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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
BICULTURAL-BILINGUAL STUDIES
(BBL)

2003 Language, Culture, and Society
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
The interdisciplinary study of language in its cultural and social contexts, with emphasis on linguistically heterogeneous communities. Topics include language and ethnicity, language and gender, language and social class, language acquisition, and oral and written language.

2013 Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
An introduction to the field of Chicano(a) studies from its inception to the present. Chicano(a) studies and scholarship are explored through multidisciplinary concepts, theory, and methodologies, providing differing interpretations of the Chicano and Chicana experience in the United States.

2023 Latino Cultural Expressions
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
An introductory overview of Hispanic visual, performing, and folk arts from their origins in the Iberian peninsula, through the later blending of cultures and their parallelism during revolutionary periods, to contemporary Latino expressions in the United States.

2033 Cultures of the Southwest
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
A panoramic study of the concept of culture and the social dynamics of exchange among those ethnic groups that determine the multicultural milieu of the Southwest. Examination of cultural differences and similarities among all peoples of the region and the role of multiculturalism in politics, education, economics, religion, and everyday life.

2243 Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Examination of the interrelationships among Latino bilingual families, communities, and schools as they relate to the achievement of children in the bilingual classroom. Focus on cultural practices including modes of communication that facilitate Latino family involvement in the schools and other community organizations (health, special services). Field-based experiences required. Course offered in Spanish.

3013 Language Analysis and Bilingualism
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Survey of concepts in descriptive and contrastive linguistics; analysis of language contact phenomena, including cross-linguistic transfer, language alternation, and bilingualism. Offered in Spanish and English.

3023 Mexican American Culture
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
A survey of Mexican American cultural distinctiveness in the areas of biculturalism, cultural production, and social organization. Topics may include family and kinship, folklore, health, language, music, and religion.

3033 The Mexican American in the Southwest
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Historical foundations of the United States–Mexico biculturalism in the Southwest. An examination of the historical forces that created and shaped the Mexican American people as a bicultural community. Attention is given to Mexican American contributions in arts, economics, literature, and politics.

3043 Social Psychological Considerations in Mexican American Communities
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
A cross-cultural and social psychological study of human development, interethnic communication, stereotyping, learning styles, or other topics relevant to the bicultural setting.

3053 Foundations of Bilingual Studies
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Investigation of the philosophies and theories of schooling in bilingual societies, with focus on language policy and the sociological, psychological, and legal aspects involved. (Formerly BBL 4023. Credit cannot be earned for both BBL 3053 and BBL 4023.)

3133 Language Development in Bilinguals
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
A study of bilingual language development in its social and cultural contexts. Emphasis on factors affecting successful bilingual language development in schools and communities.

3143 Children’s Literature for Bilingual Learners
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Study of the use of oral and written literature for children in bilingual programs. The history and development of Spanish language children’s literature from social, cultural, and political perspectives. Emphasis on Mexican American cultural experiences as well as universal themes. Taught in Spanish and English; field-based experiences required.

3403 Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in a Pluralistic Society
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Examination of sociolinguistic and sociocultural principles central to culturally diverse settings, including the classroom. Various pedagogical practices will be explored to identify culturally inclusive responses.

3413 Mexican American Family
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
This course offers an examination of the social status of Mexican Americans and their relationship to the dominant society. Issues may include the position of Mexican Americans in economic, political, and status hierarchies and the major factors limiting mobility within these systems. (Same as SOC 3413. Credit cannot be earned for both BBL 3413 and SOC 3413.)

3823 Reading Comprehension EC–4
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: Must be admitted into Bilingual Generalist EC–4 Teacher Certification Program.
Study of the reading comprehension process, including how textual, reader, contextual, and cultural factors affect understanding of written text. Emphasis is placed on comprehending narrative and expository text and supporting literacy in the content areas. Twenty hours of directed field experience are required. (Same as RDG 3823. Credit cannot be earned for both BBL 3823 and RDG 3823).

4033 Assessment, Learning, and Motivation in Bicultural-Bilingual Classrooms
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Must be taken concurrently with BBL 4063, BBL 4073, and BBL 4403 for Bilingual Generalist EC–4 Teacher Certification majors. Must be taken concurrently with BBL 4063, BBL 4073, BBL 4603, and BBL 4433 or BBL 4443 for Bilingual Generalist 4–8 Teacher Certification majors.
A survey of learning and motivation theory and examination of evaluation and assessment procedures in bicultural-bilingual settings, including formal and informal assessment of language proficiency and learning for instructional purposes. The appropriate use of standardized tests with language minority populations will be included. Twenty-five hours of directed field experience in elementary and/or middle school classrooms are required.

4063 Bilingual Approaches to Content-Based Learning
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Must be taken concurrently with BBL 4033, BBL 4073, and BBL 4403 for Bilingual Generalist EC–4 Teacher Certification majors. Must be taken concurrently with BBL 4033, BBL 4073, BBL 4603, and BBL 4433 or BBL 4443 for Bilingual Generalist 4–8 Teacher Certification majors.
An investigation of appropriate first language usage in bilingual classrooms, focusing on the different content areas, appropriate terminology for native language instruction, and the study of languages distribution strategies. Taught in Spanish. Twenty-five hours of directed field experience in elementary and/or middle school classrooms are required.

4073 Language Arts in a Bicultural-Bilingual Program
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Must be taken concurrently with BBL 4033, BBL 4063, and BBL 4403 for Bilingual Generalist EC–4 Teacher Certification majors. Must be taken concurrently with BBL 4033, BBL 4063, BBL 4603, and BBL 4433 or BBL 4443 for Bilingual Generalist 4–8 Teacher Certification majors.
An examination of theories, instructional strategies, texts and materials for biliteracy development in the elementary bilingual classroom. Emphasis on the integrated use of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in content area teaching. Offered in Spanish and English. Twenty-five hours of directed field experience in elementary and/or middle school classrooms are required.

4083 Research Seminar in Mexican American Studies
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Provides students the opportunity to compare, contrast, and integrate social science theory and methods, and guides students in the conduct of sociocultural research in the Mexican American community. Emphasis will be given to qualitative and ethnographic methods and theory.

4403 Approaches to Teaching Mathematics and Science EC–4
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: EDP 3133, RDG 3803 or RDG 4733, MAT 1153, MAT 1163, IDS 2401, IDS 2403, IDS 2411, IDS 2413. Admission to the Bilingual Generalist EC–4 Teacher Certification Program. Must be taken concurrently with BBL 4033, BBL 4063, and BBL 4073 for Bilingual Generalist EC–4 Teacher Certification majors.
A study of pedagogical approaches and materials designed to support young children’s meaningful exploration, discovery, and construction of basic concepts and skills in mathematics and science in preschool through grade 4. Emphasis will be on the interrelatedness of mathematics and science in the curriculum; how to provide an effective learning environment; how to plan and implement inquiry-based mathematics and science lessons; assessment of student learning; and the use of an integrated curriculum approach to teaching. A minimum of three to five hours of weekly field-based experience in a preschool/elementary school classroom during the semester is required. Restricted course; advisor code required for registration. (Same as C&I 4403. Credit cannot be earned for both BBL 4403 and C&I 4403.)

4433 Approaches to Teaching Science–Grades 4–8
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: Must be admitted to the Bilingual Generalist 4–8 Teacher Certification Program. Concurrent enrollment in BBL 4033, BBL 4063, BBL 4073 and BBL 4603 in semester prior to student teaching.
Study of curricula, instructional, and management approaches to teaching science grades 4–8. This course emphasizes a constructivist approach in developing inductive and inquiry teaching methods. Special emphasis is placed on the integration of technology in diverse learning environments. A minimum of 20 hours of interaction with public school students and teachers under the supervision of University faculty is required. (Same as C&I 4433. Credit cannot be earned for both BBL 4433 and C&I 4433.)

4443 Approaches to Teaching Mathematics–Grades 4–8
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: Must be admitted to the Bilingual Generalist 4–8 Teacher Certification Program. Concurrent enrollment in BBL 4033, BBL 4063, BBL 4073, and BBL 4603 in semester prior to student teaching.
Study of curricula, instructional, and management approaches to teaching mathematics grades 4­–8. This course emphasizes a constructivist approach to the teaching of mathematics, including the use of technology in diverse learning environments. A minimum of 20 hours of interaction with public school students and teachers under the supervision of University faculty is required. (Same as C&I 4443. Credit cannot be earned for both BBL 4443 and C&I 4443.)

4603 Mathematics and Science Approaches and Classroom Management Strategies–Grades 4–8
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: Must be admitted to the Bilingual Generalist 4–8 Teacher Certification Program. Concurrent enrollment in BBL 4033, BBL 4063, BBL 4073, and BBL 4433 or BBL 4443 in semester prior to student teaching.
This course provides preservice teachers the opportunity to work with students in grades 4–8 in school settings. Preservice teachers will design and teach developmentally appropriate mathematics and science curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Preservice teachers will also identify and implement effective classroom management strategies. A minimum of 20 hours of interaction with public school students and teachers under the supervision of University faculty is required. (Same as C&I 4603. Credit cannot be earned for both BBL 4603 and C&I 4603.)

4913 Independent Study
3 hours credit. Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, and the Division Director in which the course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours of independent study, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree.

4931-3 Internship in Mexican American Studies
1 to 3 hours credit.
A supervised experience, relevant to the student’s program of study within selected community organizations and agencies. Must be taken on a credit/no credit basis.

4953 Special Studies in Bilingual and Bicultural Studies
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. To apply credit earned in BBL 4953 toward a minor, consent of the academic advisor, in the COEHD Advising and Certification Center, is required.

4993 Honors Thesis
3 hours credit. Prerequisites: Enrollment limited to candidates for Honors in Mexican American Studies during their last two semesters; completion of honors examination and consent of the Honors College.
Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated once with thesis advisor’s approval.

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