Leaving Latinos Out of History: Teaching U.S. History in Texas (Latino Communities: Emerging Voices--Political, Social, Cultural and Legal Issues)

Despite being the state with perhaps the longest history of Latino presence, power and influence, Texas has very much under-represented Latinos in its schools history curriculum. Through an analysis of teaching materials and curriculum goals, Noboa investigates the extent to which this significant minority is effectively excluded from American historical narrative. Although one of the largest ethnic groups in Texas, Latinos are under-represented in the state's history curriculum. This book assesses the situation, analysing teaching materials and looking at the Texas influence over national curriculum content. Research on Latinos and minorities Relevant theory and validity TEKS standards : looking for Latinos Textbooks : still in the margins Teaching : making content choices Testimony : a battle for the text Summary, interpretation and recommendations.