Latin AmericaBecause of the growing Latino population in New England communities, many teachers have expressed interest in the peoples and cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean. As with all of its programs, Primary Source is committed to providing professional development that highlights the cultural diversity of the region as well as the many interactions Latin American countries have had with their North American neighbors. Seminars 2011-2012Social Movements in Modern Latin American Three-Day Seminar Series What are the roots, inspirations, and enduring legacies of social change in Latin America? We'll begin with a historical look at significant Latin American reform movements: peasant and worker movements, race and the struggle for equal rights, and gender and LGBT activism. We will examine internal and external catalysts for these changes, including ideological, religious, structural, and economic influences as seen through case studies from particular countries or events. To bring these social changes to life for students, we will introduce fresh ideas for using literature, biography, film, drama, music, and various primary sources in the classroom. Highlights will include a musical performance by indigenous artists and a panel discussion featuring local Latin American activists. Especially for educators in grades 8-12. Course Topics Selected Presenters: Aviva Chomsky, Salem State University; James Green, Brown University; Susan Eckstein, Boston University Mexico's Day of the Dead: The Continuity of Indigenous Culture One-Day Workshop Día de los Muertos is one of Mexico's most distinct and vital cultural traditions. It expresses the continuity of life and death and the human connection to the spirit world. At its core, the holiday reflects the blending of cultural belief systems and the persistence of indigenous culture in the Americas. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the festival's ancient Aztec origins and its continuing importance in the religious, family, and community life of Mexican people, both rural and urban. Folk art, archaeology, photography, traditional foods, and decorative altar elements will all be a part of this multi-sensory exploration. Breakout sessions on classroom activities for elementary and secondary. Useful for Spanish, art, and social studies teachers at all levels. Open to all K-12 educators. The registration deadline was Wednesday, September 28, 2011. Limited seats are still available in some programs. To register contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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