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CRES 121The Struggle for K-12 Ethnic Studies

5 creditsGE ERUndergraduateStudent Option

Critical analysis of the movement for K-12 ethnic studies in historical and contemporary time periods with a particular focus on the Liberated Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum. Students read, discuss, and analyze past and present K-12 ethnic studies research, policy, and practice to deepen their knowledge and strengthen their ability to critique issues in K-12 ethnic studies education while reflecting on how the concepts and questions that arise relate to their own educational experiences and lives.

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  • Students may also enroll in CRES 121 to meet the Social Contexts and Educational Foundations elective requirement.

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When it runs

Winter 2027Open Winter 2027

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OnlineT. Gallagher-GeurtsenOpen 0/210

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

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OnlineT. Gallagher-GeurtsenWait List 140/140

Summer 2026Open Summer 2026

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01Lecture
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OnlineT. Gallagher-GeurtsenOpen 101/160

Spring 2026Open Spring 2026

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OnlineT. Gallagher-GeurtsenClosed 146/140

Winter 2026Open Winter 2026

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01Lecture
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OnlineT. Gallagher-GeurtsenOpen 169/170

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

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OnlineT. Gallagher-GeurtsenClosed 276/280

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Tricia Gallagher-Geurtsen5.0 / 52.0 / 5100%3

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