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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38252 | CD 68 | 01Z | ·T····· | 06:30 PM-10:20 PM | Phyllis De Motta | ONLINE |
| ······· | TBA-TBA |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-02-16 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
C D -068.-01Z-: This is a 6-week class and will begin on February 16. 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. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. 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. 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
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Anti-Bias Education for Young Children & Ourselves Derman-Sparks © 2010 ISBN: 9781928896678 | Textbook | Required | $53.50 | $40.25 | $40.13 | $18.73 |
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
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.