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SPRING 2010 SPANISH SERVICE-LEARNING COURSES
Want to learn more about HEALTH CARE for underserved populations?
Interested in working with the LATINO COMMUNITY in Durham?
SIGN UP FOR SPRING 2010 COURSES in SPANISH SERVICE-LEARNING
Spanish 106A Health, Culture, and the Latino Community
This advanced-Spanish language course studies issues associated with access to the health care industry for the growing Latino population in the United States. Students explore cultural issues and medical practices that impact Spanish-speaking patients, and develop lexical knowledge related to common diseases. Students are exposed to community issues, applied research, and a minimum of 20 hours of service work with local community partners. Students are assessed on knowledge of content, oral and written Spanish, and participation in service. Pre-requisite: Spanish 76 or equivalent.
Spanish 106CS Issues of Education and Immigration
This advanced-Spanish language course provides community-based interaction with Durham Public Schools. In-class discussions will include topics of: Latino/a identity, access to education for immigrants, academic performance, assimilation, general pressures of family and peers, bilingualism, and configurations of ethno-racial consciousness. In addition to class sessions, students are required to spend a minimum of 20 hours outside of class in the Durham Public Schools. Students are assessed on knowledge of content, oral and written Spanish, and participation in service. Pre-requisite: Spanish 76 or equivalent.
Study Abroad
Nearly half of all Duke undergraduate students study abroad. Ever thought of traveling to Spain, Mexico, Costa Rica or Ecuador? Take a look at Duke programs in these Spanish-speaking countries! [more info]