AAS.SS.11.E
Identify and describe the diversity of peoples of African ancestry such as Afro-Latinos, Afro-Caribbeans, and recent African immigrants.
Ethnic Studies: African American Studies · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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diversitypeoples of African ancestryAfro-LatinosAfro-Caribbeansrecent African immigrants
Skills
- identify (peoples of African ancestry) #dok1
- describe (the diversity among peoples of African ancestry) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify different groups of peoples of African ancestry, such as Afro-Latinos, Afro-Caribbeans, and recent African immigrants. #dok1
- I can describe the diversity that exists among peoples of African ancestry by giving examples and characteristics. #dok2
- I can recognize and name groups of African descent found in the Americas and elsewhere. #dok1
- I can explain how African ancestry groups are similar and different from each other. #dok2
Big Ideas
- African American identity is enriched by a wide diversity of peoples with African ancestry, including those from Latin America, the Caribbean, and recent African immigrants.
- Understanding the diversity among peoples of African ancestry broadens our perspective of African American history and culture.
Essential Questions
- Who are some of the groups that make up the broader community of peoples of African ancestry?
- In what ways do Afro-Latinos, Afro-Caribbeans, and recent African immigrants contribute to the diversity of African American identity?
- How does recognizing the diversity among peoples of African ancestry affect our understanding of African American history?
- What are some similarities and differences among Afro-Latinos, Afro-Caribbeans, and recent African immigrants?
- Why is it important to identify and describe the various groups of African ancestry in the United States and beyond?