CD 68
Teaching in a Diverse Society


Course Description

Examination of the development of social identities in diverse societies including theoretical and practical implications of oppression and privilege as they apply to young children, families, programs, classrooms and teaching. Various classroom strategies will be explored emphasizing culturally and linguistically appropriate anti-bias approaches supporting all children in becoming competent members of a diverse society. Includes a self-examination and reflection on issues related to social identity, stereotypes and bias, social and educational access, media and schooling. (This course meets NAEYC Standards 1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 4a, 4b, 5b, 5c; NBPTS Standards II, VII; CEC/DEC Standards CC2-K3, CC2-K4, EC2-K4, CC3-K3, CC3-K4, CC5-K9, CC5-K10, CC6-K1, CC6-K2, CC6-K3, CC9-K1, CC9-S6, CC10-S3.)

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
38252 CD 68 01Z ·T····· 06:30 PM-10:20 PM Fatemeh Zarghami ONLINE
······· TBA-TBA

Class Materials: View textbook and/or other materials for this course available at the Bookstore.
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-02-17 to 2025-03-28.
Footnote:
C D -068.-01Z-: This is an online class with SOME scheduled meetings as noted in the class listing. The rest of the class can be completed independently each week on the student's own time. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.


Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Gen Ed
General Education Class
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
ESL 272. and ESL 273., or ESL 472. and ESL 473., or eligibility for EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.
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