CD 68
Teaching in a Diverse Society


Course Description

This course conducts an examination of the development of social identities in diverse societies, including theoretical and practical implications of oppression and privilege as they apply to young children, families, programs, classrooms, and teaching. In this course, various classroom strategies will be explored emphasizing culturally and linguistically appropriate anti-bias approaches supporting all children in becoming competent members of a diverse society. The course includes self-examination and reflection on issues related to social identity, stereotypes and bias, social and educational access, media, and schooling. (This course meets NAEYC Standards 1a, 1b, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 4a, 4b, 5b, 5c; NBPTS Standards II, VII; CEC/DEC Standards CC2-K3, CC2-K4, EC2-K4, CC3-K3, CC3-K4, CC5-K9, CC5-K10, CC6-K1, CC6-K2, CC6-K3, CC9-K1, CC9-S6, CC10-S3.)

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
47989 CD 68 01Z M······ 06:30 PM-08:20 PM Fatemeh Zarghami ONLINE
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Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
C D -068.-01Z-: Fully ONLINE. This is an online class with SOME scheduled meetings as noted in the class listing. The rest of the class can be completed independently each week on the student's own time. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382 . The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
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