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SEACAEF shares news about the education of Southeast Asian Americans and other topics related to cultural and linguistic diversity.
Guide to U.S. Government
SEACAEF's Introduction to U.S. Government, a bilingual study guide in English and Hmong, Khmer, Lao, and Vietnamese. It is designed to assist secondary-level students understand key concepts such as the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the separation of powers. To purchase copies, send e-mail at SEACAEF@socal.rr.com or phone (714) 842-7589.
NCELA
Resources from the National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition (NCELA) regarding cultural, linguistic, and educational needs of Southeast Asian and other language groups in the U.S. Visit NCELA.
ARC Associates
Assistance to school personnel to improve educational equity and excellence for students of diverse racial, cultural, and linguisitc backgrounds. Visit ARC.
Library of Congress Country Studies
Political, economic, and social issues facing countries in Southeast Asia and elsewhere. Visit Library of Congress.
Refugee Educators Network
Extensive information about Southeast Asian students and their families. Especially popular is its newsletter, Context: Southeast Asians in California. Visit REN.
Resources for English Learners
Information from the California Department of Education regarding the education of culturally and linguistically diverse students. Visit English learners. Also see the Department's Conference Calendar.
UCLA Language Materials Project
Resources for less commonly taught languages of the world including Khmer and Vietnamese. Visit UCLA.
Proverb Book
Tigers, Frogs and Rice Cakes, a collection of Korean proverbs presented in English and Korean available from Shen's Books. In her review of the book, a high school ESL teacher in Modesto says, "It is interesting to see how many of the same ideas transcend language and culture, and this beautiful book opens the door to have that conversation."
To order this and other books of proverbs from Vietnam, China, and Mexico, visit Shen's Books or call (800) 456-6660.
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