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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
CHLXD010.
Course Title (CB02)
Introduction to Chicanx and Latinx Studies
Course Credit Status
Credit - Degree Applicable
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Course Description
This course explores the Chicanx and Latinx experience with emphasis on the cultural and historical development, and the socioeconomic and political status of their contemporary communities.
Faculty Requirements
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

This course meets a general education requirement for °®¶¹´«Ã½, CSU GE, and IGETC and is CSU/UC transferable. It belongs on the Intercultural Studies AA degree. It was developed to provide students with an interdisciplinary introductory overview of Chicanx and Latinx Studies.

Foothill Equivalency

Does the course have a Foothill equivalent?
No
Foothill Course ID

Course Philosophy

Formerly Statement

Formerly Statement
(Formerly ICS D030.)

Course Development Options

Basic Skill Status (CB08)
Course is not a basic skills course.
Grade Options
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass
Repeat Limit
0

Transferability & Gen. Ed. Options

Transferability
Transferable to both UC and CSU
°®¶¹´«Ã½ GEArea(s)StatusDetails
2GDX°®¶¹´«Ã½ GE Area D - Social and Behavioral SciencesApproved
CSU GEArea(s)StatusDetails
CGDYCSU GE Area D - Social SciencesApproved
CGFXCSU GE Area F - Ethnic StudiesApproved
IGETCArea(s)StatusDetails
IG4XIGETC Area 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesApproved
IG7XIGETC Area 7 - Ethnic StudiesApproved

Units and Hours

Summary

Minimum Credit Units
4.0
Maximum Credit Units
4.0

Weekly Student Hours

TypeIn ClassOut of Class
Lecture Hours4.08.0
Laboratory Hours0.00.0

Course Student Hours

Course Duration (Weeks)
12.0
Hours per unit divisor
36.0
Course In-Class (Contact) Hours
Lecture
48.0
Laboratory
0.0
Total
48.0
Course Out-of-Class Hours
Lecture
96.0
Laboratory
0.0
NA
0.0
Total
96.0

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

EWRT D001A or EWRT D01AH or ESL D005.

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Entrance Skill(s)

General Course Statement(s)

(See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.)

Methods of Instruction

Lecture and visual aids

Discussion of assigned reading

Collaborative projects

Guest speakers

Discussion and problem solving performed in class

Quiz and examination review performed in class

Field observation and field trips

Collaborative learning and small group exercises

In-class essays

Assignments

  1. Reading
    1. Assigned readings from textbooks
    2. Suggested supplemental readings
  2. Writing
    1. Analytical writings on assigned readings that explore foundational concepts, issues and critical thinking questions related to the Chicanx Latinx communities.
    2. Essay and short answer identification quizzes requiring explanation and interpretation
    3. Journal writings from observation and participation in events
    4. Written assessments demonstrating insightful synthesis and integration of assigned readings.
  3. Oral presentations
    1. Individual or group presentations on class readings, supplemental readings and research conducted outside of class.
    2. Engage actively in class activities and discussions
  4. Observing, viewing, and listening
    1. Attendance at community meetings and events
    2. Films, videotapes, and television programs
    3. Audio recordings and radio programs
    4. Interviews of family and community members
    5. Guest speakers in class
  5. Library research
    1. Review of bibliographies
    2. Review of newspaper and journal articles

Methods of Evaluation

  1. Quizzes, critical self reflection during in-class writings, written essays, and final exam or paper to demonstrate understanding of core concepts, ideas and theories.
  2. Research project include a major issue relative to the Chicanx Latinx communities where students will be evaluated by their demonstrated understanding of key concepts and ability to interpret and synthesize scholarly sources to critical appraise research topic.
  3. Prepare and conduct oral presentations where students will be assessed on their individual contributions and demonstration of critical analysis of key concepts, events and issues in the course of study.
  4. Assessment of participation and contribution during class activities and discussion based on quality of analysis and interpretation of readings, concepts and ideas presented in class, readings and guest speakers.

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • None.
Essential College Facilities:
  • None.

Examples of Primary Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisherDate/EditionISBN
Montoya, Maceo. Chicano Movement for Beginners. Danbury, CT: For Beginners Press., 2016
Chacón Justin Akers, et al. No One Is Illegal: Fighting Racism and State Violence on the U.S.-Mexico Border. Haymarket Books, 2018.
Blackwell, M. (2015). Chicana power!: Contested histories of Feminism in the Chicano movement. Austin: University of Texas Press.
Morales, Ed. Latinx: The New Force in American Politics and Culture. Penguin Random House. 2018
Gutiérrez Ramón A., and Almaguer Tomás. The New Latino Studies Reader: a Twenty-First-Century Perspective. University of California Press, 2016.

Examples of Supporting Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisher
Acuna, Rudolfo. Occupied America: A History of Chicanos. 7th edition Harper Collins, 2010.
Vigil, James Diego. From Indians to Chicanos: The Dynamics Mexican American Culture . 3rd edition. Prospect Heights, IL: Waveland Press. 2011.
Castillo, Adelina R., editor. Between Borders: Essays of Mexicana/Chicana History (La Mujer Latina). Encino: Floricanto Press. 2005.
Chavez, Leo R. Shadowed Lives: Undocumented Immigrants in American Society. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, 2013
Soldatenko, Michael. Chicano Studies: The Genesis of the Disciple. Tucson, AZ: Univ. of Arizona Press, 2009.
Cordelia, Candelaria, and Mary Romero, eds. Community Empowerment and Chicano Scholarship: Selected proceedings/National Association for Chicano Studies. Denver. NACS, 1992.
Cordova, Teresa., editor. Chicana Voices: Intersections of Race, Class and Gender. Austin: CMAS 1989.
Crawford, James. Bilingual Education: History, Politics, Theory, and Practice. New York Crane, 1989.
De la Torre, Adela, and Beatriz M. Pesquera, eds. Building with Our Hands: New Directions in Chicana Studies. University of California Press, 1993.
Duran, Livie Isauro, and H. Russell Bernard, eds. Introduction to Chicano Studies. New York. Macmillan Publishing Co., 1982.
Garcia, Ignacio. (1997). Chicanismo: The Forging of a Militant Ethos Among Mexican Americans.Tucson, AZ: The University of Arizona Press. 1997.
De la Garza, et al., eds. The Mexican American Experience: An Interdisciplinary Anthology. University of Texas Press, 1995.
Maciel, David R.,.(Editor.) Chicano Renassiance. Tucson, AZ: The University of Arizona Press. 2000.
Maciel, David R., and Isidro D. Ortiz. Chicanas/Chicanos at the Crossroads. The University of Arizona Press, 1996.
De Anda, Roberto M., ed. Chicanas and Chicanos in Contemporary Society. New York Allyn and Bacon, 1996.
Mirande, Alfredo. The Chicano Experience. University of Notre Dame Press, 1985.
Morales, Rebecca, and Frank Bonilla, eds. Latinos in a Changing U.S. Economy: Comparative Perspectives in Growing Inequality. Sage Publications, 1993.
Munoz, Carlos, Jr. Youth, Identity, Power: The Chicano Movement. Verso, 1989.
Rosa, Arturo F., and the National Latino Communications Center. Chicano: A History of the Mexican American Civil Rights Movement. Arte Publico Press, 1996.
Villareal, Robert E., and Norma G. Hernandez, eds. Latinos and Political Coalitions: Political Empowerment for the 1990s. Greenwood Press, 1991.
Non-print resources:
Vigil, James Diego. From Indians to Chicanos -- The Dynamics of Mexican American Culture . 2nd edition. Prospect Heights, IL: Waveland Press.1998.
AZTLAN: International Journal of Chicano Studies.
La Bamba. 1987. Luiz Valdez, director.

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Examine the perspectives and methods of the social sciences, with an emphasis on the discipline of sociology.
  • Examine the history and development of the field of Chicano/a and Latino/a Studies.
  • Evaluate the various approaches used in studying the Chicanx and Latinx experience in the United States
  • Analyze the Chicanx and Latinx communities in the context of race, class, gender, and nationality issues in the larger society.
  • Evaluate the civic and political participation of the Chicano/a and Latino/a communities at the local, state, and national levels.
  • Analyze the relationships among institutional systems such as schools and the Chicanx and Latinx communities.
  • Evaluate the relevance of Chicanx and Latinx Studies to the student's own life.

CSLOs

  • Recognize and analyze the impact of historical and contemporary forms of institutionalized racism, classism, sexism, inequality and practices of social justice in the context of the Chicanx and Latinx Communities.

  • Examine the intersections of social constructions such as race, class, gender, sexual orientation, nationality and diversity of titles and identities within the Chicanx Latinx communities.

Outline

  1. Examine the perspectives and methods of the social sciences, with an emphasis on the discipline of sociology.
    1. Critique eurocentric approaches to the study of human behavior and society
    2. Explore interdisciplinary and multicultural approaches
    3. Identify issues in the study of a multiethnic U.S. society
  2. Examine the history and development of the field of Chicano/a and Latino/a Studies.
    1. The Chicano/a and Latino/a folklorists of the 1930s and 1940s
    2. The Precursors, scholars of the 1940s and 1950s
    3. The 1960s and the "Plan de Santa Barbara" and the rise of Chicano and Latino Nationalism with the academic community.
    4. The 1970s and the National Association of Chicano Studies and the organizing of Latino and

      Puerto Rican Studies professional associations.
    5. The 1980s and Chicana and Latina Feminist scholarship
    6. Chicano/a, Chicanx, Xicanx and Latinx Studies and contemporary issues and challenges
  3. Evaluate the various approaches used in studying the Chicanx and Latinx experience in the United States
    1. Pluralism
    2. Internal colonialism
    3. Neo-liberalism
    4. Neo-Marxism
    5. Feminism
  4. Analyze the Chicanx and Latinx communities in the context of race, class, gender, and nationality issues in the larger society.
    1. Analyze the connection between white supremacy and racism during the formation of the United States of America such as the war against Mexico during the westward expansion era.
      1. Racism in the U.S. and its impact on the Chicanx and Latinx communities.
      2. Analyze concept of "mestizo" and Spanish colonial legacy of race and colorism and it's impact within the Chicanx Latinx communities
    2. The context of class
      1. The socio-economic status of the Chicanx and Latinx communities.
      2. Socio-economic mobility
      3. Socio-economic differences within the Chicano/Latino community
    3. The context of gender
      1. The situation of Chicanas and Latinas
      2. Gender issues
    4. The context of nationality
      1. Interrelationships among Chicanos, Latinos, Mexicanos, and other ethnic groups in the U.S.
      2. Issues of language and culture
  5. Evaluate the civic and political participation of the Chicano/a and Latino/a communities at the local, state, and national levels.
    1. Chicanxs and Latinxs and the American political system
    2. Political socialization and attitudes
    3. Voter registration and education
    4. Electoral participation
    5. Non-electoral political involvement
  6. Analyze the relationships among institutional systems such as schools and the Chicanx and Latinx communities.
    1. Educational institutions
    2. Justice system
    3. Social services
    4. Health services
    5. Immigration services
    6. The private sector
  7. Evaluate the relevance of Chicanx and Latinx Studies to the student's own life.
    1. Documents from family and community life as sources of study
    2. Analysis of national and local political and cultural events
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