class introduction and some questions

what does it mean to be present?

grapes of wrath: symbolic of the hardships and injustices faced by farmworkers.

when can you turn in question cards?

the scholarship on the chican@ community in the mid 20th century was already extensive + met the demands of the movement

heightening contradictions: strategy to prepare people for confrontational tactics.

how is goaless practice different from normal learning

is attendance important for the class?

why is ser humano an important phrase

how many points can you earn in the class

Quetzalcoatl: an aztec deity symbolizing precious+ beautiful knowledge, emphasizing humility, respect and understanding.

status quo: the existing state of afairs, especially regarding social or political issues.

cancer clusters: occurences of cancer at higher than normal raters in particular communities or groups

texcatlipoca: an aztec deity representing self reflection and the reconciliation of past and future.

xipe totec: an aztec deity associated with transformation and renweal representing the shedding of old ways.

what is the weekly quiz bowl?

learning is an ongoing journey

hutizilopochtli: an aztec deity symbolizing the will to act, encouraging positive, progressive, and creative action.

Chicano paradigm: a pedagological model based on precolumbian philosophy.

when are assignments due for this class ?

it is important to get to know your professor