Step 4. Reflecting: Ethnic studies matter
To end this class today, you will watch this 18-min video about the experience of a teacher in Arizona implementing an Ethnic Studies curriculum. You will use the video, and the knowledge we gathered today to answer the questions below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=267&v=XvvMgujD4i8&feature=emb_logo
- What are some lessons that Ron Espiritu learned from the implementation of an Ethnic Studies curriculum?
- How could you use Ron Espiritu’s learned lessons and the knowledge that you acquired in this class to create an Ethnic Studies curriculum in your school? What opportunities could you create in your own classroom to raise awareness on Ethnic issues among your students?
- It is important to teach Ethnic Studies in K-12 schools? Why?
- What are your takeaways today?