiding questions to write a book summary outlining the bolded listed items above. This also includes the book summary requirements in detail (i.e. formatting, title page, citation, analysis, etc.), plagarism statement an
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Novel Study: Clap When You Land by: Elizabeth Acevedo (Bundle)
Novel Study Assessment: How The Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents by Julia Alvarez
This set includes 1 assessment (a combination of short answer and multiple choice) based on the book Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez. The questions and short answers are not surface level and closed ended questions; therefore, students have to really read and retain the details of the book in order to pass. This set is a full set when paired with the How The Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents by Julia Alvarez Book Summary Discussion Questions packet.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Immigration Choice Board
A collection of 6 open source articles on modern immigration issues in the U.S. with short summaries. Students choose one article to read and do an activity. The choice board strategy gives students options and autonomy, and be adapted for jigsaw activities, discussion boards, gallery walks or independent learning. Comes with a worksheet to track/assess student learning.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Immigration Choice Board
This is a collection of 6 linked open source articles with summaries that accompany them. The "Choice Board" strategy is useful for students to take ownership of their learning by giving them choice. It can be used to do group jigsaws, gallery walks, electronic discussion boards or independent learning. This choice board focuses on modern immigration issues in the U.S., presenting multiple perspectives on the issue. All articles have been reviewed for use in the high school social studies cla
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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La Matriz Cultural
Esta es una recopilación de datos culturales en las áreas del AP (colocación avanzada) para los chicos de los niveles avanzados de español; aunque se puede adaptar a diferentes niveles. Es un proyecto en progreso a través del año o semestre. Generalmente trabajan el proyecto en parejas y la/el instructor/a da solamente los títulos que son, asimismo, adaptables. Los alumnos lo pueden trabajar en Google Drive y compartirlo!Les encanta!
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
In the Heights (2021) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"In the Heights" is a musical drama film released in 2021, directed by Jon M. Chu and based on the stage musical of the same name by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes. The story is set in the vibrant Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City and revolves around the lives, dreams, and struggles of its diverse community.The film follows the lives of several characters living in the close-knit Dominican-American community of Washington Heights. At the center of the story is Usnavi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Lin-Manuel Miranda Movies/Musicals Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Daddy Yankee Biografía: Biography on Reggaeton Artist
This 3-page file includes:~A Spanish biography on the famous reggaeton singer Daddy Yankee. It discusses his background, early influences, famous songs and albums, family life and upcoming retirement. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary. ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions in Spanish.~Answer key. Level: Spanish 2+
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Hispanic Music Spanish GROWING Bundle: 45+ Resources @55% off! Música
Interesting Facts from South America
This document is a set of activities and worksheets to learn about the Spanish-speaking countries in South America. For each country, there is:1) a list of unusual words that can be used to play a guessing game (with instructions for the game at the beginning of the document), with definitions of each word written in English;2) a worksheet with unusual or interesting facts (written in English) about that country along with an answer key for the worksheet;3) a list of some famous people from that
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Pilsen Chicago Field Trip
This Pilsen Chicago field trip for your Spanish, Heritage, or Latino Heritage class is mostly planned out for you! It will take a full day (about 3.5 hours). It has 3 parts: a visit to the National Museum of Mexican Art, a self-guided mural walking tour, and lunch at a local Mexican restaurant. It is designed for a group of 40 or less (or groups of more than 40 divided into separate days). Try to plan this trip during the warmer months to get the full experience!
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Canción de la Semana
I have found Canción de la Semana to be a great way for students to appreciate music from other countries and be exposed to new sounds. These songs and videos are mostly for grades 9-12, but can also work for middle school. Canción de la Semana: Each week I choose a song to play at the beginning of class. I usually wait for the 3-minute bell to ring and begin playing the song; my students really enjoy walking into the classroom and listening to music in the background. I play the same song thro
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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U.S.-Cuba relations before the Cuban Missile Crisis
This brief handout helps students understand the U.S. and Cuba relationship starting from the Spanish-American War up to the Cuban Revolution. There are three analysis questions and a map of U.S. military involvement in the Caribbean and Central America to help check students' understanding.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: U.S. Foreign Policy Bundle
TED Talk Danger of a Single Story Reflection Multiple Choice: Race, Stereoptype
This activity is an excellent introduction to a Racial and Ethnic Diversity Class, Equity training, Multicultural Studies, or a Sociology course. MULTIPLE CHOICE section for easy grading. Discussion questions included.According to Nirmeen Shumpert's summary from the University of Maryland:"Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's "The Danger of a Single Story" Ted Talk, in July 2009, explores the negative influences that a “single story” can have and identifies the root of these stories. Adichie argues that
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Reading Guide for Horacio Quiroga's "The Feather Pillow"
Reading Guide for Horacio Quiroga's "The Feather Pillow"*Key terms*Notable Passages*Comprehension and Discussion Questions
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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La Carnada - Cortometraje/Short Film Activity Guide
This study guide for the moving short film "La Carnada"by Josh Soskin contains a links to the film and worksheets with a vocabulary section, fact-based and reflection questions, extension activities, and an answer key. All questions are in English. The film does contain some swearing.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Roberto Bolaño's By Night in Chile: A Reading Guide
Comprehensive Reading Guide For this Classic Chilean Novella. *Key terms and topics*Notable passages for analysis and close reading*Comprehension Questions*Discussion QuestionsUse for homework or in class for 4-5 45-minute sessions
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
Daddy Yankee Biography on Reggaeton Artist (English Version)
A biography on the famous reggaeton singer Daddy Yankee. It discusses his background, early influences, famous songs and albums, family life and upcoming retirement. ~A worksheet with 10 reading comprehension questions in Spanish.~Answer key. NOTE: This reading is an English, I also offer this reading in Spanish in my store. Editable word file
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8th - 10th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Inca Society and Modern Problems
This handout has students brainstorm 5 modern day problems and then read primary and secondary sources, including maps and images, about Incan infrastructure, agriculture, communication, and government in order to find Incan ideas or polices that could help to solve at least 2 of the modern problems the students brainstormed initially. It's a great way for students to try to find modern relevance in historical facts.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: World History: Paleolithic/Prehistoric to the end of the Middle Ages
Ojala que Llueva Cafe - Interpretive Reading, Food and Subjunctive Practice
This classic authentic song allows students to practice the subjunctive while they learn about the different foods and landscapes in the Dominican Republic. They will get some interpretive reading and listening practice as they interpret the lyrics of the song. Last they will watch the music video if there's time (it's very boring, and you may want to preview it first).
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Indigenous peoples of Latin America Western cultures geography
Students research an indigenous group from Latin America.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Latin America Western Cultures Bundle geography
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