This institute is part of a four year series in collaboration with the Center for Latin American, Caribbean and Latinx Studies at Vanderbilt University. This summer’s institute is hosted by the […]
About: Brazilian educator Paulo Freire writes, “Reading is not exhausted merely by decoding the written word or written language, but rather anticipated by and extending into knowledge of the world. Reading the world precedes reading the word, and the subsequent reading of the word cannot dispense with continually reading the world. Language and reality are dynamically […]
The Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP) is now accepting applications for its biennial “CLASP Teaching Award for K–12 Educators.” The award recognizes excellence and innovation in the teaching of Latin America and/or the Caribbean by elementary, middle, and high school teachers. CLASP proudly honors teachers who have demonstrated continued dedication to developing an […]
K-12 Educators! Join us for this year's Summer Institute, "Towards A More Equitable & Inclusive Digital World In Latin America," at Vanderbilt University, June 24-28, 2024. For more information, visit the summer institute website or go directly to the application form here. The institute will introduce participants to Latin Americanist scholars and educators who use digital technology to expand […]
Join us virtually to delve into discussions with speakers from various National Resource Centers as well as other experts across the United States. K16 Educators! Please join us for next week's World Area Book Club meeting featuring 2023 Américas Award winning author Alexis Castellanos and her graphic novel Isla to Island. This event will start […]
Once a month, the World Area Book Awards (Américas Award, Children's Africana Book Award, Freeman Book Award, Middle East Book Award, & South Asia Book Award) sponsor a free 60-minute webinar on a book recognized by one of the awards and facilitate a discussion with the author on how to incorporate the book into the […]
K12 Educators! The next event in the UCLA LAI Children’s Literature Series for Educators is happening Tuesday, April 9 at 5:00 PM. Register here: https://ucla.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0F3N8HbXR9u-yJOZXydO_g Join us for a presentation with Américas Award winning author Gloria Amescua. She will discuss her picture book biography “Child of The Flower-Song People: Luz Jiménez, Daughter of The Nahua.” The […]
ABOUT: You’re invited to an evening of free professional development for all K-12 educators: in service and pre-service teachers, educational aides, and administrators. A light dinner will be provided. Participants will receive a certificate for 3 hours of professional development. Consider the essential role of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today’s […]
This summer institute examines Asian migration to Latin America and the Caribbean since the mid-19th century, the experience of their descendants as well the emergence of more recent Asian communities in the region. Presentations will explore the transnational labor demands which gave rise to significant Asian diaspora communities in Peru, Brazil, Cuba and Mexico, the […]
Applications are now open for this summer's K12 Educator Institute in Guatemala! Program Overview This institute emphasizes Maya ways of knowing and teaching, offering participants hands-on experiences, meaningful cultural exchanges, and valuable insights to enhance their classroom practices. Participants will engage with local educators, experts, and community-based organizations while exploring sites of cultural, historical, and […]
The Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP) is now accepting applications for its annual “CLASP Teaching Award for K–12 Educators.” The award recognizes excellence and innovation in the teaching of Latin America and/or the Caribbean by elementary, middle, and high school teachers. CLASP proudly honors teachers who have demonstrated continued dedication to developing an […]
Once a month, the World Area Book Awards (Américas Award, Children's Africana Book Award, Freeman Book Award, Middle East Book Award, & South Asia Book Award) sponsor a free 60-minute webinar on a book recognized by one of the awards and facilitate a discussion with the author on how to incorporate the book into the […]