Bárbara C Cruz
Biographic Data
| ID | 235881 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Bárbara C Cruz |
| GIVEN NAMES | Bárbara C |
| FAMILY NAME | Cruz |
| SIGNATURE | CRUZ B C |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of South Florida |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-7608-7964 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 14 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 53 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 14 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 1997 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 4 |
A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
For many learners, knowledge of Black history is often restricted to the periods of American enslavement, the US Civil War, and the US Civil Rights Movement. Consequently, learners are rarely given opportunities to wrestle with accounts of Black history in other times and places, limiting their knowledge of Black history in its fullness. Despite this all-too-common curricular treatment, countless visuals related to the Black diaspora exist and of…
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners
This fully updated new edition provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges that English language learners (ELLs), also known as English Learners (ELs), face, as well as the ways in which educators might address them in the social studies classroom. The authors offer context-specific strategies for the full range of the social studies curriculum, including geography, U.S. history, world history, economics, and government.…
Discussing Global Issues Through Contemporary Art
Contemporary global issues can be examined through the lens of modern photographic art. In an effort to prepare global-ready graduates, this article explores the pressing problems of environmental degradation, urbanization, and homelessness through the work of three contemporary artists. Illustrative works, suggested approaches, and curriculum resources are provided
A Shared Heritage
As the Latin@ population continues to grow in the United States, it is imperative that social studies teachers are aware of the rich history and sociocultural complexities of Latin@ identity. In particular, there is a large population of Latin@s of African descent throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, and North America. However, Afro-Latin@s typically go unrecognized in the media and, concomitantly, the social studies curriculum. Portrayals of…
Developing Visual Literacy
The importance of visual literacy development is demonstrated using social studies examples from an innovative, collaborative arts program. Discussion of the Visual Thinking Strategies approach, connections to the Common Core State Standards, prompts for higher-order critical thinking, and the application of historical and social science ideas in the classroom are presented
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of both the challenges that face English language learners (ELLs) and ways in which educators might address them in the social studies classroom. The authors offer context-specific strategies for the full range of the social studies curriculum, including geography, U.S. history, world history, economics, and government. These practical instruc…
Swimming Not Allowed
Introducing students to the segregated history of America's public beaches and pools can provide teachers with a novel approach to the study of racism in U.S. history. While most students are aware of segregation in housing, schools, and theaters, many are surprised to learn about the segregated history of America's public waters. This article provides a brief history of America's segregated public beaches and pools using Florida as a case study,…
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners
This book provides simple and straightforward advice on how to teach English Language Learners in the classroom. In Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners the authors offer context-specific strategies for the full range of the social studies curriculum, including geography, U.S. history, world history, economics, and government. A fully annotated list of web and print resources completes the volume, making this a valuable reference …
Professional Dispositions
Recent changes in accreditation standards now require professors to systematically assess whether a teacher candidate actually possesses a “disposition” appropriate to the profession. This new mandate from accreditation bodies is controversial on a number of fronts. As social studies educators in particular, we like to think of ourselves as especially attentive to issues such as individual differences and rights, indoctrination, prejudice, intole…
Cross-Cultural Simulations in Teacher Education
Teacher training programs have recognized the importance of preparing future teachers for the unique opportunities and challenges that our multicultural societies and world provide. One method that is useful in sensitizing teachers to issues of diversity is cross-cultural simulations. By using kinesthetic and affective modes of learning, simulations encourage students to analyze and reflect through experiential learning. When cross-cultural simul…
Don Juan and Rebels under Palm Trees
In this article I call for an anthropological analysis of the formal curriculum in K-12 schools as it relates to the depiction of ethnic and national `others'. Since children are continually in the process of developing their social construction of the world, it stands to reason that the information they receive about culture and ethnicity is important in that development. Considering that the school textbook is the most often used instructional …
The American Melting Pot? Miscegenation Laws in the United States
People of mixed heritage have been citizens of the United States since the country's inception. Indeed, one scholar has insisted that "American History would be unrecognizable without ethnic intermarriage" (1). But while Americans proudly describe their nation as a "melting pot," history shows that social convention and legal statutes have been less than tolerant of miscegenation, or "race mixing." For students and teachers of history, the topic …
Incorporating Women's Voices into the Middle and Senior High School History Curriculum
(1998). Incorporating Women's Voices into the Middle and Senior High School History Curriculum. The Social Studies: Vol. 89, No. 6, pp. 271-275
Walking the Talk
As we prepare teachers for a society that will be increasingly urban and diverse, we must carefully plan and require field-based experiences that will put prospective teachers in direct contact with the students and communities with whom they will work. Although most teacher educators agree that an understanding of the sociocultural context of learning is imperative for effective urban teaching, there is a paucity of examples of urban teacher pre…
Don Juan and Rebels under Palm Trees
In this article I call for an anthropological analysis of the formal curriculum in K-12 schools as it relates to the depiction of ethnic and national `others'. Since children are continually in the process of developing their social construction of the world, it stands to reason that the information they receive about culture and ethnicity is important in that development. Considering that the school textbook is the most often used instructional …
A Shared Heritage
As the Latin@ population continues to grow in the United States, it is imperative that social studies teachers are aware of the rich history and sociocultural complexities of Latin@ identity. In particular, there is a large population of Latin@s of African descent throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, and North America. However, Afro-Latin@s typically go unrecognized in the media and, concomitantly, the social studies curriculum. Portrayals of…
Professional Dispositions
Recent changes in accreditation standards now require professors to systematically assess whether a teacher candidate actually possesses a “disposition” appropriate to the profession. This new mandate from accreditation bodies is controversial on a number of fronts. As social studies educators in particular, we like to think of ourselves as especially attentive to issues such as individual differences and rights, indoctrination, prejudice, intole…
Cross-Cultural Simulations in Teacher Education
Teacher training programs have recognized the importance of preparing future teachers for the unique opportunities and challenges that our multicultural societies and world provide. One method that is useful in sensitizing teachers to issues of diversity is cross-cultural simulations. By using kinesthetic and affective modes of learning, simulations encourage students to analyze and reflect through experiential learning. When cross-cultural simul…
The American Melting Pot? Miscegenation Laws in the United States
People of mixed heritage have been citizens of the United States since the country's inception. Indeed, one scholar has insisted that "American History would be unrecognizable without ethnic intermarriage" (1). But while Americans proudly describe their nation as a "melting pot," history shows that social convention and legal statutes have been less than tolerant of miscegenation, or "race mixing." For students and teachers of history, the topic …
Incorporating Women's Voices into the Middle and Senior High School History Curriculum
(1998). Incorporating Women's Voices into the Middle and Senior High School History Curriculum. The Social Studies: Vol. 89, No. 6, pp. 271-275
Swimming Not Allowed
Introducing students to the segregated history of America's public beaches and pools can provide teachers with a novel approach to the study of racism in U.S. history. While most students are aware of segregation in housing, schools, and theaters, many are surprised to learn about the segregated history of America's public waters. This article provides a brief history of America's segregated public beaches and pools using Florida as a case study,…
Walking the Talk
As we prepare teachers for a society that will be increasingly urban and diverse, we must carefully plan and require field-based experiences that will put prospective teachers in direct contact with the students and communities with whom they will work. Although most teacher educators agree that an understanding of the sociocultural context of learning is imperative for effective urban teaching, there is a paucity of examples of urban teacher pre…
Walking the Talk
As we prepare teachers for a society that will be increasingly urban and diverse, we must carefully plan and require field-based experiences that will put prospective teachers in direct contact with the students and communities with whom they will work. Although most teacher educators agree that an understanding of the sociocultural context of learning is imperative for effective urban teaching, there is a paucity of examples of urban teacher pre…
Incorporating Women's Voices into the Middle and Senior High School History Curriculum
(1998). Incorporating Women's Voices into the Middle and Senior High School History Curriculum. The Social Studies: Vol. 89, No. 6, pp. 271-275
The American Melting Pot? Miscegenation Laws in the United States
People of mixed heritage have been citizens of the United States since the country's inception. Indeed, one scholar has insisted that "American History would be unrecognizable without ethnic intermarriage" (1). But while Americans proudly describe their nation as a "melting pot," history shows that social convention and legal statutes have been less than tolerant of miscegenation, or "race mixing." For students and teachers of history, the topic …
Don Juan and Rebels under Palm Trees
In this article I call for an anthropological analysis of the formal curriculum in K-12 schools as it relates to the depiction of ethnic and national `others'. Since children are continually in the process of developing their social construction of the world, it stands to reason that the information they receive about culture and ethnicity is important in that development. Considering that the school textbook is the most often used instructional …
Cross-Cultural Simulations in Teacher Education
Teacher training programs have recognized the importance of preparing future teachers for the unique opportunities and challenges that our multicultural societies and world provide. One method that is useful in sensitizing teachers to issues of diversity is cross-cultural simulations. By using kinesthetic and affective modes of learning, simulations encourage students to analyze and reflect through experiential learning. When cross-cultural simul…
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners
This book provides simple and straightforward advice on how to teach English Language Learners in the classroom. In Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners the authors offer context-specific strategies for the full range of the social studies curriculum, including geography, U.S. history, world history, economics, and government. A fully annotated list of web and print resources completes the volume, making this a valuable reference …
Professional Dispositions
Recent changes in accreditation standards now require professors to systematically assess whether a teacher candidate actually possesses a “disposition” appropriate to the profession. This new mandate from accreditation bodies is controversial on a number of fronts. As social studies educators in particular, we like to think of ourselves as especially attentive to issues such as individual differences and rights, indoctrination, prejudice, intole…
Swimming Not Allowed
Introducing students to the segregated history of America's public beaches and pools can provide teachers with a novel approach to the study of racism in U.S. history. While most students are aware of segregation in housing, schools, and theaters, many are surprised to learn about the segregated history of America's public waters. This article provides a brief history of America's segregated public beaches and pools using Florida as a case study,…
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of both the challenges that face English language learners (ELLs) and ways in which educators might address them in the social studies classroom. The authors offer context-specific strategies for the full range of the social studies curriculum, including geography, U.S. history, world history, economics, and government. These practical instruc…
A Shared Heritage
As the Latin@ population continues to grow in the United States, it is imperative that social studies teachers are aware of the rich history and sociocultural complexities of Latin@ identity. In particular, there is a large population of Latin@s of African descent throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, and North America. However, Afro-Latin@s typically go unrecognized in the media and, concomitantly, the social studies curriculum. Portrayals of…
Developing Visual Literacy
The importance of visual literacy development is demonstrated using social studies examples from an innovative, collaborative arts program. Discussion of the Visual Thinking Strategies approach, connections to the Common Core State Standards, prompts for higher-order critical thinking, and the application of historical and social science ideas in the classroom are presented
Discussing Global Issues Through Contemporary Art
Contemporary global issues can be examined through the lens of modern photographic art. In an effort to prepare global-ready graduates, this article explores the pressing problems of environmental degradation, urbanization, and homelessness through the work of three contemporary artists. Illustrative works, suggested approaches, and curriculum resources are provided
Teaching Social Studies to English Language Learners
This fully updated new edition provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges that English language learners (ELLs), also known as English Learners (ELs), face, as well as the ways in which educators might address them in the social studies classroom. The authors offer context-specific strategies for the full range of the social studies curriculum, including geography, U.S. history, world history, economics, and government.…
A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
For many learners, knowledge of Black history is often restricted to the periods of American enslavement, the US Civil War, and the US Civil Rights Movement. Consequently, learners are rarely given opportunities to wrestle with accounts of Black history in other times and places, limiting their knowledge of Black history in its fullness. Despite this all-too-common curricular treatment, countless visuals related to the Black diaspora exist and of…
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