This hybrid option allows you to take the self-paced/asynchronous, 10-hour on-line mini-course (please see curriculum here) and participate in two synchronous class meetings. The course welcomes all adults who identify as or serve Asian Americans in a professional capacity, or who are simply interested in learning about the contemporary Asian American experience for personal reasons. It is designed for those working in K-12 education who want to gain better insight into the complex lives of the Asian American students and families they serve. K-12 teachers in particular will be provided resources that they can incorporate into their curriculum.
The course will focus on the following topics: Asian Americans’ history of immigration and settlement, Asian American identities, Asian American families and intimate relationships, Asian Americans’ educational achievement, and Asian Americans' economic experiences. The course approaches these topics from a sociological perspective (which is Dr. Rodriguez's training) that is also deeply informed by ethnic studies/critical race studies and thus examines how Asian American life is shaped simultaneously by the economy, politics and culture and how these social structures are in turn shaped by systems of inequality rooted in white supremacy, patriarchy and heterosexism, as well as capitalism. Check out the FAQs if you have additional questions.
After basic course expenses are paid, registration fees will go towards expanding the School for Liberating Education's offerings as well as a non-profit organization Dr. Rodriguez is setting up in her late son, Amado Khaya's, and other social justice groups with which she works. For free learning opportunities, please follow Dr. Rodriguez's work on her website. She frequently gives public lectures and shares her knowledge through, blogs, newsletters, social media, YouTube and other platforms. Groups interested in Dr. Rodriguez's training and workshops can also inquire about booking there.
Registration Fees
5 month plan
