Continuing growth in immigration in the U.S. and other countries worldwide means an increased number of speakers of languages other than English or other national languages in classrooms, thus raising a need for teachers prepared for linguistically diverse student populations. While recent research in teaching and teacher education has pointed to…

Describes a high school course in intercultural communication designed for the pilot program at a magnet school for international studies. Emphasizes learning skills rather than information, using an experiential approach. (DCS)

Presents a year long plan for teaching about Columbus's voyages and their impact on the Americas. Discusses themes of bias in history, how language can be used to create a certain image, and concepts of heroism, respect, and power. Includes instructions for schoolwide, social studies and history projects with interdepartmental coordination. (DK)