EDS 3000 - Education, Culture & Politics: A Puerto Rican Perspective

Credits: 3

Description: This course focuses on the history, culture, educational and political systems of the island of Puerto Rico. Several class sessions will be held in Denver to discuss the before mentioned issues. The study abroad trip to Puerto Rico will include visiting and observing K-12 schools (public, private, urban and rural) to gain an understanding of the offerings, philosophies of education, accessibility and/or diversity issues at said schools. The influence of politics will also be highlighted as one of the connecting threads of the life and culture of Puerto Rico.