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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
An introductory survey to the Chicana/o and Latina/o experience in the United States. It centers on the histories of Chicano and Latino communities, comparing their cultural, social, economic, and political characteristics to those of other groups. Satisfies ethnic studies requirement in GE, category D1 (Individual and Society).
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A survey of the humanities (arts and letters) found in Chicano/Latino cultures. Introduction to traditional and contemporary literature, drama, cinema, art, music, and dance forms found in the Spanish-speaking communities of the United States and their related heritages. Satisfies ethnic studies in GE, category C4 (Comparative Perspectives).
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4.00 Credits
The study of the grammar and structure of Spanish, focusing on proficiency and writing skills, in relation to non-normative, regional, and local community varieties of oral Spanish. Students will be able to enter upper-division classes in Spanish. Requirement: concurrent enrollment in CALS 225L. Satisfies foreign language in GE, category C4 (Comparative Perspectives and Foreign Languages). This course does not satisfy GE ethnic studies requirements. Prerequisite: Functional Spanish skills at early intermediate level or equivalent.
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1.00 Credits
At least two hours per week of practice in the language laboratory or in an approved fieldwork setting such as a Spanish-speaking organization, community agency, or bilingual classroom. Cr/NC only. Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in CALS 225.
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1.00 Credits
Analysis of and workshop on Chicano, Mexican, and other Latino arts and crafts. Includes village and folk arts, with particular emphasis on adapting these arts to the public school curriculum. Course projects require a public exhibit.
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3.00 Credits
The impact of American social policies on Chicana/os and Latina/os. Topics will include: children and families, health, education, immigration, and affirmative action, court decisions, and public policies. This course will focus on Chicana/ os/Latina/os in California every other semester in conjunction with the California Cultural Studies degree. Satisfies upper-division ethnic studies in GE, category D1 (Individual and Society).
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on the theoretical debates that have shaped the field of Chicano and Latino studies. In the tradition of Américo Paredes? ?With His Pistolin His Hand, the class will emphasize the role that countercultural narratives and traditions play in relation to Chicano/Latino identities and identity-based activism/ politics.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A survey of the intellectual history of Chicanos/Latinos from the pre-Columbian era through today. Examines the results of the clash of Mesoamerican and European world views in the Americas. Special attention will be paid to the role of ideology in the construction of ethnic identities. Satisfies ethnic studies and upper-division GE, category C3 (Philosophy and Values).
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2.00 Credits
A review of the development of drama in literary Chicano/Latino culture from a variety of sources: anthropological, sociological, and historical, as well as contemporary developments. Course includes a workshop leading to the performance of a term play, along the lines of the Teatro Campesino.
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1.00 Credits
An introduction to folk and traditional dances of Mexico; this is a performance course requiring active student involvement. Basic steps and three to five ballet folclórico dances will be taught, leading to a public performance. Dances include Norte?o, Jarabe Tapatío de Jalisco, Jarochos de Veracruz, and one or more indigenous dances. May be repeated once for credit.
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