ME 120 - Immigrants And Literacy: Amer Dream

Institution:

Mount Mercy University

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Description:

This course provides students with an interdisciplinary approach to learning about immigrants and their pursuit of literacy. Students encounter the historical, sociological, and political perspectives on U.S. immigration laws and policies, immigrants' countries of origin, and factors promoting immigration to the U.S. Literary works and films and/or documentaries featuring the lives and stories of immigrants help students understand the immigrant experience tutoring immigrant children and/or adults who are learning English. Students have opportunities to work together, become oriented to mount Mercy services, take part in student-led presentation to the Mount Mercy community, and participate in educational field trips.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(319) 363-8213

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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