Document Types
Workshop
Location
UTSA Downtown- Buena Vista Theater
Start Date
2-23-2024 3:30 PM
End Date
2-23-2024 4:00 PM
Abstract
"Mi idioma, mi cultura”: a Heritage Spanish unit addressing language loss and cultural identity. This presentation unveils a unit tailored for suburban Chicago students, tackling language loss and Hispanic diaspora challenges. Through diverse methodologies, students explore historical and contemporary issues, fostering empathy and advocacy for linguistic diversity. Real-life narratives, interactive activities, and student-driven solutions intertwine to nurture cultural pride and preservation.
Recommended Citation
Camacho, Jacquelin A., "Mi idioma, mi cultura: Understanding Linguistic Oppression and Promoting Cultural Pride" (2024). 11th National Symposium on Spanish as a Heritage Language. 33.
https://digitalcommons.tamusa.edu/heritage_spanish/SCHEDULE/Friday/33
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Mi idioma, mi cultura: Understanding Linguistic Oppression and Promoting Cultural Pride
UTSA Downtown- Buena Vista Theater
"Mi idioma, mi cultura”: a Heritage Spanish unit addressing language loss and cultural identity. This presentation unveils a unit tailored for suburban Chicago students, tackling language loss and Hispanic diaspora challenges. Through diverse methodologies, students explore historical and contemporary issues, fostering empathy and advocacy for linguistic diversity. Real-life narratives, interactive activities, and student-driven solutions intertwine to nurture cultural pride and preservation.
