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		HISPANIC CULTURES OF THE AMERICAS 2007 SUMMER INSTITUTE • TEACHING RESOURCES


Teaching modules
			Teachers participating in the summer institute created web-based modules on a topic related to the institute to use in their classrooms. Modules include: a background essay on the topic, ideas for 3-4 activities and recommended resources (websites, books, films, and images). These modules are free and are available in formats that can be downloaded. We will continue to add new modules as they are completed, so check back soon.
	Topics Latino/Mexican holidays Day of the Dead Sustainable development Race and ethnicity
			Modules
			Learning About Hispanic Cultures through the Study of Latino and Mexican Holidays, Celebrations and Traditions This module focuses on culture through the study of important Mexican holidays, celebrations, and traditions. It includes a background essay, suggested activities, websites, books, films and images. Elementary art and Spanish.
			Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead): A Celebration of Hispanic Arts and Culture This module focuses on a celebration of Hispanic art and culture through a holiday known as the Days of the Dead. Middle school (grade 6), social studies, western hemisphere cultures
			Understanding Sustainable Development in Costa Rica This interdisciplinary module focuses on Costa Rica’s ecotourism as a potential model of sustainable development. It includes student learning goals, Spanish vocabulary, a background essay, six suggested activities and resources. Middle school (grades 7 - 8) environmental science, Spanish & social studies
			Geopolitics, Race and Ethnicity in the Andes This teaching module focuses on racial, ethnic and social diversity of Andean countries of South America. It includes a background essay, bibliography, suggested activities and additional resources. High school (grades 9-12) history and Spanish